Tonight Enjoy First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Winslow, plus Ken and Susan Wiersema’s Art Work at the Library!
It’s that time of the month to discover the vibrant heart of creativity at the First Friday Art Walk tonight – October 3rd – in beautiful Downtown Winslow. Immerse yourself in a captivating blend of art, food, and drinks as you meander through charming streets and indulge in a feast for the senses.
Browse a diverse array of galleries, showcasing the works of talented local artists, and be inspired by their masterpieces. Savor delectable culinary delights from our eclectic eateries, accompanied by refreshing drinks that perfectly complement the lively atmosphere. Explore unique shops offering handcrafted treasures and embrace the spirit of community that thrives in this artistic haven.
And at any number of shops, listen to local musicians and singers honing their crafts.
Where: Downtown Bainbridge along Winslow Way
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Which Businesses Participate in Art Walk?
There are many, and it does change depending on their schedule and season. The following businesses typically have their doors open with wine, snacks, and music!
- Bainbridge Arts & Crafts
- Bainbridge Island Art Museum
- Blue House Interiors
- Celtic Crossroads
- Conservatory
- Dana’s
- Danger
- Furnish Bainbridge
- Island Cool
- Island Life Artisan Gifts
- Jeffrey Moose Gallery
- Kelly Johnston Art Studio
- Bainbridge Public Library
- Millstream
- Sotheby’s
- Windermere
First Friday Art Walk in presented by the Bainbridge Island Downtown Assoc. https://bainbridgedowntown.org
Ken and Susan Wiersema Celebrate 40 years Together with Art at the Library!
Falling into fall. The library’s October artists, Ken and Susan Wiersema are celebrating 40 years together with their first joint exhibit of their artwork and photography. The Wiersemas will host an opening reception for the October First Friday, from 5-7PM in the library meeting room.
Home: 26 years of Living on Bainbridge Island
The dictionary defines Home as where one lives permanently, especially as a family member or household member. A home is something so special, it is indescribable.
Bainbridge Island has become my definition of home. We have lived on this island for over 25 years and have enjoyed joining the Bainbridge community and giving our son a great place to grow up.
I grew up in Southern California and was a real “SoCal” girl, never thinking I would ever leave. But I did, and have never looked back.
I still remember our first visit to Bainbridge Island. Well, it was not a visit; it was more like a drive-through on our way to the ferry, but it made such an impression on us. When Ken graduated from the University of Washington and got a job in Seattle, he thought that would make a reasonable commute, after watching me driving over the 520 bridge for two years.
The images in this show are of our places, which evoke warm memories of our lives here. Thank you, Bainbridge Island, for giving us a wonderful Home.
My work for this show were created on Stonehenge Kraft paper with water-soluble colored pencils and crayons.
Ken’s statement:
When we moved on to the island, I started a daily commute on the ferry into Seattle, It has been my break between home and work for the same 26-years that Susan has been making our home on the island.
My Mom was born and raised in the shadow of Mount Rainier, after she married my Dad, the army sent our family all over the world, but I remember her telling us about the “Mountain” growing up, it’s presence and always the big question, “is it out today?”
I was an adult before I started getting to know the Mountain on my own. My daily commute has allowed me to see it in all kinds of light, weather, and seasons. I’m still looking for it daily, and seeing if there is a shot I have not taken of it yet.
