One was determined by the jurors:
The HFIA award.
It went to Gerald Filipelli's "Flared
bowl"
It was deemed the piece best representing use of Hawaiian grown
alternative woods.
One was determined by the exhibiting artisans: Artist's choice. The Clear winner was "Vanity and stool" by Bill Anderson, 9 votes , seconded by "Koa sunburst #4" by Mats Fogelvik, 4 votes and third was "Graceful Pursuit" by Guus Mauri, three votes
One was determined by the public: People's choice. Again, the clear winner was "Vanity and stool" by Bill Anderson, 57 votes, seconded by "Koa sunburst #4" by Mats Fogelvik, 18 votes and third was "Graceful Pursuit" by Guus Mauri, 14 votes.
It seems like the Artists and the People are in agreement this year!!
First Choice!
Second choice. Third choice