New merchants, events lined up at art walk
Published 2:14 pm Thursday, February 14, 2008
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Several new merchants and many new artists mark this second Edmonds Art Walk of the new year a must see event. From 5 to p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, participating downtown Edmonds merchants keep their doors open to feature displays by guest artists. Rainbow spinners mark the path, and maps are available in every location.
Live Music this month includes guitarist Chris Sharp at John L Scott Real Estate, guitarist Matt Meldon at J Rankin Jewelers and Rich Cole performing jazz at Cole Gallery. Johnny’s Sports Bar and Grill will be hosting free salsa lessons, and Joan Archer at Aria Gallery will present a live art demonstration.
Art exhibits include:
Ambience: Melanie the “Shady Lady” designs vintage lamps with custom shades.
Aria Studio Gallery: Watercolors by Joan Archer and photos by Leah Goodwin.
Arista Wine Cellars: Luscious encaustics by Willow Bader.
Autumns Framing and Gallery: Irina Milton’s classical oil sill lifes evoke the essence of old world luxury.
Bluefish Designs: Shutterbug Andrea Huysing finds beauty in the simplest things.
C’est la Vie: Cheryl Waale finds inspiration in the geometry of nature.
Coldwell Banker Bain: Sharon Baker, conceptual art works and hand-hooked rugs.
Cole Gallery: Greg Prince presents a lively collection of watercolors and acrylics.
Edmonds Bookshop: Jesse Good’s serene, whimsical mixed media paintings.
Arts Now Gallery at ECC: Quilters Anonymous, Edge Graduates and a Mixed Media Show.
Francis Anderson Center: Shows original art from local artists.
Gallery North: Martha Brouwer, Sandra Kahler and Cheryl Richey, Birds in Art.
HouseWARES: Kelly Tissot creates abstract acrylics in rich and inviting colors.
John L Scott: Seductive abstracted linear landscapes painted by Chris Sharp.
Manya Vee Selects: Priscilla Peterson makes wearable art clothing.
Olives Café and Wine Bar: Enjoy a glass of wine while admiring Patty Forte Linna’s pastels.
The Edmonds Gallery: Helen Drumond’s oils, Barbara Loah’s abstract oils, Jeff Harrison’s photography, and Jim Tobin’s sculpture.
Running in Motion and Bridal Boutique: Pat Hitchens’ paintings on silk and Barbara Grondal’s oil paintings.
Johnny’s Sports Bar and Grill: Mark Grantham’s oils depict life along the seashore.
Semantics: Watercolor by Jenny Goeres capture her travels.
Le Palmier: Browse the store filled with fine antiques and vintage jewelry.
Wishing Stone: Look at many precious stones and beautiful jewelry and gifts.
Resident Cheesemonger: Kim Hood’s photography of all the continents of the world.
Salon Pena: Sue Robertson’s Joyful Art, mixed media paintings.
Walnut Street Coffee: Enjoy a cup of coffee and view good art.
Zukafe: Chrissa Arazny’s works are figurative and highly emotional.
Edmonds Frame Design: Sharon Lawrence’s fiber art, mixed media masks and garden statuary.
Third Thursday Art Walk
On display: Participating downtown Edmonds merchants will keep their doors open late to highlight art, music and other special events.
Hours: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21.
Admission: Free.
Info: Maps are available from each location or by visiting www.EdmondsWA.com.
