Unraveling the Narrative

October 4– October 26

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm

Opening Reception: October 4, 6pm-9pm

1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Explore Allied Art’s October exhibition, “Invocation,” a playful realm of creativity! Each artist in this showcase adds a unique and whimsical flair to their work, exploring imaginative depictions of nature with an eco-conscious touch. Join us in celebrating the joy of expression within this diverse tapestry of artistry. 

Rachel Potter’s mixed media art offers a whimsical perspective on creatures living within their natural habitat. Her artistic journey revolves around symbolism and spiritual exploration, utilizing vibrant colors and intricate patterns. 
 

Rachel Simpson draws inspiration from nature, winged animals, and outer space for her paintings and mixed-media creations on canvas, wood, and archival paper. Her artwork boasts a radiant presence in daylight and transforms into a sparkling spectacle under UV-lighting. 

 
Eelin Lee, a self-taught acrylic painter with visual impairment, specializes in abstract landscape painting and imaginative illustrations featuring children and pets. 

Christian Anne Smith narrates human stories through art, expressing a fondness for vibrant and fantastical characters. Whether in 2D or 3D, their work delves into the magical realm, exploring the entire spectrum of human experience. 

Alene Johnson brings her art to life through vibrant sculptures, skillfully using mixed media and assemblage techniques. Her creations, often portraying animals, feature a creative use of recycled materials, adding a unique and eco-conscious touch to her imaginative work. 

Allied Arts is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go towards supporting the arts in our community. 

For more information visit www.alliedarts.org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360-676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org. 

RARE: 12th Annual Recycled Arts Resource Expo

April 5 – April 27

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm

Opening Reception: April 5, 6pm-9pm

1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Come to the 12th Annual Recycled Arts Resource Expo (RARE)! RARE celebrates creative reuse through a juried art exhibit at our Allied Arts Gallery. We also spotlight art organizations and facilities promoting sustainability. Our primary goal is to educate the community on how the arts contribute to sustainability. You'll leave with fresh, resourceful ideas that highlight the value of creative resource usage. 
 

Allied Arts is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go towards supporting the arts in our community. 

For more information visit www.alliedarts.org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360-676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org.

Whatcom Reads and Cultural Festival Showcase

March 1 – March 30

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm

Opening Reception: March 1, 6pm-9pm

1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Allied Arts of Whatcom County is delighted to present a compelling array of artistic talents for the annual Whatcom READS Art Challenge, in collaboration with the Bellingham and Whatcom Libraries' Whatcom READS program. Local artists embarked on an inspiring journey inspired by this year's chosen book, Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk by Sasha taqwšeblu LaPointe. Each artist brings their unique perspective to the challenge by creating art that reflects their own personal legacy. Featured artists include: Akiko Victorson, Jason LaClair, Lucia Enriquez, Justin Thomsen and Anita Merina. Applications to participate in the exhibition are available at https://www.alliedarts.org/exhibits/#whatcom-reads 

Akiko Victorson presents the captivating world of Shodo – the art of Calligraphy, where the act of writing characters beautifully goes beyond aesthetics, evolving into a profound form of expression using the elegant combination of black ink and brushwork. 

Anita Merina proudly showcases the modern fine art glass and jewelry, expertly fused, cast, and sculpted to capture the essence of color, texture, shape, and form. 

Justin Thomsen creates poignant and evocative watercolor paintings with a keen eye for atmosphere.

Lucia Enriquez has been creating art inspired by indigenous myths and creation stories and is now expanding this exploration to delve into the subtle energies and the intangible aspects of nature and the landscapes that surrounds them.

Vina Brown is greatly influenced by culture, land, sky, and water, presented in an authentic Indigenous jewelry brand, Copper Canoe Woman, that creates modern on–trend pieces in house on Lhaq'temish territory in acrylic, wood, abalone, furs, hide, and more. 

Allied Arts is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go towards supporting the arts in our community. For more information explore www.alliedarts.org or email us at gallery@alliedarts.org. 

Member's Show

February 2 – February 24

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm

Opening Reception: February 2, 6pm-9pm

1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Allied Arts presents our 2024 Annual Member's Show for February in the downtown Bellingham gallery. This show will feature work from nearly 100 Allied Arts members, including professional artists, students, and new or emerging artists. Works presented will range from traditional paintings to photography, contemporary sculptures and everything in between, showcasing the vast variety of creativity in our community. 

Allied Arts is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go towards supporting the arts in our community. 

For more information visit www.alliedarts.org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360-676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org.