Each year after Children's Art Walk, Allied Arts temporarily closes our doors to clean, sort overflow donations, and reorganize our facility. You might still see us inside if you walk by, but the gallery and thrift store will not be open, and we won't be taking any donations during this time. We appreciate your patience and we look forward to seeing you all in June!
We had some great conversations last night at our community round table, thank you to everyone who took the time to come talk with us and dream up a better future for local arts!
Our second session is tomorrow (May 14th) at 6pm, and there are still open seats if you haven't RSVP'd yet. Link in our bio.
#bellinghamart #localart #artcommunity
We are listening.
Allied Arts of Whatcom County is hosting two small, facilitated community conversations at Hotel Leo to better understand what the arts community needs now and in the future.
We are inviting artists, educators, nonprofit leaders, business owners, and community members to help shape the direction of Allied Arts as we update our strategic plan.
These conversations are designed to bring a range of perspectives into the room and strengthen the role the arts play across Whatcom County.
Link to sign up is in our bio, we hope to see you next week!
Tonight is Children's Art Walk! We've got art from thousands of students up in dozens of businesses around town. We've also got some exciting entertainment scheduled, both at our gallery and at @thehotelleo . @firecat.quinn will be spinning poi at Allied Arts throughout the evening, and @christianannesmith and Andy Koch will doing two puppet show across the street. We hope to see you in a few hours!
Nearly all the art from RARE has been retrieved today, and we're gearing up for Children's Art Walk this Friday! Children's art is going up all over town this week and we'll even have some performances and entertainment to highlight First Friday. Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more!
Artist Feature: Barrett Lizza
At Allied Arts we are committed to uplifting artists and celebrating their stories. A few weeks ago we stopped by Barrett Lizza’s studio/shop for a tour and short interview. During our chat, Barrett shared a bit about his inspirations and how he survives as an artist.
If you are interested in seeing Barrett's work for yourself, you can stop by Allied Arts and see his work featured in our Recycled Art and Resource Expo this April or visit his shop in Fairhaven.
#art #assemblage #recycledart
Upcoming Artist Feature: Barrett Lizza
Barrett is an assemblage artist who has shown his work at the Recycled Art and Resource Expo for several years. We caught up with him in his studio for a short interview. Full video available now!
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Learn the basics of ceramic hand building with this workshop for the whole family. We'll make beautiful and functional mugs along with other small kitchen items like condiment bowls and spoon rests, while exploring slab work, coiling and pinch pot techniques. In this three-part workshop, we will create items during the first sessions then glaze what we've made on the last session. The class can work for all ages creating together, creating unique functional ware you can use for years to come. This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission and is FREE to veterans, military members, guard, reserves, kids older than 6, spouses/partners and caregivers. Sessions are Thursdays 5:30-7:00pm, April 23rd , 30th, and May 7th. Sign up through the link in our bio!
R.A.R.E Exhibit kicks off tonight at @alliedartsofwhatcomcounty , running through this month!
Come celebrate the show's opening! 5pm-9pm. Hope to see you there! 😉 #bellinghamart #assemblyart #downtownbellingham
This Friday is the opening night for the Recycled Art and Reuse Expo!
RARE celebrates the creative use of recycled pieces through a juried art exhibit at Allied Arts Gallery. We also spotlight art organizations and facilities promoting sustainability. Our goal for this exhibit is to educate the community on the ways art contributes to sustainability, and to leave you with new and resourceful ideas that highlight the importance of creative reuse.
Come enjoy our Jewelry Box Decorating Workshop for First Western Wednesday Out on Wednesday, April 1st 5-7p.m. at 1213 Cornwall Ave Allied Arts Gallery! Attendance is free, and donations are welcome. Make friends and enjoy art-making in community. ALL MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED including boxes, collage/decoupage materials, stickers, decorative papers, and more!
Rescheduled!
FREE CLASS!!!
Feel the Burn! Woodburning Workshop taught by Forrest Chel Explore the basics of woodburning! In this class, you will learn how to source and prepare wood, transfer designs, and essential tips and tricks to woodburning. With an approachable introduction to an often-challenging medium, everyone can have fun and create their own woodburning designs. Three Session Class: April 1st, 8th, and 15th!
No previous skills required, wood and woodburning tools provided. This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission and is free to veterans, military members, guard, reserves, their spouses/partners and caregivers. Sign up at the link in our bio!
