Graphite Arts Center

Graphite Artists’ Sale - November 15th & 16th

Experience the Vibrant Energy at Graphite Arts Center and
Meet the Artists Who Work There

Graphite Arts Center Artists’ Sale Friday, Nov. 15th 1-7PM and Saturday, Nov. 16th 12-7PM. Come experience the Graphite Arts Center, nestled in the heart of the Creative District of downtown Edmonds at 202 Main Street, Edmonds WA. Graphite Arts Center Artists’ Sale offers a unique opportunity to connect with the dynamic Graphite community of hard working and dedicated artists. The Graphite Artists’ Sale will feature exceptional fine art and unique handcrafted items in various styles and media. This semi-annual event, held in November and April each year, promises an array of one-of-a-kind creations. A portion of the proceeds from this sale will benefit the non-profit, Art Start Northwest.

While at Graphite for the Artists’ Sale, guests are encouraged to visit The Gallery show “Winter Abstraction”. The Gallery at Graphite will be open both days during the sale. Regular gallery hours are: Fridays 1-5PM and Saturdays 12-4PM; daily 4-9PM with access through Charcoal Restaurant; and on the third Thursday of the month from 5-8PM during Art Walk Edmonds.

Participating artists include: Scott Anstett, Dawn Chesbro, Sarah Crumb, Jenny Duntz, Krister Eide, Rebecca Hartsook, Ken Ketchum, Judith Larsen, Missy Hancock, Tamara Lee, Dana Len, Mike O’Day, Jill Owen, Julie Perrine, Sue Robertson, Nikki Starwalker, Lisa Szilassy, and Richard Jinnan Zhang.

New Gallery Exhibit November 9, 2024 – January 4, 2025
"Winter Abstraction"
Opening reception Saturday, November 9, 7-8.30PM

Gallery hours: Fridays, 1-5PM & Saturdays, 12-4PM
Open daily with access through Charcoal Restaurant, 4-8PM
Open for Art Walk Edmonds November 21 & December 19, 5-8PM

Join us for Art Movie Night on Friday, November 8 at 7PM featuring the film "Po***ck".

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online (graphite-edmonds.org) or at the door.

Ed Harris directs and stars as Jackson Po***ck, the troubled abstract expressionist painter whose work went on to define the genre of 1950s America.

We'll also have Po***ck trivia before the show and complimentary on-theme mocktails, "Jackson Po***ck #5".

Other drinks may be purchased at Charcoal Restaurant and brought into Graphite to enjoy during the show.

We hope you can join us for this fun-filled evening!

Our sale will be here before you know it! Scott Anstett encourages Sue Robertson to hurry up. Mark your calendar and visit Graphite Artists’ Sale. Friday November 15th 1 to 7 pm and Saturday November 16th 12 to 7 pm.

Design your own holiday cards, tags and gifts. Students will make linocut art and then use the Graphite printing press to make cards, tags, wrapping paper, artwork gifts, etc. All levels are welcome to come and Make Art with Mary Olsen, founder of Art Start Northwest and owner of Graphite Arts Center.

November 6 & 13, 2024, 6:00pm-8:00pm

This is a 2 session class. No pre-requisites or experience required. All supplies are included. For: Adults 18+

$80, pre-registration required. Register at our website: graphite-edmonds.org

Direct link to registration form: https://forms.gle/jULcoj6n1jGwJS888

All classes held at Graphite Arts Center, 202 Main St., Edmonds, WA 98020

Questions? Contact: [email protected]

It took Missy (Art Start NW School Programs Manager) and her team 6 hours and three carloads to donate over 2,000 sketchbooks and lots of art supplies to our partnership schools: College Place, Chase Lake, Cedar Valley, Spruce and Lynndale elementary schools. Now, every student and teacher has access to quality art supplies.

Our goal is to keep growing this program and get into more schools! Do you want to do something like this at your school too? Email: [email protected]

A special shout out to and for volunteering your time to help deliver all of these supplies. And, thank you to for helping to support our mission and make Art Start Northwest School Program possible!

Art Walk Edmonds is THIS Thursday, October 17, 5-8PM

We are OPEN! Stop by and see the two exhibits on display at Graphite Arts Center: "Through Windows and Doors" & "Tombstone"

Upcoming Art Lecture at Graphite Arts Center - Tuesday, Oct 29, 7pm, $15

"Making it Real: How the Invention of Perspective Turned Pictures into Windows" by Artist and Art Educator, Gary Faigin

A lecture for anyone curious about how artists do what they do – turning a flat canvas into a “window” into illusionistic space.

How did such a simple idea as linear perspective confound artists for centuries? Join art expert Gary Faigin as he takes us on an entertaining history of perspective from da Vinci to Hopper, and how its discovery reshaped the art world forever. In conjunction with the exhibit Through Windows and Doors.

Visit our website to purchase tickets in advance:
graphite-edmonds.org

Direct link to ticket form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHzjn69t_AqPriUgkQI-AZ9WqvmRRePHb2Lg8lyYUGGHmlAA/viewform?pli=1

Tickets will be available at the door (if we are not sold out)

Questions? Email: [email protected]

Painting by Gary Faigin "Double Exposure"

Mark your calendar.

Teachers! Paras! Educators! Don't miss out on our next "Teach the Teacher" art workshop . Tuesday, Oct 15th from 4:30-6:30pm. We will learn about why you should use a sketchbook to deepen learning AND multiple ways to use a sketchbook to add some fun creative time for kids.

Don't have sketchbooks? Don't worry! We'll teach you how to make them too.

Register on our website: www.graphite-edmonds.org

Stop by and visit our "Tombstone" pop-up exhibit in the library area. The show features art with prominent grave markers and runs Oct 4 - Nov 2.

Graphite Arts Center hours:
Fridays 1pm-5pm and Saturdays 12pm-4pm.

This October, we are offering three "Teach the Teacher" art workshops at the Graphite Arts Center, specifically to teach teachers about incorporating art in the classroom. These workshops are available to all educators, teachers, and youth leaders. REGISTER SOON, limited space available.

To register, visit: www.graphite-edmonds

Techniques with Art Supplies and Sample Projects, Tuesday, Oct 8, 4:30-6:30pm
Using art supplies can get messy! Join us to learn how to manage art supplies and a variety of techniques for watercolor, oil pastel, collage, and charcoal/pencil drawing. You will also learn a handful of simple projects using these techniques.

Questions? Please reach out to Missy Hancock, Education Manager, at [email protected]

Join us for an Independent Study class with Mary Olsen, founder of Art Start Northwest and owner of Graphite Arts Center. You choose the medium you want to work in - acrylics, watercolors, printmaking, ink, etc.

This is an explorational class for all levels – beginner to advanced. Mary will be available for one-on-one help, questions, demonstrations and provide you with supplies.

Sign up for one class or all three. No pre-requisites or experience required. Classes do not have to be taken consecutively. All supplies are included.

Register at our website:
graphite-edmonds.org

Direct link to registration form: https://forms.gle/AxsUGtRoTkfKVBCG8

Art Start Northwest is offering three Teach the Teacher art workshops at Graphite Arts Center in October. All workshops are 2 hours and you can receive professional clock hours. REGISTER SOON, only 20 spaces are available at each workshop. Links below to register or find registrations at: www.graphite-edmonds.org

Tuesday, Oct 8, 4:30-6:30pm: Techniques with Art Supplies & Sample Projects https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfm9V5WWldfFVvtQMUnqytFnfSVnEhN9gw4r7QxftvDthy-5Q/viewform

Tuesday, Oct 15, 4:30-6:30pm: Using Sketchbooks to Deepen Learning
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdp6xor6R2gNR-8zfwQ7qmJ8kzErXNEOe6GaUL1nxOcxoYvWQ/viewform

Tuesdays, Oct 22 + Nov 12, 4:30-6:30pm: Clay Workshop - Building in 3 Dimensions
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLqV5x43B76mDNAV18U5k6E52a9STmINlNXq2E6fA4kNpDCg/viewform

Questions? Email [email protected]

Students will have the opportunity to try different drawing techniques while learning to draw trees (Oct 2), facial features (Oct 9) and perspective (Oct 16). A variety of media will be explored. This is an explorational class for all levels – beginners to advanced – everyone is welcome to come and Make Art with Mary Olsen, founder of Art Start Northwest and Graphite Arts center owner.

Sign up for one class or all three. No pre-requisites or experience required. Classes do not have to be taken consecutively. All supplies are included.

Register at our website:
graphite-edmonds.org

Registration form: https://forms.gle/5AceL4q1vexcwkW97

Join us for Community Open Studio on Thursday, September 26, 5pm-8pm. Doors open at 4:45pm. No pre-registration required. Pay at the door - $10.

B.Y.O.P. Bring Your Own Project to work on or create your own abstract watercolor with our supplies. Everyone is welcome! Students under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information visit our website: graphite-edmonds.org

Join us for an iPhone Photography workshop at Graphite Arts Center on Wednesday, Sept 25th. Pre-registration required.

For more information and to register visit our website: graphite-edmonds.org

Link to registration form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCtzEMWRNduGtV8vSdENxyrkdoN6kXF4QJ8S98qSBhz91bcQ/viewform

The Edmonds Art Studio Tour continues today from 10 to 5. We had a great time yesterday and look forward to visiting with more art patrons today. We are proud to have 12 Graphite artists on the tour. Sarah Crumb, Tamara Lee, Mike O’Day, Julie Perrine, Dana Teruya Len and Rainny Zhao are here at Graphite, studio #13. You will find Ken Ketchum and Vicki Hone Smith at the home studio of Cheryl Brown # 6 on the tour map. Carol Bolt studio # 9. Scott Anstett is a guest artist at the home of Graphite artist Sue Robertson #15. Jane Behrens at the home studio of Jennie de Mello e Souza #14. There are 18 art studios open to the public today and 38 artists total. We see how much work goes into this all volunteer organization and are proud to be a part of it.