Art Up Phinneywood: 2010

Monday, December 6, 2010

Art Up G-P December artwalk: Fri, Dec 10 from 6-9pm

Art Farm: 6706 Phinney Ave N
The ART FARM is mobile feast of eye popping art work, food, a rotating cast of inspired artists, delicious bevys, film, music and dance. Featured Artists: Keri Carter, Solace, Devrim Ozkan, Ryan Henry Ward, Starheadboy, Narboo, Xavier Lopez Jr, Andrew Miller and Justin Crawford. DJ's include but are not limited to: Guerillas in the Mix, DJ Cotton Candy. Plus live music by K Castle. Also a second opening the next night, Sat, Dec 11 from 6pm – late. Artists present.

Art on the Ridge: 8005 Greenwood Ave N
Special Exhibit: “The Best of 2010”. Art, Live Music and Live Art. Plus Stephan Jendro, artist of the popular Ball Sculptures, will be talking about his work at 7:30pm and music by “Gray Skies Blue”. Artists present.

Assemble Gallery & Studio: 7406 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring artist, Jessica Swift. No Ordinary World describes the essence of what it means to me to be a human. We don’t live in an ordinary world. Our imaginations are limitless. And this show is a n explosively colorful celebration of the idea that I can create whatever type of world I choose for myself, and all it takes is a little dreaming and smearing of some paint.” -J.S. PLUS: the night will be sponsored by Trophy Cupcakes in celebration of Assemble’s 1st Year Anniversary!

Avanti Art & Design: 7317 Greenwood Ave N
All work at this show will be priced at $220 & under -
this will be an AMAZING art/gift extravaganza with paintings, photography, glass art, sculpture, leather work and drawings! Featuring artists: Alex Bain, Emmalee Bozek, Nancy Fiala, Pat Gallagher, Jerry Gay, Karla Johnson, Rob A. Johnston, Wendy Keen, Jacob McCallum, Leo Schmidt, Jenee Sellers, Fred Sevier & Joe Vollan. Artists present.

Balderdash Books & Art: 8536 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring nature-inspired landscapes by artist Terry Healy. Artist present.

Band Vibes x Better Friends Gallery: (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring monthly rotating artwork. Artists present.

*Bleacher’s Pub: 8118 Greenwood Ave N
Stop in for a discounted appetizer or entrée during the monthly art walk.

"Resemblance Study" by Chris Sheridan

Echo Echo Gallery (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Echo Echo is an independent artist(s) run gallery located in the heart of Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood. Featuring artworks of Pacific NW artists Jeremiah Hammer (dear earthling), Andy Kline, and Chris Olson in the Urban Contemporary genre. Artists present.

*Emma Jeans: 8554 ½ Greenwood Ave N
Offering 30% - 50% off every art walk!

*Gaspare Ristorante and Bar: 6705 Greenwood Ave N
3- Course Italian Meal for $22.00 and Fresh Mint Mojitos and Bellinis $5 each all night during the artwalk. Plus Happy Hour menu from 5-7pm only $4 - $7 items with special cocktail and wine prices.

"Road Kill" by Lucien Knuteson

Gainsbourg: 8550 Greenwood Ave N
Photography that tells a story, by Lucien Knuteson.

In The Red Wine Bar & Cafe: 6510 Phinney Ave N
Rotating artwork by local artists.

Janet Klinger Photography: 6120 Phinney Ave N
Featuring Seattle & Puget Sound photographers and videographers.

Kouzina: 8403 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork by a local artist.

Makeda Coffee: 153 N 78th Street
(between N. 1st Ave & N. Greenwood Ave.)
Henna-style acrylic on canvas by Antoinette Hippe. Artist present.

Monkey Grind Espresso: 518 N 85th St.
Collage art and screen-printing by Craig Van Den.

Naked City Taphouse: 8564 Greenwood Ave N
Jeremy Kronbach’s art is deeply informed by his world travels. From his adolescence in West Africa to his more recent exploration of Central America, Jeremy has captured the vivid colors from these places and translated them to canvas. His painting process is similar to the traveling process itself. As the layers reveal their nuance, some elements remain, their weight and significance undeniable, and others are covered over by new information as the journey continues. Incorporating pure abstraction, elements of cultural motif and the occasional representational object, his work reads as the chronicle of his life abroad. Artist present.

Neptune Coffee: 8415 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork.

Oliver’s Twist: 6822 Greenwood Ave N
Installation of leather and mixed media artwork by Angela Johnson. Artist Present.

The Park Pub: 6114 Phinney Ave N
Featuring artist: Otilia Gaidos. Artist Statement: "When I was 12, I began realistic oil painting on plywood and made the transition to canvas by age 15. I later switched to abstract work and have been focusing exclusively on abstract expressionism. Abstract expressionism is my way of expressing thoughts and feelings. My art brings abundant joy, relaxation and fulfillment to me because it offers me the chance to express the beauty of life. I'm in my element when I paint. I paint, therefore I am. When I paint, I think about people, emotions, travel, my intercultural experiences, and the beautiful world we live in. I believe that life is beautiful in that it is imperfect, and human beings are wonderful in that they are different. To me, the vibrant colors, bold concepts and imperfect shapes and lines found in my art celebrate the beauty, the difference, the mystery, the free spirit, the controversy, the passion, the non-conformity, the wonder. Children are a great inspiration to me as well, further contributing to the burst of positive energy I feel and portray in my art."

Phinney Neighborhood Assoc: 6532 Phinney Ave N
Holiday Art Sale, Room #1, Phinney Neighborhood Center Blue Building. Paintings, prints, woodworking, gourds, photography, glass, jewelry, bookmaking, mosaics, steel garden art, knitting, wearable art, and more. Featuring: Patty Makatura, Gale Backer, Kate Franchimon, Katrina Beach, Beth Fishman, Alison Peltz, Amy Fleischer, Fran Kremens, Chris Lemmen, Angie Heinrich, Susan McRoy, Judy Meryl Kaplan. Cash or checks only please. Artists present.

Rhea Healing Essentials: 121 N 85th Street
Beautiful floral, landscaping and architectural photographs by Diane Becker. Artist present.

Rockwell Realty: 8315 Greenwood Ave N
Presenting the works of Julie Baroh, featuring original fairy art and selected paintings, drawings and prints. Artist present.

Sip & Ship: 8560 Greenwood Ave N
John Skewes, author of Larry Gets Lost in Seattle, Seattle ABC and Washington Doodles and the two Seattle dads who created Edsel McFarlan's New Car, author Max Holechek and illustrator Darrell Toland will be at the Greenwood Sip & Ship for Artwalk on December 10th from 6:30-8:30. There will be book readings, doodling in action and free cocoa!. Artists present.

SPACE: A Design Build Collective 7200 Greenwood Ave N
Tin Art- Cowboys & Tea Queens by Sarah Robertson Palmer; Local Landscapes & Everyday Objects by Susan Waite; and Miniature Kimonos by Deb West. Plus Gary Paine on acoustic guitar and vocals. Artists present.

Strut: 7511 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring ink wash and watercolor artist Don Wade. Artists present.

Tasty: 7513 Greenwood Ave N
Serving up original art and unique gifts designed by over 50 different NW artists, from $1 - $200.Plus photos with Santa from 6-8pm only! Artists Present

*The Olive & Grape: 8516 Greenwood Ave N
Stop in for Olive oil tastings.

Two Birds Tattoo: 7408 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring artwork by Nate Strottup.

Urban Light Studios (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Monthly rotating artwork. Artists present.

Write To Move at Phinney Center: 6532 Phinney Ave N
7pm Life Drawing for Writers, $5 drop-in fee. Artist Present

*Venues offering artwalk specials and discounts.

Monday, November 8, 2010

Art Up G-P November artwalk: Fri, Nov 12 from 6-9pm

Art on the Ridge: 8005 Greenwood Ave N
November group exhibit featuring Carolyn Goodenough, Noelle Congdon, Shirly Travis, Terese Larson, Elizabeth Humphrey, Paul Lewing, Mathew Hulse, Steven Jendro, Mia Yoshihara-Bradshaw, Beth Flanningan, Patty Makatura, Anthony Huss, Susi Strom, Nicole Sm, Tomas Vrba, Diane Venti, Jennifer Maclean, Michael Iaquinta and Tom Wyrick. Plus live music by Travis Hartnett. Artists present.

Assemble Gallery & Studio: 7406 Greenwood Ave N
Urban & Amy represents an ongoing collaboration between husband and wife Guy Allen and Amy Bengtson. Current work is inspired by a fascination with intricate patterns found in both natural and built environments. Wood, bamboo, and painted surfaces are laser cut and assembled based on images from the artists' photography. Artists present.

Avanti Art & Design: 7317 Greenwood Ave N
Avanti's very first Erotic Art Show! we are pleased to have a wonderful mix of photography, 3D work, paintings, drawings, & multi-media art. please come join us! Featuring: Debbie Ableson, Mina Bast, Chuckie Bear, Tasia Bozek, Riain Callahan, Bill Cass, Pat Gallagher, Savannah Horrocks, Susan James, Wendy Keen, Cindy Pestka and Jenee Sellers. Artists present.

Balderdash Books & Art: 8536 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring nature-inspired other-worldly art by Corinna Sinclair. Artist present.

Band Vibes x Better Friends Gallery: (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring a collection of photographs by Joel Fraser. Artists present.

*Bleacher’s Pub: 8118 Greenwood Ave N
Stop in for a discounted appetizer or entrée during the monthly art walk.

Bherd Studios Gallery (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Bherd Studios Gallery presents "Take 5": An exhibit celebrating the power of 5 for the gift giving season. 15 artists have created a series of 5, 10 or 15 pieces sized at 5” x 5”, 5” x 10” or 10” x 10”. Anyone who buys 5 or more pieces are entered-to-win a free custom designed board from Signal Snowboards. As a bonus, buy 2 or more pieces and receive a 5% discount on your purchase. Featuring original artwork by Pacific NW urban contemporary artists: Zak Alexander, Zach Bohnenkamp, CASH, dear earthling, Marty Gordon, Jeremy Gregory, Ninjagrl, John Osgood, Kate Protage, Brian Ripp, Sensei 23, Chris Sheridan, Kellie Talbot, Siolo Thompson and Urban Soule. Artists present.

*Carmelita’s: 7314 Greenwood Ave N
$5 Happy Hour Menu All Night!

The Chocolate Shoe Box: 7410 Greenwood Ave N
Mayan and Aztec inspired sculpture and mixed media pieces by Brandon Juhl. Artist present.

Couth Buzzard Books: 8310 Greenwood Ave N
Paintings, Photography & Sculpture by TV-TommyVision, Joseph Sturm, Brian Prosser, Zachary DeBijl, Roger Willsie & Jess Ahgelo. Plus live folk music concert at 7:30pm by David Perasso and Chris Roe. Artists present.

Echo Echo Gallery (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Grand Opening of Echo Echo Gallery. Featuring the urban contemporary artwork of Jeremiah Hammer (aka dear earthling), Andy Kline and Chris Olson. Artists present.

*Emma Jeans: 8554 ½ Greenwood Ave N
Offering 30% - 50% off every art walk!

Francine Seders Gallery: 6701 Greenwood Ave N
Diann Knezovich: altered "c" prints (architectural designs) - Anna McKee:drawings and prints inspired by her trip to Antarctica with a scientific expedition last year. Caryn Friedlander: small pastels on paper. Artists present.

*Gaspare Ristorante and Bar: 6705 Greenwood Ave N
3- Course Italian Meal for $22.00 and Fresh Mint Mojitos and Bellinis $5 each all night during the artwalk. Plus Happy Hour menu from 5-7pm only $4 - $7 items with special cocktail and wine prices.

Gainsbourg: 8550 Greenwood Ave N
Thompson is a visual artist, writer and animator based in Seattle, WA. As an artist she focuses primarily on the human form and always tries to incorporate a strong sense of narrative to her work. She wants each image she creates to have a story book feel to it, that draws the viewer into a different world. She often uses animals and magical elements in her paintings and tries to explore the relationships that we have to nature and the sublime. She consideres herself a bit promiscuous as an artist and often ventures into film, animation and creative writing.

For this series of new work showing at Gainsbourg, she is focusing on mechanical and robotic imagery. She utilizes a beautiful pallete of vibrant colors which heightens the fantasy-esque realms that entices viewers to escape within.

In The Red Wine Bar & Cafe: 6510 Phinney Ave N
Rotating artwork by local artists.

Janet Klinger Photography: 6120 Phinney Ave N
Featuring Seattle & Puget Sound photographers and videographers.

Kouzina: 8403 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork by a local artist.

Makeda Coffee: 153 N 78th Street
(between N. 1st Ave & N. Greenwood Ave.)
Photography by Prashanthi Reddy and Brazilian Music by the band Choro Loco. Artist present.

Monkey Grind Espresso: 518 N 85th St.
Painted song birds by Greg Barnes. Artist present.

Naked City Taphouse: 8564 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating monthly artwork by local artists. Artist present.

Neptune Coffee: 8415 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork.

Oliver’s Twist: 6822 Greenwood Ave N
Installation of leather and mixed media artwork by Angela Johnson. Artist Present.

Palermo Art Gallery: (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
“Good Things Come In Small Packages” visual art, jewelry, small treasures, cards and gifts. Artists present and working, plus chronic pain awareness paintings for advocacy. Artists present.

The Park Pub: 6114 Phinney Ave N
Rotating local artists.

Phinney Neighborhood Assoc: 6532 Phinney Ave N
Join us to celebrate the Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos with the art of Laura Boos, Henry Chamberlain, Amaranta Ibarra, Blanca Santander, and Angelina Tolentino. These artists represent the themes associated with this holiday through their mixed media works. Artists present.

Rhea Healing Essentials: 121 N. 85th St.
David Hodge creates unusual portraits, scenes and landscapes, which can be paradoxical and humorous. Artist present.

Rockwell Realty: 8315 Greenwood Ave N
Local landscape photographer Jay Boynton brings a contrasting look at fall in the outdoors from two very different locales: the inland Northwest and the canyon country of Utah's Grand Staircase Escalante Wilderness. Artist present.

Sasquatch Studios: 6108 Phinney Ave N
Featuring beaded bonsai trees, anchored on rocks primarily from Carkeek Park beach by Debbie Allen plus refreshments served. Artist present.

SPACE: A Design Build Collective: 7200 Greenwood Avenue N.
Featuring Desiree M. D’Ambrosio Shafman of Lucid Fusion Studio; Joan Bazaz of Baza Glass; Les Chapeaux Elegants: Hat Designers - Dayna Pinkham, Daria Wheatley, and Wayne; and Wichern Noel Costumbrado. Artists present.

Strut: 7511 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring urban contemporary art by Seattle artist, muralist, illustrator and graphic designer, Narboo. Artists present.

Tasty: 7513 Greenwood Ave N
Launch party for artists Justin Hillgrove of Imps and Monsters and Jon Malmstedt of Rampage Toys who have collaborated on a series of resin toys and custom artwork. Also at Tasty will be a custom display from Wilky, Creative Director of local toy company, Funko detailing the bobble-head creation process, from initial concept sketches, to approved sculpts and finished packaging art. Artists Present

*The Olive & Grape: 8516 Greenwood Ave N
(Formerly “Olive You”)
Stop in for Olive oil tastings.

Theo's Produce: 8221 Greenwood Ave N
Stop by and preview the farm inspired mural by artist Jim Carey, as well as other artists on display. Plus artwalker specials.

Two Birds Tattoo: 7408 Greenwood Ave N
Maron Resur is making a name for herself with stunning, larger than life portraits. Her captivating portrayals of friends, family, and herself are richly painted in a unique hyper-realistic style. You won't want to miss these!

Urban Light Studios (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
“Happy Little Trees” a group exhibition of urban artists inspired by Bob Ross. Featuring the works of 179, 2h, Augie Pagan, Weirdo, Joe Vollan, Jeffrey Taylor, Carlos Aguilar, Justin Farquar, Jeremy Gregory, Jose Rodriguez III, Sly Cooley, Xavier Lopez, Mat Savage, Solace and more. Artists present.

Wayward Coffeehouse: 8570 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating artwork by local artists. Live music from 8-10pm. Artists present.

Write To Move at Phinney Center: 6532 Phinney Ave N
7pm Life Drawing for Writers, $5 drop-in fee. Artist Present

*Venues featuring Art Walk Specials

Friday, October 15, 2010

Arts Crush Events Continue through October in Greenwood-Phinney

Just because the artwalk is over, doesn't mean you still can't catch plenty of art-filled events the rest of October in our neighborhood.

Families with children will enjoy a number of events throughout the month, including a free session of the popular Drama with Your Mama class (October 19) from Taproot Theatre’s Acting Studio and a free performance of the entertaining bullying-prevention play Treasure Ally (October 23). Then on October 24, get your groove on with 13 free dance classes from The American Dance Institute and Art on the Ridge.

For a full schedule of events and to learn more about Arts Crush, visit http://artscrush.org/

Greenwood-Phinney Arts Crush Schedule:

October 15

- 7-8 p.m. Free Blues Dance Class at American Dance Institute Studio #2

October 16

- 2 p.m. Don’t Forget To Write – 826 Seattle Workshop Open House at 826 Seattle
- 3-4 p.m. Kids Art Exploration at Art On The Ridge
- 4-5 p.m. Kids Art Exploration at Art On The Ridge

October 19
- 11 a.m. Drama with Your Mama class from Taproot Theatre’s Acting Studio at the Greenwood Library

October 23
- 11 a.m. Treasure Ally from Taproot Theatre’s Road Company at the Greenwood Library

October 24

- 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Arts Crush Dance Week Launch (13 free dance classes) at The American Dance Institute & Art on the Ridge

NOTE: All events subject to change, and many require advance registration. Please see the Arts Crush website (http://artscrush.org/) for more details.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

You're Invited to Celebrate the Newest Mural on Aurora: Sat, Oct 16th at 10am

New Mural Supports Aurora Businesses and Relays a Safety Message

(SEATTLE) A new mural at 10217 Aurora Avenue N has come to life on the side of North Park Grocery. Community members and businesses along with the city and state envision Aurora as a street full of thriving businesses and shoppers – one with a vibrant, safe business center that attracts local residents to walk and bike to stores and restaurants for their weekly shopping and entertainment. To encourage this, artwork is being added along the corridor.

The 10 x 50 foot mural represents growth through sunflowers, businesses and a future RapidRide bus. Safe travel behavior is modeled by a woman on a scooter wearing a helmet waiting for a people to cross the street and the Aurora Traffic Safety Project logo in the upper right hand corner. If one looks closely they will also find familiar landmarks such as the recently restored elephant at Aurora Rents. Behind it all is the sun rising, capturing the spirit of Aurora which means “dawn.”

“My customers come in all shapes and sizes and many are working hard to improve their lives,” said Chaesun Osaka, the owner of North Park Grocery. “This mural represents how Aurora and the people who live and work here are growing and changing.”
The public is invited to come, meet the artists and fellow neighbors, learn more about the Aurora Traffic Safety Project and enjoy free coffee and light snacks.

When: Saturday, October 16
Where: 10217 Aurora Street at North Park Grocery
Time: 10 a.m.

This is the second of two murals. The first mural was a temporary installation in the windows of an empty storefront. Within three weeks of the installation being placed, the property was rented. A new location for the mural is now being sought. Zach Bohnenkamp, John Osgood and Kevin Sullivan from Bherd Studios and Matamuros were commissioned for both jobs.

Sustainable Green Lake, Greenwood Aurora Involved Neighbors (GAIN), Epic Life Church, the city of Seattle and Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WSTC) made this mural possible through grants and volunteer hours. This project is funded in part by a Neighborhood Matching Fund award of the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods and through the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and Aurora Traffic Safety Project. The project was created to help Aurora gain a competitive edge in tough economic times by making improvements along Aurora Avenue; to attract attention to the business district; to improve public perceptions of Aurora; to encourage consumers to come to Aurora for their shopping needs; and to improve the sustainability and safety of the neighborhood by contributing to the walkability and bikability of the neighborhood business district.

Monday, October 4, 2010

Art Up G-P October artwalk: Fri, Oct 8th from 6-9pm + Arts Crush Festival

Art on the Ridge: 8005 Greenwood Ave N
Solo featured artist, Jennifer Maclean. Plus additional artists: Aziz Mohammed, Carolyn Goodenough, Noelle Congdon, Elizabeth Humphrey, Paul Lewing, Mathew Hulse, Steven Jendro, Mia Yoshihara-Bradshaw, Joni James, Beth Flanningan, Patty Makatura, Anthony Huss, Alyson Jones, Joel Scholten, Susi Strom, Nicole SM,Tomas Vrba, Jennifer Maclean, Michael Iaquinta, Tom Wyrick, Diane Venti. Artists present.

Assemble Gallery & Studio: 7406 Greenwood Ave N
Elizabeth Soule: “The Little Zoo”. In this series of Polaroid images shot with an SX-70 camera, Portland artist Elizabeth Soule characterizes toy animals in staged environments. Also featuring, Julia Haack: Salvaged wood sculptures by Julia Haack interpret her visual notations, referencing her interest in the abstract patterns of contemporary quiltmaking and expressing arrested movement with curving shapes. Artists present.

Avanti Art & Design: 7317 Greenwood Ave N
This month's Art Walk opening will host AMAZING new artwork by talented artists Doug Rosenoff (photography), Shelly Cohen (photography), Dewain Gauntett (photography), Wendy Keen (multi-media), Emmalee Bozek (printmaking & multi-media), Leo Schmidt (illuminated sculpture), and Nancy Fiala (glass & painting). Artists present.

Balderdash Books & Art: 8536 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring intaglio engravings by Nate Stottrup. Artists present.

*Bleacher’s Pub: 8118 Greenwood Ave N
Stop in for a discounted appetizer or entrée during the monthly art walk.

Bherd Studios Gallery (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Bherd Studios Gallery presents the urban contemporary work of Seattle artists: Michelle Anderst, Joe Vollan and Chris Sheridan. Each artists work is themed around the inner workings of the mechanical, human anatomy and the soul.

Anderst explores the relationships between organic structure such as bones, veins & nerves to man-made structures such as circuitry and computer boards. She’s known for pairing “the insides” with old fashioned vintage wallpaper which creates an unusual feminine elegance to her compositions.

Vollan uses his signature style of surreal and macabre scenes that are inhabited by skeletal animals and robots to evoke a sense of wonderment, relevant to the fantastic and bizarre worlds he creates.

Sheridan’s work explores the essence of humanity and the soul. His work depicts scenes from myths and folklore that teach about morality, as well as delving into the insights of human nature. His strong illustrative background provides beautifully crafted imagery on oil and canvas. Artists present.

*Carmelita’s: 7314 Greenwood Ave N
$5 Happy Hour Menu All Night!

The Chocolate Shoe Box: 7410 Greenwood Ave N
Mixed Media with patterned and nature oriented pieces by vegan painter, Angela Scott. Artist present.

Couth Buzzard Books: 8310 Greenwood Ave N
Paintings, Photography & Sculpture by Stacy Schonhardt, Roger Willsie, TV-TommyVision, Kelly Davis, Sylvia Stout, Joseph Sturm & Ann Burglund.

*Emma Jeans: 8554 ½ Greenwood Ave N
Offering 30% - 50% off every art walk!

*Gaspare Ristorante and Bar: 6705 Greenwood Ave N
3- Course Italian Meal for $22.00 and Fresh Mint Mojitos and Bellinis $5 each all night during the artwalk.

(Shown above on the left is the internationally acclaimed fetish-burlesque Porcelian Twinz. And to the right is Walt Curtis, writer and poet most famous for "Mala Noche" which was made into a film by Gus Van Sant.)

Gainsbourg: 8550 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring Portland Photographer, Lloyd Kimeldorf. Drawn to the Surrealist movement at an early age, Kimeldorf developed a visual curiosity which still influences his way of seeing. While taking classes in film making, he became intrigued with his current medium, still photography. He creates and captures singular frames, each describing a fully formed moment within a story ... explicit, but leaving the rest up to the viewer to decide. His body of work consists of three collections: portraits, nudes, and concept pieces. Sometimes surreal, or comical, and often dramatic, Lloyd's work is inspired by a cast of ground-breaking photographers, such as Man Ray and Helmut Newton.

In The Red Wine Bar & Cafe: 6510 Phinney Ave N
Stark, tortured, primal color portraitures by Emily Cadwell.

Janet Klinger Photography: 6120 Phinney Ave N
Featuring Seattle & Puget Sound photographers and videographers.

Kouzina: 8403 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork by a local artist.

Makeda Coffee: 153 N 78th Street
(between N. 1st Ave & N. Greenwood Ave.)
Photography by Keith Slawson and Brazilian Music by the band Choro Loco. Artist present.

Naked City Taphouse: 8564 Greenwood Ave N
Large format oil & acrylic paintings by Sky. Artist present.

Neptune Coffee: 8415 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork.

Oliver’s Twist: 6822 Greenwood Ave N
Artwork by Cheryl Robinson, acrylic and graphite on wood. Artists Present.

Palermo Art Gallery: (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Urban contemporary art by Yvonne Palermo. Artists present.

The Park Pub: 6114 Phinney Ave N
Rotating local artists.

Phinney Neighborhood Assoc: 6532 Phinney Ave N
Showcasing the juror's picks from The Northwest Fine Arts Competition. This competition is held annually by the Phinney Neighborhood Association to select innovative and talented local emerging artists working in all media. The winning work this year was "Sacred Heart," by artist Paul McKee. Other featured artists include: John Armstrong, Jo Braun, Minh Carrico, Monika Dalkin, Sue Danielson, Shannon Durbin, Julia Haack, Tyler Kimball, Thomas Krueger, David McCrae, Jean Miller, Stan Raucher, Todd Smith, Tamara Stephas, Betty Udesen, and Suze Woolf. Artists present.

Rockwell Realty: 8315 Greenwood Ave N
Large scale atmospheric oil paintings inspired by travel by Jeremy Kronbach. Artist present.

Sasquatch Studios: 6108 Phinney Ave N
Featuring beaded bonsai trees, anchored on rocks primarily from Carkeek Park beach by Debbie Allen plus refreshments served. Artist present.

SPACE: A Design Build Collective: 7200 Greenwood Ave N
Pastel, graphite and charcoal on paper by Susan Massey. Artist present.

Strut: 7511 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring rotating artwork from local artists. Artists present.

Taproot Theatre Company: 204 N 85th Street
Pour yourself a glass of lemonade and get married all over again this fall with the regional premiere of Wedding Belles, the final production in Taproot Theatre’s 34th season. When a bedraggled bride is found stranded at an East Texas bus station in 1942, the determined ladies of the Eufala Springs Garden Club leap into action! Lemonade, wedding cake and a gown are easy enough to come by… but where’s the groom? This side-splitting comedy overflows with love, laughter and Southern hospitality at its best! Wedding Belles was written by Alan Bailey and Ronnie Claire Edwards. Directed by associate artistic director Karen Lund, Wedding Belles runs through October 23.

Plus Taproot Theatre offers two-for-one tickets to its performance of Wedding Belles on October 8 at 8 pm. Just ask for your Art Walk Discount when calling the box office at 206.781.9707. Offer subject to availability, is not applicable to previously-purchased tickets, and may not be combined with other offers. Artists present.

Tasty: 7513 Greenwood Ave N
“Hallows Eve” Group Show. Come visit the Obsolete World of Jeannie Paske. An old world made up of endless fields, distant hills and timeworn cliffs. A place where the sun is always setting. A land in which extinct slow-moving monsters and elegant gentle-faced creatures of all shapes and sizes reside." Artists Present

Terra Bella Flowers & Mercantile: 8417 Greenwood Ave N
Ornate Venetian Masks for costume & display by artist Timothy Stephens. Artist present.

*The Olive & Grape: 8516 Greenwood Ave N
(Formerly “Olive You”)
Stop in for Olive oil tastings.

Two Birds Tattoo: 7408 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating artwork by local artists.

Urban Light Studios (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
"Focus" photography group show featuring the work of Autumn Adams, Kevin Law, Janet Klier and Nicole Raine Terhune. Artists present.

Wayward Coffeehouse: 8570 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating artwork by local artists. Live music from 8-10pm. Artists present.

Write To Move at Phinney Center: 6532 Phinney Ave N
7pm Life Drawing for Writers, $5 drop-in fee. Artist Present

*Venues offering artwalk special discounts.

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Plus Celebrate Arts Crush in our neighborhood and all around the Puget Sound!

Creativity pulses through Greenwood-Phinney this fall
Neighborhood showcases its multi-faceted creativity with variety of Arts Crush events

SEATTLE – October 5, 2010 – Greenwood-Phinney made international headlines last year with Cooper, its neighborhood cat-turned-photographer, but that’s just the beginning of the creativity abounding here. With murals and galleries, a dance studio, a writing center and its own professional theatre, Greenwood-Phinney is one of Seattle’s hottest arts neighborhoods. This month it showcases all the artistry with a series of events for Arts Crush, the month-long regional arts festival.

Visual art enthusiasts won’t want to miss the special events scheduled for Friday, October 8, which coincides with the monthly Art Up Greenwood-Phinney Art Walk. Families with children will enjoy a number of events throughout the month, including a free session of the popular Drama with Your Mama class (October 19) from Taproot Theatre’s Acting Studio and a free performance of the entertaining bullying-prevention play Treasure Ally (October 23). Then on October 24, get your groove on with 13 free dance classes from The American Dance Institute and Art on the Ridge.

For a full schedule of events and to learn more about Arts Crush, visit http://artscrush.org/

ABOUT TAPROOT THEATRE COMPANY

Taproot Theatre Company is a professional, non-profit theatre company with a multi-faceted production program. Founded in 1976, Taproot Theatre serves the Pacific Northwest with Mainstage Productions, Touring Productions and Acting Studio. Taproot exists to create theatre that explores the beauty and questions of life while bringing hope to our search for meaning. Taproot Theatre Company is a member of Theatre Communications Group (TCG), Theatre Puget Sound (TPS), and the Greenwood-Phinney Chamber of Commerce.

Support for Taproot Theatre’s 2010 Mainstage season is generously provided by The Charles Simonyi Fund for Arts and Sciences, The Seattle Foundation, 4Culture, ArtsFund, PONCHO and Nesholm Family Foundation. The Acting Studio receives additional support from media sponsor ParentMap along with The D.V. and Ida J. McEachern Charitable Trust. Taproot Theatre’s Road Company receives additional support from The Norcliffe Foundation and The D.V. and Ida J. McEachern Charitable Trust.

Greenwood Arts Crush Fact Sheet

October 8 – Night of the Greenwood-Phinney Art Walk
- 6-9 p.m. Fine Art, Live Music, and Live Painting! at Art On The Ridge
- 6-9 p.m. October Art Walk Extravaganza at Avanti Art & Design
- 6-10 p.m. Hallows Eve: Art Opening Party at Tasty
- 6-10 p.m. Inside Out: Artist Reception at Bherd Studios Gallery
- 6-10 p.m. FOCUS 2010: Elite images from ULS studio photographers, plus Urban Indigenous by Nico Inzeralla, at Urban Light Studios
- 8 p.m. Two-for-one Date Night at Wedding Belles at Taproot Theatre Company

October 10- 3 p.m. The Rose, The Jester, and the Soul – Music from the Heart at Music Center of the Northwest

October 12
- 7 p.m. How to Suffer for a Story with Brendan Kiley at 826 Seattle

October 13- 7:30 p.m. Free Night of Theatre at Wedding Belles at Taproot Theatre

October 15- 7-8 p.m. Free Blues Dance Class at American Dance Institute Studio #2

October 16- 2 p.m. Don’t Forget To Write – 826 Seattle Workshop Open House at 826 Seattle
- 3-4 p.m. Kids Art Exploration at Art On The Ridge
- 4-5 p.m. Kids Art Exploration at Art On The Ridge

October 19
- 11 a.m. Drama with Your Mama class from Taproot Theatre’s Acting Studio at the Greenwood Library

October 23
- 11 a.m. Treasure Ally from Taproot Theatre’s Road Company at the Greenwood Library

October 24- 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Arts Crush Dance Week Launch (13 free dance classes) at The American Dance Institute & Art on the Ridge

NOTE: All events subject to change, and many require advance registration. Please see the Arts Crush website (http://artscrush.org/) for more details.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Taproot Uncorked celebrates Heroic Wines and an extraordinary post-fire year

Celebratory fundraiser takes place on October 22, one year after arson

SEATTLE – September 28, 2010 – One year after the arson that severely damaged—and threatened to destroy—Taproot Theatre Company’s Greenwood playhouse, the theatre hosts Taproot Uncorked, a fundraising event celebrating its extraordinary post-fire year and looking ahead to the future. On October 22, Taproot Theatre and Greenwood’s Vineyard Wine Shop team up at The Upper Crust’s Greenwood Square for a night of pairing heroic wines and Taproot’s heroic year.

Given the challenges, and ultimately victories, of the past year, the theme of heroic wines seemed appropriate. “By heroic wines, I mean wines which are victorious in their endeavor to survive all odds,” says Vineyard Wine Shop owner Patrick Anderson. “With each passing year the vine’s roots grow deeper and deeper into the soils, and with this comes the wisdom of age and experience.”

The fire in the early hours of October 23, 2009, destroyed the Eleanor Roosevelt Building—which Taproot leased to four businesses—and resulted in such extensive smoke and water damage to the theatre that Taproot was forced to shut its doors for three months and relocate performances. Having weathered multiple recessions in its nearly 35 years, Taproot’s leadership had learned to persevere through the ups and downs of time, but a fire was something no one ever thought would happen.

“It hit as a shock, but throughout that morning I just kept thinking, ‘We have to get through this. We have audiences to serve, a neighborhood we’re committed to,” said Taproot’s co-founder and producing artistic director, Scott Nolte. “The way the Greater Seattle arts community, the Greenwood-Phinney neighborhood, and so many other friends rallied around us gave me hope that we would get through this and come out even stronger than before.”

Taproot Theatre officially reopened its doors on January 29, 2010, for opening night of The Great Divorce, C.S. Lewis’ allegory adapted by George Drance and New York’s Magis Theatre. The production played to sold-out houses and broke all attendance records in the theatre’s nearly-35-year history. In addition, the 2010 season went on to bring in Taproot’s highest number of subscribers ever.

The evening’s festivities run from 6 to 8 p.m. and include tasting and learning about heroic wines with wine expert Patrick Anderson, hearty hors d’oeuvres from The Upper Crust, plus time to visit with some of Taproot’s most deeply rooted artists who will be pouring the wines. Taproot Uncorked takes place at The Upper Crust Catering’s Greenwood Square, located at 8420 Greenwood Avenue North. Seating is limited, and early registration is encouraged. Tickets cost $45 and are available online at www.taprootuncorked.com.

Taproot Uncorked is made possible through generous partnerships with The Vineyard Wine Shop and The Upper Crust Catering.

ABOUT TAPROOT THEATRE COMPANY
Taproot Theatre Company is a professional, non-profit theatre company with a multi-faceted production program. Founded in 1976, Taproot Theatre serves the Pacific Northwest with Mainstage Productions, Touring Productions and Acting Studio. Taproot exists to create theatre that explores the beauty and questions of life while bringing hope to our search for meaning. Taproot Theatre Company is a member of Theatre Communications Group (TCG), Theatre Puget Sound (TPS), and the Greenwood-Phinney Chamber of Commerce.

Support for Taproot Theatre’s 2010 Mainstage season is generously provided by The Charles Simonyi Fund for Arts and Sciences, The Seattle Foundation, 4Culture, ArtsFund, PONCHO and Nesholm Family Foundation.

Monday, September 6, 2010

Art Up Greenwood-Phinney: Friday, Sept 10th from 6-9pm

Art on the Ridge: 8005 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring Premier Artist Cameron Kim and her wonderfully talented oil painting students! They will also have many other wonderful artists, live music by Jeremy Sewer, and refreshments. It will be a great night for the family! Artists present.

Assemble Gallery & Studio: 7406 Greenwood Ave N
Check out Seattle Times write-up on Boo Davis!
“Dare to Be Square” Seattle designer, illustrator, and the founder of Quiltsrÿche quilt studio, Boo Davis will release and sign copies of her brand new quilting book, Dare to Be Square, as well as show a variety of handmade quilts. Be there or..be square? Artist present.

Avanti Art & Design: 7317 Greenwood Ave N
September brings Avanti's very 1st solo show in their gallery space! Jerry Gay is a Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist who traveled over 50,000 miles & through every state to capture a vision & understanding of a reality that we are all looking to see & wanting to believe in. His prize-winning photograph will be available at the reception as a signed/numbered lithograph. Part of the proceeds will assist the NW Burn Foundation. Artist present.

Balderdash Books & Art: 8536 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring the urban contemporary artwork of John Lodholz. Artist present.

*Bleacher’s Pub: 8118 Greenwood Ave N
Stop in for a discounted appetizer or entrée during the monthly art walk.

Artwork by Redd Walitzki (above)

Bherd Studios Gallery (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
“You’re So Vain” (you probably think this art is about you). Seattle artists Kate Protage and Chris Sheridan team up to curate their 2nd show at Bherd Studios Gallery in September. “You’re So Vain” looks at more than 10 different artists’ interpretations of portraiture in the modern art world, and how their technical, stylistic and symbolic choices reflect the “truths” of their subjects. Includes the art of: Daniel Carrillo, Jonathan Collis, Chris Crites, Troy Gua, Lucien Knuteson, Wyatt Landis, Mary McIntyre, John Osgood, Brian Thies, Joey Veltkamp, Redd Walitzki, Daniel John Williams.

Protage and Sheridan have chosen to display a wide range of styles and genres in “You’re So Vain,” with work ranging from urban contemporary to pop surrealism to classical, and everything in between. Artists address a variety of different thematic concepts behind modern portraiture—humor, vanity, morality, spirituality and social commentary to name a few—and reveal the fact that portraiture is not bound to a single, tightly defined space in contemporary art. It is everywhere, and can mean many things.

*Carmelita’s: 7314 Greenwood Ave N
$5 Happy Hour Menu All Night!

The Chocolate Shoe Box: 7410 Greenwood Ave N
Liz Josias, nature landscape photographer. Artist present.

Couth Buzzard Books: 8310 Greenwood Ave N
Paintings, Photography & Sculpture by Stacy Schonhardt, Roger Willsie, TV-TommyVision, Terry Thomas, Sylvia Stout, Joseph Sturm & Ann Burglund.

*Emma Jeans: 8554 ½ Greenwood Ave N
Offering 30% - 50% off every art walk!

Francine Seders Gallery: 6701 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring Norman Lundin in the main gallery and Fred Birchman in the upstairs gallery. Lundin : paintings on canvas, landscapes and interiors and Birchman : drawings.

Janet Klinger Photography: 6120 Phinney Ave N
Featuring Seattle & Puget Sound photographers and videographers.

Kouzina: 8403 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork by a local artist.

*Gaspare Ristorante and Bar: 6705 Greenwood Ave N
3- Course Italian Meal for $22.00 and Fresh Mint Mojitos and Bellinis $5 each all night during the artwalk.

Makeda Coffee: 153 N 78th Street
(between N. 1st Ave & N. Greenwood Ave.)
Artwork by Kim Cross. Acrylic paint on canvas and henna fundraiser for Pakistan. Artist present.

Naked City Taphouse: 8564 Greenwood Ave N
Large format paintings by Ryan Henry Ward. Artist present.

Neptune Coffee: 8415 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork.

Oliver’s Twist: 6822 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating contemporary artwork by Seattle artists.

Palermo Art Gallery: (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Urban contemporary art by Yvonne Palermo and visiting artist Nick Beery. Artists present.

The Park Pub: 6114 Phinney Ave N
Rotating local artists.

Phinney Neighborhood Assoc: 6532 Phinney Ave N
“Noticing Infrastructure” featuring art by Suze Woolf. Artist present.

Rockwell Realty: 8315 Greenwood Ave N
La Familia Gallery artist Angela Scott creates nature inspired work including sculpted birds and complexly layered oil paintings. Artist present.

Space: A Design Build Collective: 7200 Greenwood Ave N
Featuring new artwork by Susan Massey and live music, with jazz and blues inspired roots duo by The Honeyville Rascals. Artists present.

Strut: 7511 Greenwood Ave N
Still life photographs with Seattle’s wild birds by Betty Udesen. Artists present.

Tasty: 7513 Greenwood Ave N
“Dreams & Visions” Tasty is thrilled to be showing new works by artists Don DeLeva and Dara Harvey. Don works in an intuitive style using “free flowing ideas that crystallize over time into image”. He starts by painting a texture into the primer and adds lines or shapes that he’s visualized in his head. Reading between the abstract lines, he brings out imagery using elements of traditional painting. He says “paintings can take anywhere from 2 weeks to 4 months to complete. In some cases, I paint over works that I have finished. If it’s in my studio, it’s fair game!”

In her own words, Dara’s art is “largely a process of inspired scribbling, deliberate interpretations of bizarre mark making and intuition of form to create deconstructed characters that are then stitched back together, often in ambiguous or fanciful environments.” She takes pride in transforming and reinventing her own art, exploring creative options and not limiting herself to one kind of media. Artists Present.

Two Birds Tattoo: 7408 Greenwood Ave N
“Morbid Anatomy” ghastly shadowboxes featuring archaic medical tools, vials, and more by Anita Arora.

*The Olive & Grape: 8516 Greenwood Ave N
(Formerly “Olive You”)
Official Opening! Plus Olive oil tasting.

Urban Light Studios (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Featuring the Bureau of Drawers and their first-ever collaborative gallery show called COMBO. THE FORCES OF GOOD... For one night only during the Greenwood-Phinney Art Walk, the Bureau will represent the forces of good and righteousness at Urban Light Studios. Artists present.

Wayward Coffeehouse: 8570 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating artwork by local artists. Live music from 8-10pm. Artists present.

Write To Move at Phinney Center: 6532 Phinney Ave N
7pm Life Drawing for Writers, $5 drop-in fee. Artist Present

* Venues offering Art Walk Specials

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Art Up Greenwood-Phinney: Fri, Aug 13 from 6-9pm + Summer Streets Festival!

Summer Streets + Art UP = Double the Fun!

Greenwood/Phinney Avenue from N 65th Street to N 87th Street is being closed to cars and opened up for people to play, walk, bike, shop, dance, and relax. Come out and enjoy great food, mingle with your neighbors, look at great art and support local businesses. The Gumshoe 5K starts the same day and Children’s Hospital is sponsoring a kid’s obstacle course. Everyone is invited. Google map link to Summer Streets.

*A Muse: 7107 Greenwood Ave N
Stop by between 6:30-8:30pm and make a free crafty project!

Art on the Ridge: 8005 Greenwood Ave N
Variety of local artists work on display. Artists present.

Assemble Gallery & Studio: 7406 Greenwood Ave N
“The Nature of Things” featuring the work of Molly Bosley. The Nature of Things is a series of works depicting a world of innocence and impurity interpreted through silhouette paper-cuts, collage, embroidery and sculpture. Artist present.

Avanti Art & Design: 7317 Greenwood Ave N
For this exhibit, Avanti Art & Design worked with our fellow non-profit organization 826 Seattle (who devote their time & energy to help students ages 6-18 develop their creative & expository writing skills) for an AMAZING collaboration! We teamed visual artists with young writers who took a week-long workshop on making and writing about masks and have a fantastic MASQUERADE planned. Come ready to play! Live painting by Dave Varbioff. Artists present.

Balderdash Books & Art: 8536 Greenwood Ave N
hosting 6 local authors: Bree Coven Brown, author of Weird and Wacky Washington; Anne Fitzgerald, author of Kishin; Brenda Walls, author of Ari: The Punk Rock Girl; Bruce Taylor, author of The Mountains of the Night; Tyler Burgess, author of Seattle Townscape Walks; Rebecca Agiewich, author of Breakup Babe

Please come out and support these wonderful authors and our current visual artist, Grant Perry. Perry is exhibiting his beautiful watercolors of wildlife and local landscapes. Artists present.

*Bleacher’s Pub: 8118 Greenwood Ave N
Stop in for a discounted appetizer or entrée during the monthly art walk.

Bherd Studios Gallery (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
“Character Development” featuring the works of Augie Pagan, Chris Brett, Nose Go & Wilky. Plus live mural painting outside the Greenwood Collective by: Augie Pagan, Mat Savage, PaperMarbleS, Tessa Hulls, John Osgood, CASH and Sensei23 & Zach Bohnenkamp of Matamuros. Artists present.

*Carmelita’s: 7314 Greenwood Ave N
$5 Happy Hour Menu All Night!

The Chocolate Shoe Box: 7410 Greenwood Ave N
Vegan & Animal rights oriented photography by Rebecca Bolte. Artist present.

Couth Buzzard Books: 8310 Greenwood Ave N
Paintings, Photography & Sculpture by Stacy Schonhardt, Roger Willsie, Connie Nelson, TV-TommyVision, Jess Angelo, Terry Thomas & Sylvia Stout. Artist present.

*Emma Jeans: 8554 ½ Greenwood Ave N
Offering 30% - 50% off every art walk!

Francine Seders Gallery: 6701 Greenwood Ave N
Ink & graphite on clayboard paintings by Juan Alonso and “Babies & Baskets” made of glass and recycled materials by Marita Dingus.

Janet Klinger Photography: 6120 Phinney Ave N
Featuring Seattle & Puget Sound photographers and videographers.

Kouzina: 8403 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork by a local artist.

*Gaspare Ristorante and Bar: 6705 Greenwood Ave N
3- Course Italian Meal for $22.00 and Fresh Mint Mojitos and Bellinis $5 each all night during the artwalk.

Makeda Coffee: 153 N 78th Street
(between N. 1st Ave & N. Greenwood Ave.)
Digitally painted giclee prints on canvas by Aaron Panagos, plus live music. Artists present.

Metropolis: 7321 Greenwood Ave N
Wood block prints with a “Day of the Dead” theme by Zanetka Kralova Gawronski. Plus come see the Bubbleman performing in front of Metropolis & Rising Stars.

Naked City Taphouse: 8564 Greenwood Ave N
Large format paintings by Ryan Henry Ward. Artists present.

Neptune Coffee: 8415 Greenwood Ave N
Monthly rotating artwork.

Oliver’s Twist: 6822 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating urban contemporary artwork by Seattle artists.

Palermo Art Gallery: (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
Grand Opening. Urban contemporary and surreal art by Yvonne Palermo and visiting artist Larkin Surreal. Plus live painting. Artists present.

The Park Pub: 6114 Phinney Ave N
Rotating local artists.

Phinney Neighborhood Assoc: 6532 Phinney Ave N
“Art From Life: Color & Commentary” artists Sandy Haight & Mark Lubich work with vibrant colors to explore themes of life in their artwork. Artists present.

Rising Stars Children’s Store: 7321 Greenwood Ave N
ReBots, original signed art sculptures created individually from recycled and found objects by Susan Wiegardt. Metal & Gemstone jewelry by Maria LaFrance. The “Balloon Man” will be outside store and speech by Mayor McGinn outside store at 7pm. Artists present.

Rockwell Realty: 8315 Greenwood Ave N
La Familia Gallery artists Mary McIntyre paints portraits of women & Jim Pirie creates paintings of abstract environments. Artists present.

Sasquatch Studios: 6108 Phinney Ave N
“Art for All” affordable, fun and original pieces by Erica Maule of MyChloeFlower. Artist present.

SPACE A Design Build Collective: 7200 Greenwood Ave N
Art by Amy Pleasant plus live music in celebration of SPACE Grand Opening in their new location. Artist present.

Strut: 7511 Greenwood Ave N
Paintings by Elizabeth Desiree Torbet and face painting in front of the store by Kelly Hughes of Tangerine Tales. Artists present.

Sugarcomb Salon: 780 N 73rd
Artwork by Janelle Lile.

*Taproot Theatre: 204 N 85th Street
Receive two-for-one tickets for “Man of La Mancha” anytime during the week of August 11-14 -- shows at 7:30pm on Wed & Thurs, 8pm on Fri & Sat. Just ask for your “Art Walk Discount” when calling the box office: 206-781-9707. Experience Don Quixote's impossible dream like never before with Taproot Theatre's intimate new staging of Man of La Mancha, now extended through August 21. Featuring the story and songs of an immortal classic, this Tony Award-winning musical comes to the Taproot stage with fresh, acoustic arrangements. Don Quixote is mad... mad enough to dream an impossible dream while tilting after windmills with his trusty sidekick, Sancho Panza. Quixote's romantic quest is as crazy as he is. But is his impossible dream madness or vision? The trial is about to begin.

Tarah Jade Boutique: 68th & Greenwood Ave N
Artwork by Chrystine. Artist Present

Tasty: 7513 Greenwood Ave N
“Garden of Earthly Delights” a cornucopia of organic art creations. Plus music by Gavin Guss, Tea Party by Mad Hat and recycled flower art by Suni Cook-Boucher Artists Present

The Olive & Grape: 8516 Greenwood Ave N
(Formerly “Olive You”)
Open House celebration with photography from Eryyn Rose and drawings from Janet Baker, plus Olive oil tasting, hors d’oeuvres, music and balloons for kids!

Two Birds Tattoo: 7408 Greenwood Ave N
“Morbid Anatomy” ghastly shadowboxes featuring archaic medical tools, vials, and more by Anita Arora. Artists present.

Urban Light Studios (Greenwood Collective)
8537 Greenwood Ave N, Suite 1
“Venus Unveiled” The Urban Light Studios Gallery features a cast of female artists unveiling the subtlety, softness and substance of strength. This show provides a glimpse into the unrecognized or unseen power of women. As women, our strength is not always loud or easily seen, but it is under the surface. In our life experiences we are taught to hide that strength or tuck it away. And yet, our ability to connect, understand others vulnerability and maintain relationships endures. We want to acknowledge and celebrate this strength because it comes in all different forms.

Plus “Wildlife Watch” in the Main Space. Barbara's paintings and drawings explore our interconnectedness with nature, wildlife and all animal. She has long sketched animals for the Woodland Park Zoo and understands the unique characteristics and habits of animals. This show is dedicated to the clean-up efforts in the Gulf and our sincere hope that we will restore that precious ecosystem. Artists present.

Volunteers of America: 9041 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating art by local artists + can food drive.

Wayward Coffeehouse: 8570 Greenwood Ave N
Rotating artwork by local artists. Live music from 8-10pm. Artists present.

Write To Move at Phinney Center: 6532 Phinney Ave N
7pm Life Drawing for Writers, $5 drop-in fee. Artist Present

*Venues offering art walk discounts and specials.