Rising from the Ashes

Featuring Works by Isaiah Wyckoff.

Studio Eighty Twenty will be hosting Rising from the Ashes, featuring works by Isaiah Wyckoff, at LSW Architechts (2300 Main Street). There will be a special show opening on Friday, August 6th between 5 and 9 pm, and Saturday August 7th between 10 am and 4 pm. Works will be on display August 9th through the 31st, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm (closed from noon to 1 pm).

Rising from the Ashes is the first in a two part series of recent works by Isaiah Wyckoff that attempts to offer a sense of hope in the face of pain. Whether it’s physical, emotional or spiritual… whether it’s deeply internal or rides on the surface… the landscape of our lives can wrench our hearts. The weight of it is real… but so to is the hope.  Select pieces from this show will be offered for sale with 80% of the proceeds going to local charities for those who need it most.

In fact, at Studio Eighty Twenty, all artists are committed to making a difference to those in our local community with the greatest needs: the homeless, the abused, the neglected. Through the sales of their art, 80% goes directly to local organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to helping those in need. For more information, visit Studio Eighty Twenty.

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13th Annual Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival

Bravo! Vancouver.

Hot jazz, fabulous wines, fine art, and delicious cuisine…experience it all at the 13th Annual Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival taking place in the heart of Vancouver, USA, Esther Short Park, on August 27,28, and 29, 2010.

This year’s Festival features a diverse lineup of American “jazz legends”—including blues, fusion, Cajun, straight ahead and contemporary bands. Local and regional jazz bands will also be performing, and the Festival’s Jazz Education Stage will also provide an opportunity for middle school and high school musicians to perform on the same venue as the Grammy winners. More than 20 bands will be featured throughout the weekend!

In addition to the music, the Festival features over 200 wines from around the world. Attendees can sample wines, or purchase a glass to sip while enjoying food from 9 restaurants. The cuisine ranges from Northwest to German, Lebanese and Italian fare. Art lovers can shop the 40 fine artists from California, Idaho, Washington & Oregon. “The Festival is a true arts festival, in that we present American jazz music, fine arts and crafts, premium wines and great food” says Dr. Michael Kissinger, Artistic Director. “Our goal is to create a rich cultural and artistic environment, a palate from which people can sample and hear great music, drink a nice Northwest wine, purchase a piece of art, and just immerse themselves in an arts-rich weekend.”

Bravo! Vancouver produces the Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival which is “one of the most important jazz festivals on the west coast.” Advance discounted tickets are on sale now, but tickets will also be available at the gate.

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Tags: Activities, Art, Esther Short Park, Events, Food, Jazz, Music, Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival

First Fridays in Felida

Celebrating Our Neighborhood Together.

First Fridays in Felida, where friends and neighbors meet for wine tasting, chocolate nibbling, art viewing, and conversation. Everyone is welcome at this fun and free event, hosted monthly by Barbara Hill Photography and Lakeshore Interior Design. Located in the heart of Felida, in the old fire station, their new studio offers a venue for neighbors and friends to gather on the first Friday of each month from 6-8 pm. Enjoy displays by local artists as well as complimentary wine tasting and chocolate delights.

Each month boasts its own theme for your entertainment. August is a heated month with gorgeous images of Arches National Park in Moab, Utah by Al Krause, as well as playful floral watercolors by SuzyArt. October will feature Young Artists night and an additional Friday for an evening Coffee House performance. Want more information about this event, or interested in participating in the next event? Give either Barbara or Suzanne a call.

Their studio is located at: 12216 NW 36th Ave. 98685. Limited parking is available behind the studio, so they encourage carpooling or walking. Barbara Hill can be reached at 503-314-0302 or online at Barbara Hill Photography, and Suzanne Simon at 360-904-8083 or online at decdens.com.

“We look forward to celebrating our neighborhood together!”

Tags: Art, Chocolate, Events, Felida, First Friday, Lakeshore, Wine

Fifth Annual Recycled Arts Festival

Tossed and Found in Vancouver.

“Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”.  Now is your chance to see what that means in real life. The Fifth Annual Recycled Arts Festival will feature the works of over seventy artists, has a full entertainment schedule, fun activities for the entire family and information booths. The event takes place this year June 26th and 27th, from 9 am to 4 pm at Esther Short Park in Downtown Vancouver.

Get stuff for FREE! The Tossed and Found Experience will have a tent stocked full of all sorts of treasures; recycled treasures, of course. Put your name in the recycled art lottery hat, and win a chance to take home the item of your choice.

Come for the art, the entertainment, the information, or just ’cause you’re curious! While you’re there, why not check out what the Vancouver Farmer’s Market has to offer?

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Salmon Creek Elementary Art Show and Bingo Night

The annual art show fundraiser is quickly approaching! Please mark your calendars for March 23rd to attend Salmon Creek Elementary’s Annual Art Show and Bingo Family Night.

Your children have been working very hard in art class producing wonderful one of a kind art pieces. For those who are unfamiliar with the fundraiser, the students create a drawing in art class which is then sent to a company that turns it into magnets, note cards and many other memorable pieces. The magnets, as well as other gifts featuring your child’s artwork, will be available to purchase on the night of the art show. For all of the items you buy of your child’s artwork, money then goes back into the school. It is a great way to help out the school and collect memories of your child at the same time!

Look for more information about the night coming home soon! Any questions please email April Molinsky at amolinsky@gmail.com.

Tags: Art, Bingo, Family Night, Fundraiser, Salmon Creek, School, Students

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.

Tags: Art, Education, Graffiti, Photography, School, WSU

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.

Tags: Art, Family, Free, WSU

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.

Tags: Art, Family Night, Parents, PTA, Students

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.

Tags: Art, Children, WSU

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.

Tags: Art