Our mission is to promote the Arts and Culture of Whidbey Island,
locally and regionally, through collaboration and inclusivity.
locally and regionally, through collaboration and inclusivity.
Art on the Island - November 2021
Whidbey Art Market returns on November 26th & 27th at Freeland Hall, offering some of the best local art, made right here on Whidbey Island, by fourteen truly amazing island artists. There will be something for everyone - oil, acrylic, watercolor and mixed media
paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, basketry, textiles, collage, assemblage, and much more. You're invited to join us for this very special weekend event. Come see what we have been creating... visit with old friends, and snack on exquisite baked goodies from Acorn Bakery. And don't forget: PLEASE BUY LOCAL this #blackfriday and #smallbusinesssaturday. Keep your dollars on the island while shopping for the holidays! Archana Bhat, print photography Scott Chreist, acrylic on canvas Alicia Elliott, painting in oil/watercolor Deborah George, 3-D reclaimed materials, 2-D mixed media, stone sculpture Shelly Gonsalves, acrylic dot mandalas Pat Gregg, silver and copper jewelry and ornaments Reggie Kastler, hand dyed and woven baskets Liesel Lund, oil/watercolor Debbie Mason, mixed media painting Alexandra Morosco, sculptor Barbara Mosher, eclectic and colorful abstracts Danette Sulgrove, textile artist Kim Tinuviel, abstract oil/cold wax paintings, landscape and abstract photography R.E. Yelton, digital painting / collage Acorn Bakery, Camille Green, exquisite baked goods Whidbey Art Market Freeland Hall 1515 Shoreview Dr., Freeland, WA 98249 Friday & Saturday, Nov 26th & 27th ~ 10am - 4pm (please observe current state Covid guidelines - masks and social distancing are mandatory!) Visit www.whidbeyartmarket.com for more information and to subscribe for updates on future Whidbey Art Market events. 
Late Autumn Greetings from Island Consort!
Island Consort as a performing entity is still on hiatus, but remains alive and well behind the scenes as a chamber music organization. I'd like to share a couple of project highlights by Island Consort members! First of all, Consort Violinist Brian Kenney has spent part of the pandemic months chasing birds--or rather, birdsong! Says Brian, "I have been a birdwatcher and listener for my entire adult life, and have always enjoyed the way that birdsong has found its way into lots of music, from ancient folk music to high classical and modern works of all types. Last year I started recording the songs and calls of birds that I encountered, and started doing rough notations of a few I found particularly interesting for one reason or another. From there, I would practice the part a bit, usually on violin but sometimes on piano or synthesizer, and if I liked it I recorded it. Filling out the recording with other parts generally happened in a semi-improvisational manner, trying out different textures or lines or sounds (and sometimes other birds!) or harmonies until some kind of approach seemed to work and connect with the primary song. Many of the tones found in birdsong do not have a clearly identifiable pitch, and though I do use some discretion in interpreting their 'notes', I do try and stay true to their rhythms for the most part, at least to the best of my ability. I approach this project in a light and playful manner for the most part, but part of what I am doing here is trying to explore the kinship I feel, and that I believe we all share, with birds and other animals and plants. I do know that every time I listen carefully, as a musician and as a person living on planet Earth, I learn something new and find inspiration to keep working with my own creativity." Second of all, Island Consort Director Sheila Weidendorf has launched her own website for her musical endeavors. Peruse it here: sheilamakesmusic.com Until next time…Enjoy this season of harvest! www.islandconsort.org 
Welcome to the 2021-2022 Whidbey Art Trail
The new 2021-2022 Whidbey Art Trail visit artist’s studios, galleries and sculpture parks. The Whidbey Art Trail has reopened for the 2021-2022 season and now offers an even broader variety of participants. There are 24 stops island-wide, from sculpture parks, gallery spaces and large studios, to personal art-making spaces off the beaten track. Studio visits are encouraged and every Whidbey Art Trail member is following Covid-19 safe guidelines. Information about when studios are open and an easy-to-use map with directions are available online at whidbeyarttrail.com and in print at all participating locations and on Washington State Ferries. Wander the Trail to find that special painting you’ve been looking for, experience the joy of discovering sculptures in unexpected places, talk with fascinating artists and learn their stories, find high quality galleries and see the best of what Whidbey artists have to offer. All while enjoying the unsurpassed scenic beauty of Whidbey Island. 
Price Sculpture Forest
At the exit kiosk of Price Sculpture Forest created by Michael Hauser and Ken Price, our Participation Book encourages guests to create doodles, expressions, poems, and whatever art inspires them such as this image. Click here to see more examples of what guests have doodled. The Sculpture Forest is open for art and nature lovers every day of the year from 8:00am until 7:00pm or sunset (whichever occurs earlier). We offer free admission, with donations gratefully accepted. No dogs or bikes, please. For additional details on accessibility, parking, restroom, tours, etc. visit our FAQs page. For info and updates, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, blog, and a free newsletter at the bottom of web page. 678 Parker Road Coupeville, WA 98239 |
Rob Schouten Gallery presents
Fine Art in the Season of Light outstanding selections by our gallery artists November 4 - December 31 This holiday season enjoy finding the perfect fine art gifts at Rob Schouten Gallery & Sculpture Garden in the charming village of Langley on beautiful Whidbey Island.
Outstanding selections by our gallery artists offer the opportunity to find that unique one-of-a-kind work of art for the people you care about most. Included in the gallery’s beautiful displays are sculptures in bronze, stone, and steel, original paintings in a variety of media, fabulous jewelry by talented Whidbey jewelers, and some extraordinary fine art glass including handblown, sculpted and fused. You’ll also find elegant woodwork, ceramics and fiber art, fresh witty assemblages, and a wonderfully wide array of beautiful art objects sure to delight. We are proud to exhibit quality fine art for budgets large and small, and for every art lover in your thoughts this season. Rob Schouten Gallery, a premier showcase for Whidbey Island and Northwest artists, is located at 101 Anthes Avenue, Langley WA at the corner of First and Anthes. Summer gallery hours: Weekends 10 - 5; Tuesdays & Wednesdays by Appointment, and other Weekdays 11 - 5. For further information, call 360.222.3070 or email info@robschoutengallery.com 
Penn Cove Gallery's November Featured Artist: Jim Short
In 1971 Jim came across a falling down pig shed made out of walnut. He has been salvaging pieces of tree ever since. He works with Whidbey Island trees that are at the end of their carbon sequestering life. Currently, the stages of death and new life are lying in a heap in his driveway with the ends sealed. Next, they will be cut into lengths, split down the pith and roughed into rounds with an electric chainsaw. They will be turned on a lathe to a finished thickness, cleaned up with cabinet scrapers by hand and allowed to dry to a shape and texture of the piece's own choosing. Swirling grain knots checks and stains are a bonus. Penn Cove Gallery is open daily, 10am to 5pm 9 NW Front Street Coupeville, WA 98239 (360) 678-1176 penncovegallery@gmail.com 
Garry Oak Gallery's artist in the spotlight is Mike Morgan
Mike specializes in creating custom designed tables and furniture for the discerning customer who is looking for that one-of-a-kind keepsake. The gallery is open 10:30am - 5pm, daily (Monday - Saturday) and Sunday, 10:30am - 3pm 830 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor (360) 682-5675 garryoakgallery@gmail.com 
Artworks Gallery Featured Artists:
Ginny O’Neill - "My art is predominantly representational. In fact, I usually approach a new work as if I’m painting a portrait, whether my subject is a beach, a barn, or an animal. I work in watercolor because I love the process. And I understand it, unpredictable though it can be. To me, there’s no point if you don’t love the process." Marcy Johnson – "I’m a career artist, and in my Northwest studio every day. The visual simplicity of ethnic art has always inspired me. My scarves are hand-woven using rayon bouclé and chenille. I handcraft and cut each piece of my jewelry from metal and pound them for a unique texture. After 50 years as a professional artist, I find the greatest joy in inspiring others through teaching and creating unique individual works of art." Open Wednesday – Monday (Closed Tuesdays) from 11am – 4pm. 11am – 7pm on the First Saturday of each month for the Langley Art Walks Visit us at: Artworks Gallery, 221 – 2nd Street, Langley, WA. 
Whidbey Art Gallery Whidbey Art Gallery November Happenings: This month the gallery is pleased to welcome Jill Kroh as our guest artist. You can see her work in the front room either at Art Walk on Saturday, Nov 6th from 5pm - 7pm or any time during the month of November. Expressionist artist, Jill Kroh, creates dynamic rhythms of color and texture on canvas, paper & panel, with acrylics, her photography, writing, and treasured images...music to her soul! Her ongoing flowers, sparkling skies and water, birds & still-life are woven into her imagined stories. Jill has exhibited and received awards in juried shows on the east and west coast. Our featured artist is the dynamic watercolor and ink talent, Judi Nyerges. We can’t wait to see what she’ll show us! 220 Second Street, Langley (360) 221-7675 whidbeyartgallery@gmail.com 
Free Art Supplies!
The Whidbey Island Arts Council is offering free basic art supplies for the Whidbey School's Children. Please contact Kay at lookingglasscottage@gmail.com for more information or scheduling a pick-up. 
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