The First Friday Art Walk Sequim color theme for March is green, with glowing lights to celebrate our Sequim sunshine — even at night.
A fun, free, self-guided tour of local art venues in Sequim, the Art Walk takes place from 5-8 p.m. the first Friday of every month. Visit SequimArtWalk.com to download and print your own map, find special events, links and how to be part of art.
Unearth an evening filled with green apparel and glow-in-the-dark adornment that hints of promising starts, spring sprouting, revitalized good fortune, and motivated anticipation. Green represents new ideas, wellness, youthful pursuits, generous support, nurturing natures, and eternal good spirits.
You will discover newfangled art, sun inspired events, and imaginative folks supporting the option to decorate and dress in all shades of green while you stroll on the town with friends.
Initiated in 2006, the Art Walk is an encouraging and educational arts event sponsored and produced by Renne Emiko Brock with a mission to create approachable, accessible art and cultural venues that encourage the community to connect and celebrate expression and diversity.
The Sequim Art Walk creates cultural vitality that is financially sound for a population and improves the quality of life in a community. The hope is that Sequim will become a destination for creative pursuits and products. A thriving arts community benefits all businesses that in turn support artists, educators and cultural institutions.
Special events
To help kick off the Sequim Sunshine Festival, join us for the Jamestown S’Klallam presentation when tribal member Mackenzie Grinnell tells the story of “Why it is Always Sunny in Sequim” on the Civic Center Plaza at Totem Pole at 152 W. Cedar St. at 5:10 p.m.
The City of Sequim and the City Arts Advisory Commission hosts the “Let’s Explore Color” Art Exhibition, also at the Sequim Civic Center.
Submitted art / “Oh! Give me a Home” by Hank Iszley, a featured artist the Blue Whole Gallery’s “Home Is Where The Art Is” exhibit in March. The exhibit is a partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County.
Explore the Interactive Light Experience by Ross A. Brown at the clubhouse at Pioneer Memorial Park, 387 E. Washington St. as part of the Sequim Sunshine Festival. This custom-built interactive environment blends art and science, encouraging visitors to look at light as an artistic design element and the physical properties of light. Art and science share a similar path of exploration, but with different intentions. Brown hopes this installation will instruct and also create wonder at the power of light to inform our lives.
Ross shares, “Living here in the ’Blue Hole/Rain Shadow’ have you ever wondered what is ’light’? Most of us accept that it is and get on with our lives. This exhibit is intended to invite the viewer to experience light as a form of artistic expression as well as talk about ’what is light’. As the viewer, you will be able to interact with and manipulate the light to see and feel the extraordinary power of these electromagnetic waves we call light.”
From 7-9 p.m. at the Olympic Theatre Arts Gathering Hall, 414 N. Sequim Ave., enjoy a free concert by the Navy Band Northwest Popular Music Group’s five-piece band.
Blue Whole Gallery, 129 W. Washington St., features the “Home Is Where The Art Is” exhibit — a partnership between the gallery and Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County. During the month of March, artists at gallery will donate proceeds from sales of selected artwork to the Habitat for Humanity mission. Check out the artwork as well as meet some of the Habitat for Humanity volunteers and employees. Veteran artist Janet Piccola will curate the exhibit.
Submitted art / “Window onto the World” by Jeannine Chappell, a featured artist the Blue Whole Gallery’s “Home Is Where The Art Is” exhibit in March. The exhibit is a partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County.
Sequim Museum & Arts, 544 N. Sequim Ave., will have their quilt collection in the Judith McInnes Tozzer Art Gallery. Check out the history exhibitions to learn more about our local “Boys in the Boat.”
From 6-8 p.m., Rainshadow Café at 157 W. Cedar St. has live music with Dawn & Steve. Come sing your favorite songs with a full menu and drinks to enjoy. Some dancing is encouraged, too.
Sequim Spice and Tea, 139 W. Washington St., has unique art including glass, pottery, illustration and photography of local artists. You can also find artful, creative tea blends, colorful and fun teapots and cups, and cheerful culinary gifts.
Pacific Mist — Books, Cards & Gifts, 122 W. Washington St., hosts local artists and authors.
With locally created gifts, Cedarbrook Lavender Gift Shop at 120 W. Washington St. features delightful farm fresh lavender creations, treats and inspired vintage décor items.
At Wind Rose Cellars, 143 W. Washington St., enjoy award winning artfully crafted wines and appetizing tidbits.
Soup in the Alley, 138 W. Washington St., features a rotation of local artists, live music, and treats.
Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County’s Sequim Habitat Boutique Store, 154 W Washington St., features live music.
For more
To participate as a venue or artist on the Official First Friday Art Walk Sequim map, listing and website, contact Brock at 360-460-3023 or renne@uniqueasyou.com. Artists of any media are encouraged to get information to her for publicity and opportunities.
To create inclusion between venues, artists and audience, everyone is encouraged to participate in the Art Walk’s monthly themes as a fun community activity in any creative form they wish to express it. January is silver, February is red, March is green, April is pink, May is aqua, June is white, July is purple, August is yellow, September is blue, October is orange, November is brown and December is gold.
Join the Art Walk Facebook page at facebook.com/sequimartwalk.
First Friday Art Walk Sequim
When: 5-8 p.m. March 3
Location: Various venues near downtown Sequim
On the web: SequimArtWalk.com
