Art on Display at WSU

Local Artists Shine.

Washington State University (WSU) Vancouver in Salmon Creek is currently exhibiting several local and upcoming artists in different mediums.

The first is a photography exhibit featuring Patty Finch and Rebecca Jensen, who are both  showing their photographs publicly for the first time. Merlinda Sain, human resource generalist for WSU Vancouver, organized this exhibit with the intention of creating an opportunity for emerging artists. Sain looked for artists with no professional experience but with a talent for photography.

The next is a graffiti inspired exhibit featuring both professional and emerging artists.  They include Denario Jenkins, Jeremy Nichols and Josue Rodriguez, who show in Portland-area galleries. Richard Jule, Andre Simard and Stacy Smith collaborated on a glass piece and are associated with Bullseye Gallery. Paul Estrada and Jordan Guy are emerging artists from Grant High School.

The art is on display in the Engineering Life Science Building and in the Administration Building gallery through September 10.

Jenkins, Nichols and Rodriguez will be on campus September 9, from 10 am to 4 pm at the basketball court on Loop Road to demonstrate their techniques and paint an original large-scale work of art. The artists will be available to speak with anyone who stops by to watch them work. The final piece will be displayed at the WSU Vancouver community celebration Connections 2009 on Sept. 10, 4 – 6 p.m. in the Firstenburg Student Commons.

Got Art?

WSU Vancouver Art Fair April 10, 2009.

Everyone is invited to attend the Washington State University Vancouver (WSUV) Art Fair on April 10 from noon to 7 p.m.

Admission is free and there will be displays representing Media, Print, Photography, Pottery, Jewelry, Fine Art and more.

“Family friendly events such as the Art Fair offer our campus to the community and show that everyone can take advantage of what we have to offer. We want people to understand that this campus belongs to them too,” said Jennifer Crooks, director of development for WSU Vancouver.

There will be several other offerings available during the Art Fair.

*  “How to Make an On-Line Portfolio” will be offered from noon to 1:30. To register contact Dene Grigar, grigar@vancouver.wsu.edu, fee $25.

*  The Salmon Creek Journal 2009 Edition release party and refreshments will be held from 3-5 p.m. and free copies will be distributed.

*  “Make It and Take It” fine arts class for adults and children will be from 4:15 to 6 p.m., no fee or registration required.

*  “How to Make a Family Video” will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m.   To register contact Dene Grigar, grigar@vancouver.wsu.edu, fee $25.

WSU Vancouver is located in Salmon Creek at 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave.  The Art show will be in the Firstenburg Student Commons, parking is available in the Blue Lot for $3, and admission to the event is free.

Mini Monet’s at Salmon Creek Elementary

2nd Annual Salmon Creek Art Show.

Salmon Creek Elementary students will be working with Mrs. Kadow (aka “Art Teacher Extraordinaire”) to create individual masterpieces.  These masterpieces will be turned into magnets, and will also be on display at the Art Show March 17.  Parents also have the opportunity to order other gift items (notecards, aprons, flags, etc.) featuring their child’s work.  And, in a stroke of genius, the orders will be back in time for Mother’s Day.  Salmon Creek Art Show, March 17, 6:30-8:00 pm.

Creative Art Show at WSU Vancouver

Interpretive Art Show is Free and Open to the Public.

WSU Vancouver, is having an art show showcasing the artwork of its youngest  students.  These students are ages three to five years old and are part of the Child Development Program at WSU in Salmon Creek.  The children represent a wide range of backgrounds and cultures and their art is an interpretation of the world around them.  WSU Vancouver is located in Salmon Creek, 14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue, and the exhibit is open daily in the campus library.

Art Workshop

Salmon Creek:  Art Workshop  Three Creeks Community Library will be having a drop in art workshop for all ages, Wednesday Nov 12 from 2-4 pm.  Call 571-9696, or visit the Three Creeks website for more information.