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Support Mount Baker High School Band’s Jazz Dessert and Auction

The Mount Baker High School Mountaineer Band was chosen to perform at Disneyland this April! They are hosting a Jazz Dessert and Silent Auction on Saturday, February 22nd at 7:00pm in the high school cafeteria to raise money for the trip. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in advance from a student or at the door. The fundraising committee is working hard to secure items for the silent auction and would welcome any donations the art community might be able to provide. You can find more information on their Facebook page. Mount Baker High School Mountaineer Band hopes to see you at Jazz Dessert on February 22nd!

By AAWC|2025-01-25T12:05:01-08:00January 25th, 2025|Categories: Art News 360|Tags: art, community, community event, local music, music, youth art|

Heritage in Motion: January 2025 Gallery Show

Experience the pulse of Pacific Northwest Indigenous culture through “Heritage in Motion,” an exhibition of local Indigenous artists who masterfully weave traditional influences with contemporary vision. Featuring Jason LaClair, Michelle DeAsis, and Dionisio “Nish” Romero, this powerful showcase celebrates the living, breathing nature of Native artistry while highlighting the distinct voices shaping today’s cultural landscape. Join us in honoring these dynamic perspectives that both preserve and reimagine Indigenous heritage.

The opening reception will take place from 6-9pm on January 3rd, 2025 at our new gallery location, 1213 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham. The show will run from January 3rd through February 1st, 2025, and the gallery will be open Tuesday-Saturday from 11am-4pm.

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

By AAWC|2025-02-04T10:22:02-08:00December 20th, 2024|Categories: Past Exhibits|Tags: art, gallery, gallery show|

FABulously Festive First Friday

On December 6th from 5-9pm, at 314 E Holly Street, Bellingham, The FAB Studios will host a holiday market featuring open studios, a new gallery show, guest artists, refreshments, and more!

By AAWC|2024-11-21T15:16:55-08:00November 21st, 2024|Categories: Art News 360|Tags: art, community, Event, First Friday, stay informed|

December Gallery: Tribute to Time and Place – Through the Eyes and Years of Tore Ofteness

Tribute to Time and Place: Through the Eyes and Years of Tore Ofteness

December 6-20

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm

Opening Reception: December 6, 6pm-9pm

1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

We are thrilled to announce a very special art exhibit featuring the breathtaking aerial photography of renowned professional photographer Tore Ofteness. This unique collection will be on display in three venues at: Allied Arts, Bellingham Frameworks, and Quicksilver from December 6th to December 20th. Join us for an opening reception on December 6th from 6pm to 9pm,

Tore Ofteness is celebrated for his diverse array of photography. This exhibit also showcases his stunning and dramatic images, spanning a broad range of themes including majestic mountains, vintage music festivals, and historic events, including his award-winning, awe-inspiring aerial shots of iconic bridges, highlighting Washington’s natural beauty with architectural wonders. He brings a personal touch to his photography that captivates and inspires. This exhibit is a must-see for art lovers and photography enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss your chance to experience the world through the lens of Tore Ofteness.

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 or gallery@alliedarts.org.

By AAWC|2025-01-17T14:55:22-08:00November 15th, 2024|Categories: Art News 360, Past Exhibits|Tags: art, art show, Bellingham, december show, gallery, gallery show, photography, Special Event, Tore Ofteness, tribute|

“Small is Beautiful” at Meloy Gallery in Bay Street Village

[Meloy Gallery Press Release] “Small is Beautiful” is an exhibition featuring local and regional artists’ creations. There are hundreds of affordable, small, fine art paintings, prints, pottery, art greeting cards, journals, and gifts.

Some participants are Erin Libby, Paul Niemi, Christen Mattix, Joan Stuart Ross, John A Taylor, Joe Reno, Richard Longstreet, Rebecca Meloy, Lisa Sheets, and more.

November 1 – December 24, 2024

November & December Hours: Every Friday through Sunday

Noon to 5 pm, or by private appointment

Additional Holiday Hours:

Thanksgiving Weekend

December 10, 11, 12, 17, 19, 23, 24

Additional information can be found at www.meloygallery.com.

By AAWC|2024-11-05T13:16:45-08:00November 5th, 2024|Categories: Art News 360|Tags: art, art show, Bellingham, Event, events, gallery, support the arts|

It’s About Time Cultural Arts Center Grand Opening

The It’s About Time Cultural Arts Center will open its doors on November 16, 2024 at 2013 Main Street, Ferndale 98248. Be sure to stop by and enjoy the beautiful Whatcom County art from 11am-6pm on their opening day!

By AAWC|2024-11-05T13:08:33-08:00November 5th, 2024|Categories: Art News 360|Tags: art, community, cultural arts, Ferndale, stay informed, support the arts|

Arts Opportunities for October 2024

The following include calls for art with upcoming deadlines:

The Whatcom Museum’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is accepting applications from Whatcom County Middle and High School for the Share, Like, and Create show. Submissions are due by November 15, 2024.

Further submission guidelines can be found here on the Whatcom Museum’s Website.

Nominations for Make.Shift’s Arts for All Ages Award are open until November 25th 2024. Make.Shift is seeking to recognize “someone in Whatcom or Skagit County who is working to increase equity and accessibility to the arts for people of all ages.”

By AAWC|2024-10-26T14:27:25-07:00October 26th, 2024|Categories: Art News 360|Tags: art, call to artists, community, juried|

Call for Artists: Stay Inside The Lines

Submit your artwork below for consideration/inclusion in our free community coloring page library.
Submissions will also be considered for the second edition physical Coloring Book ‘Stay Inside The Lines Washington’ releasing 2024 in partnership with ArtsEd Washington (501C3).

By submitting your artwork, you consent to Stay Inside The Lines (SITL) and ArtsEd Washington providing your art for free download and use for any marketing in relation to Stay Inside The Lines Seattle and our partners with appropriate artists attribution where applicable. You reserve the right to contact SITL at any point for removal from the site should you desire.

ART SPECS:

Black and White

8.5×11″

300dpi and/or vectorized (.ai/.eps/.png/.pdf)

When saving from Illustrator, Save As PDF, be sure to check the [Preserve Illustrator Editing Capabilities] box to ensure vectorization is preserved and transparent background.

Attach or add download link (WeTransfer, Dropbox, Box, etc.) to message box.

**Artists must be Washington State based.

Apply Now by Clicking here!

By AAWC|2024-09-06T17:15:28-07:00September 6th, 2024|Categories: Art News 360, Arts Education|Tags: art, ArtsEd Washington, call to artists, coloring book|

Noisy Waters Kids Wall looking for Volunteers!!

Who: The Noisy Waters Mural Festival hosted by Paper Whale, a community art nonprofit founded by Nick Hartich and Gretchen Leggitt.

What: The Kids Wall is a community painting area for youth, disabled community members, and their families to try out wall painting. The area is split in half: the Older Youth Wall and the Little Kid Wall. Older Youth will be supplied with latex and acrylic paint at their own risk. The Little Kid Wall is a new tempera paint station intended for small children and families unequipped to deal with permanent paint. Parents are required to stay with their Youth.

Why: To engage the community in the process AND ephemeral nature of public art.

When: August 16th – 18th. 10am – 6pm. Volunteers are welcome to define their time commitment.

How: Email mxemilycarey@gmail.com with your availability to volunteer!

By AAWC|2024-08-14T21:38:55-07:00August 14th, 2024|Categories: Art News 360|Tags: art, Bellingham, call for volunteers, community, community news, support the arts, volunteering|

Fall Art Classes at Bellingham ART!

from BellinghamART:

Our fall schedule has launched! Sign up today for fall classes!

BellinghamART has just launched our fall schedule and registration. We offer after school (or after work) classes for ages 4.5 all the way to adults. When you sign up for fall classes, you are signing up to attend class from the end of September through the beginning of December (10 classes). During that time period we will get a chance to work on our skills, learn new techniques, try new materials, and meet some new friends. All materials provided.

Check out our new classes this year including an intro to acrylic painting class for teens, a studio watercolor class, and a class specially for homeschoolers.
Spots go quick! Sign up today!

By AAWC|2024-09-06T15:06:38-07:00August 14th, 2024|Categories: Art News 360|Tags: art, art class, art classes, arts education, Bellingham, class, community|