Because the residency studios offered such generous wall space, I knew it would be challenging to find an affordable short-term space that could accommodate me finishing them in Seattle. It was and after 6 a six month lease I finished the pieces and had the April open studio event. It was great to share the studio with friends and family and share the large work as well as smaller pieces I've been working on.
The large paintings are 54 x 238 inches and 54x 180 inches in size and have been an exercise in trust, exploration, and paint.
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Use the Keypad at the off street Elevator to call 00344 for entry
Near stops for bus route 21, C, or H. Bike racks near the elevator. Street Parking
Make it a day!
Sundays are the West Seattle Farmer’s Market from 10 am - 2 pm so bring a cooler and shop your veggies, meats, and eggs for the week and then stop by the studio for art, nibbles, and drinks.
Not a morning person?
Head to the studio first and then make it a beach day on Alki (Sand! Volleyball! People watching!) or Lincoln Park (Rocks! Bald eagles! Swings!). Have drinks at Harry’s Beach House on Alki or stop by Wildwood in Fauntleroy for snacks at the Park.
Explore right in the neighborhood. Lily's Salvedorean and Mexican Food, Luna Park Cafe, and The Spot are in walking distance and Westside Bicycle is next door. Jack Block Park is a mile away and a hidden delight.
Looking forward to seeing you!
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The gift of time to concentrate and emotionally and intellectually work through my personal art practice was a gift. After years of literally working small, I created two huge canvases. One measures 17 feet long and the other 11. The time, space, and community artists and writers taught me a great deal about myself, my work, and the path forward.
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