Everett exhibit features landscape artists’ work

Published 9:00 pm Thursday, November 9, 2006

A November exhibit at the Solovei Art Gallery in Everett presents a bright constellation of three star painters: Pat Tolle, Sandra Whiting and Mike Adams.

All three are known for landscapes, but each is known for having a distinct approach to the genre.

Also this month at Solovei, potter Wayne Kilburn displays his work in the gallery showcase.

The gallery is at 2804 Grand Ave., Everett. For more information, call 425-258-8100 or 425-501-2448, or go to www.soloveiartgallery.com.

Photographer Richard Duval and Mill Creek U-Frame It will stage an exhibit Saturday and Sunday to feature selections from Duval’s gallery, exhibit and personal collections – all framed and matted by Mill Creek U-Frame It.

“After nearly eight years of working together, we decided to stage an exhibit of the best of their work that houses the best of mine,” Duval said.

On display in the store will be Duval’s matted and framed Northwest landscape and scenic prints. As a special offer to exhibit visitors, Duval also will have unframed and unmatted prints available for purchase with framing and matting done on the spot in less than an hour by Kristy Cox, manager and framing specialist. Duval will be there both days to talk about photography and sign prints.

Mill Creek U-Frame It is at 800 164th St SE, Suite J. For more information, call 425-742-2121. Exhibit hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Sculptor Gerard K. Tsutakawa has created works from small studio bronzes to large public art fountains and sculptures. A celebration of his work runs through Dec. 1 at the Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds.

Tsutakawa’s work is found in corporate and private collections as well as in the collections of public entities. The son and apprentice of artist George Tsutakawa, Gerard K. Tsutakawa helped facilitate the creation of more than 40 of his father’s public and private artwork commissions.

Born in Seattle in 1947, Tsutakawa first exhibited his artwork in 1976.

The artist collaborated with the Stop the Violence Committee on the donation of a 10-foot bronze sculpture to the city of Seattle, dedicated to the memories of young people who have died because of handgun violence. In 1999, Tsutakawa created “The Mitt” sculpture for the Safeco Field in Seattle. Other installations include a fountain for the Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason Hospital, a fountain for the Sleeping Lady Retreat Center in Leavenworth and the “Fountain of Seseragi” at the Seattle Center. In addition to his creation of the “Standing Wave” in Edmonds, the artist recently installed an entrance gate for the Kubota Gardens Park in Seattle.

Frances Anderson Center hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call 425-771-1984 or 425-771-0228.

The Salvage Studio in Edmonds is offering to help anyone whose holiday traditions are in a rut.

The studio will have terrific tablescapes, delicious decor and funky festivity ideas during its holiday entertaining sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at 650 Edmonds Way, Edmonds.

In addition to all the great finds for sale, there will be a free 30-minute demonstration on quick gift ideas. The demonstration begins at 2 p.m.

For directions, a map and more information, go to www.thesalvagestudio.com or call 425-330-5425.

“Anchored in Baker” by Richard Duval

Work by Pat Tolle (above), Mike Adams (left) and Sandra Whiting (below) is on display at the Solovei Art Gallery in Everett.