The Pacifc NorthWest Art School is pleased to exhibit in our gallery the brilliant B&W photographs we have in our collection and specific works are for sale. This exhibition showcases work by well-known distinguished photographers including Michael Kenna, Ruth Bernhard, Huntington Witherill, Bruce Barnbaum, Judy Dater, Don Kirby, Jay Dusard, Martha Casanave and others. This collection of photographs was acquired from our many years of excellent Photography Workshop Instructors who have taught or donated to the school. Please see our…
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WE WANT TO CELEBRATE OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS and we are seeking artwork of all mediums to fill our spring gallery walls here at the Pacific NorthWest Art School with the vibrant spirit of aviary life, portraying beauty, diversity and detail of the birds that fill our skies. Exhibition Dates: April 1st – June 1st Delivery of Work: March 17th through March 30th Opening Reception: April 6th 6pm – 8pm Pickup of Work: June 3rd – June 7th
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For the month of March, Garry Oak Gallery is featuring the work of photographer William Schumm and wood sculptor Pat McVay. William Schumm works primarily in black and white using both medium and large format cameras, and a variety of black and white films. His prints are processed for archival permanence and matted with museum quality acid-free rag board. More of William's photography can be seen here - garryoakgallery.com/william-schumm. When Pat McVay moved to the Olympic Peninsula, his attraction to…
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$450
Join me for a fun filled four days of advanced feltmaking and dye work. Learn to draft a custom pattern and then use it to create a lightweight garment from natural, renewable extra soft merino and luscious silk using my easy felting techniques. Next with leaves found around Whidbey and color fast dyes, you plan and create exciting surface designs on your wearable art garment. Prior experience using a resist preferred. Small class of 10 students. 2 spots available.
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For the month of April, Garry Oak Gallery is featuring the work of Ron Apgar, imaginative fused glass artist, ceramics painter, and fused glass jeweler. Ron is driven by a passion for self-expression through art. His works are noted for their unique style, elegance, and technique. Ron's style blends realism with abstract expressionism. More work by Ron can be found at garryoakgallery.com/ron-apgar.
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Langley, Literary Arts, Performing Arts, Wineries & Spirits
Celebrate Shakespeare's Birth-Month and National Poetry Month with ISF's third-annual Sonnet Party, this year titled "Sips & Sonnets." We're partnering with several local wineries to offer readings, workshops, and wine over the afternoon of Saturday, April 13.
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Free
Artist Pat Collins will be at Penn Cove Gallery on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, from 10 AM to 5 PM and will discuss the inspiration and wood working methods behind his wood sculptures. Pat has been sculpting wood for over 30 years. Working in the genre of stylized sculpture, Pat he strives to showcase the beauty and natural figure of fine hardwoods, without being tied to the restrictions of realism. In the words of Vincent Van Gogh, “Leave the obvious…
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Free
Fused glass and ceramics artist, Ron Apgar, is Garry Oak Gallery's Featured Artist for the month of April. An OPEN HOUSE will be held at the Gallery to feature Ron's new work on Friday, April 26, from 4 to 7 pm. Please join us! Meet the Artist! Light refreshments will be served.
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Free
Coupeville, Festivals
The Festival features annual tribal canoe races, Native Arts & Crafts Vendors, story telling, musical and dance performances, artist demonstrations, authentic Native foods, youth activities, exhibits and displays. Come visit this year or get involved today! Come visit this year or get involved today!
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Fundraiser
It's our annual fundraiser! Celebrate the coming summer, dine and imbibe, and be the first to hear our 2020 season announcement.
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Fundraiser, Greenbank, Outdoor Events, Performing Arts
A membership drive for two wonderful organizations. Join us for a garden tea party at Meerkerk's beautiful Gazebo garden, meet members of the Island Shakespeare Festival 2019 Acting Company, and support these two community assets, all "in one fell swoop!"
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TBD
Join Island Bohemians for this fun dance and social event. Open to the public, age 21+. Event details TBD. Visit www.islandartscouncil.org/island-bohemians.html for details.
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Free
Coupeville, Outdoor Events
Annual Sale to support scholarships for the community. The LARGEST garage sale on the island annually attracts visitors from the entire Puget Sound region.
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Free to viewing public
Coupeville, Oak Harbor, Outdoor Events
When it comes to serious fun afloat in the Pacific Northwest, it’s tough to beat the annual Whidbey Island Race Week , which has proudly earned its local reputation as “summer camp for adults”. In fact, the regatta’s motto, “Race, Party, Play”, pretty much sums up its overall vibe, however it’s important to put the regatta in the context of where it’s sailed to understand why this event represents a celebration of sunshine and good weather for local sailors. In…
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Free
*Islandwide, Art Studios
Our mission is to share the arts and artists of Whidbey Island with the broader NW community. Whidbey Island is home to a large, vibrant, diverse community of artists. As an organization we believe that opening our studios offers visitors the opportunity to share in the process of how art is created and a glimpse of how artists inhabit their creative space. This shared experience between artists and visitors provides a stimulating creative conversation that enhances the arts while also…
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