Sean K. L. Browne
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Sean Kekamakupaa Lee Loy Browne (born 1953) is a contemporary sculptor who was born in Hilo, Hawaii. He attended the Kamehameha Schools
and then earned a BA in studio art from the University of Redlands
in 1975. In 1981, he studied marble carving under Paoli Silverio in Pietrasanta, Italy and was later appointed an artist-in-residence at the Henraux Marble Company in Lucca, Italy. He returned to Hawaii and earned an MFA in sculpture from the University of Hawaii at Manoa
in 1983.
In 1985 he was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship
, enabling him to study with Isamu Noguchi
in Shikoku, Japan. For many years, Browne taught sculpture at the University of Hawaii at Manoa
and at Kapiolani Community College
.
Browne is best known for monumental sight-specific sculptures (such as Spirit Way), but also created small works for indoor display (such as Ikaika). His sculptures in public places include:
Kamehameha Schools
Kamehameha Schools , formerly called Kamehameha Schools/Bishop Estate , is a private co-educational college-preparatory institution that specializes in Native Hawaiian language and cultural education. It is located in Hawaii and operates three campuses: Kapālama , Pukalani , and Keaau...
and then earned a BA in studio art from the University of Redlands
University of Redlands
The University of Redlands is a private liberal arts and sciences university located in Redlands, California. The university's campus sits on near downtown Redlands. The university was founded in 1907 and was associated with the American Baptist Church. The land for the university was donated by...
in 1975. In 1981, he studied marble carving under Paoli Silverio in Pietrasanta, Italy and was later appointed an artist-in-residence at the Henraux Marble Company in Lucca, Italy. He returned to Hawaii and earned an MFA in sculpture from the University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
The University of Hawaii at Mānoa is a public, co-educational university and is the flagship campus of the greater University of Hawaii system...
in 1983.
In 1985 he was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship
Fulbright Program
The Fulbright Program, including the Fulbright-Hays Program, is a program of competitive, merit-based grants for international educational exchange for students, scholars, teachers, professionals, scientists and artists, founded by United States Senator J. William Fulbright in 1946. Under the...
, enabling him to study with Isamu Noguchi
Isamu Noguchi
was a prominent Japanese American artist and landscape architect whose artistic career spanned six decades, from the 1920s onward. Known for his sculpture and public works, Noguchi also designed stage sets for various Martha Graham productions, and several mass-produced lamps and furniture pieces,...
in Shikoku, Japan. For many years, Browne taught sculpture at the University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
The University of Hawaii at Mānoa is a public, co-educational university and is the flagship campus of the greater University of Hawaii system...
and at Kapiolani Community College
Kapiolani Community College
Kapiolani Community College, formerly Kapiolani Technical School, is a public, co-educational commuter college in Honolulu, Hawaii situated on the slopes of Diamond Head in Waikīkī...
.
Browne is best known for monumental sight-specific sculptures (such as Spirit Way), but also created small works for indoor display (such as Ikaika). His sculptures in public places include:
- Mahaina II, bronze, The Honolulu Advertiser, Honolulu, Hawaii
- Spirit Way, bronze, 1987, Kapiolani Community CollegeKapiolani Community CollegeKapiolani Community College, formerly Kapiolani Technical School, is a public, co-educational commuter college in Honolulu, Hawaii situated on the slopes of Diamond Head in Waikīkī...
- Ka Makau, bronze, 1983, Keaukaha Elementary School, Hilo, Hawaii
- Ka Peahi IV, 1983, Hawaii State Art MuseumHawaii State Art MuseumThe No. 1 Capitol District Building, on the site of the former Armed Services YMCA Building, now houses the Hawaii State Art Museum and the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.-History:...
- Lahui, silicon bronze sheet, 1992, Kakaako Waterfront ParkKakaako Waterfront ParkKaka'ako Waterfront Park, also known as "Point Panic Park", is a free public park south of downtown Honolulu, just off Ala Moana Boulevard at the end of Cooke Street. It was opened in November 1992 on the site of a former municipal landfill and consists of of grass-covered rolling hills adjacent...
- Ikaika (strong), cast bronze and black granite, 1980, Hawaii State Art MuseumHawaii State Art MuseumThe No. 1 Capitol District Building, on the site of the former Armed Services YMCA Building, now houses the Hawaii State Art Museum and the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.-History:...
- Pahoa, basalt terrazzo, 1995, Pahoa High and Intermediate SchoolPahoa High and Intermediate SchoolPahoa High & Intermediate School is a public, co-educational high school and middle school of the Hawaii State Department of Education. It serves grades seven through twelve and was established in 1910.-General information:...
, Pahoa, Hawaii - Ka Makahiki, bronze and brass, 2003, Maemae Elementary School, Oahu, Hawaii
- Mahiole, red granite, 2000, Kona International AirportKona International AirportKona International Airport at Keāhole is an airport on the Island of Hawaii, in Kalaoa CDP, Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States. The airport serves leeward, or Western Hawaii island, including the town of Kailua-Kona and the major resorts of the North Kona and South Kohala districts.- History...
, Hawaii - Na Moku Ekolu (Three Islands), cast and welded silicon bronze, 1985, Maui Community CollegeMaui Community CollegeThe University of Hawai'i Maui College is a public, co-educational commuter college in Kahului, Hawaii on the island of Maui...
, Kahului, Hawaii - Lima Hoola, basalt, 1993, Hawaii State Hospital, Kaneohe, Hawaii
- Aina Lani, black granite tiles over stainless steel armature, 1989, Kapi'olani Medical Center at Pali MomiKapi'olani Medical Center at Pali MomiKapi'olani Medical Center at Pali Momi opened its doors in 1989 to serve the growing West Oahu community, providing care through its modern 116-bed facility. Over 100 physicians and specialists are located in the adjoining medical office building providing care for Leeward families.Shortly after...
, Administration, Pearl City, Hawaii - Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono, Carrara marble, 1988, Wailuku Judiciary Complex, Maui, Hawaii
- King David KalakauaKalakauaKalākaua, born David Laamea Kamanakapuu Mahinulani Nalaiaehuokalani Lumialani Kalākaua and sometimes called The Merrie Monarch , was the last reigning king of the Kingdom of Hawaii...
, bronze, 1989-91, Waikiki Gateway Park, Honolulu, Hawaii