Artist Alley
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A Midsummer Night's Community Festival
Location: Tacoma Art Museum, across the street from Tollefson Plaza
What is it? Renaissance-inspired festival and Iron Artist Competition.
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| ArtMart Artists: |
 Willow's Photographywww.willowsphotography.com Photography |
 Lisa Lamoreauxwww.lisalamoreaux.com Painting//mixed-media paintings |
 SuStudio Jewelry by Susanna Tamwww.sustudiojewelry.com Jewelry//orig. handformed metal and stone jewelry designs |
 CheyLoCreationswww.CheyLoCreations.com Wearables//handmade products for baby/toddler |
 Christine LutschgJewelry//wire-work, felting, beadweaving, assemblage "Jewelry making for me is an ongoing journey. Recently I have been focusing on adding fibers into my work and on the use of found objects combined with metal and wirework. It is all part of a process of sculpting pieces of "our" lives into unique personal embellishments rich in texture, color and symbolism." |
 Sharon Carrwww.sharoncarrstudio.com Painting//acryclic & oil painting on gallery wrapped canvas & reproductions "Vibrant, spontaneous, celebratory painting inspired by her love of color and images from the natural world, especially the orchard pond and garden. My latest work, in oil and or acrylic on canvas, is an emotional impressionistic response to my subjects. The spiritual imperative of my mid sixties is to be attentive to beauty. Painting helps me to do that." |
 Jessica Alexanderwww.jessicaalexander.net Jewelry: semi-precious, freshwater pearls, swarovski crystals. Jessica's creative vision continuously evolves in her artistic line of jewelry. Her clients delight in Jessica's sensuous and exotic expressions that seem to so closely mirror the hearts desire for articulate ornamentation. Her works range from bold declarations of panache to delicate whispers of refinement. Using only the finest sterling silver, semi-precious stones, crystals and freshwater pearls from locales such as India, Morocco and the Orient, Jessica hand-fashions these exquisite odes to opulence and elegance. |
 Between the ThreadsWearables//hand-woven bags |
 Steve Lawlerwww.stevelawlerart.com Furniture//unique, handbuilt furniture made from recycled/recovered plywood & douglass fir "I build unique, beautifully designed hand made furniture using recycled or reclaimed wood. All of the recylced plywood used is the discarded waste from cabinet and furniture shops here in Tacoma and the reclaimed wood is mostly salvaged Douglas Fir. All the finishes, glues and paints used with the furniture are non-toxic, low or no voc products. Furniture that's local, sustainable and earth-friendly." |
 Deviant: Designwww.deviantdesign.org Wearables//recycled clothing, fabrics screen printed |
 Alice AdamsJewelry//hand-hammered sterling silver wire |
| Tacoma Art Place www.TacomaArtPlace.org Multiple mediums//Members & instructors of TAP will be selling collective art. Mosaic Slam//if it doesn't move you can mosaic it! Join Sue in slamming on some pieces to a found object! Naturallyspun Spinning Demo//reconnect with the ancient art of hand-spinning. Spinning is an incredibly meditative art that takes only a short time to master and is incredibly rewarding. |
 GlassteriaMakoto Ando is a Tacoma resident and full time glass artist who likes to participate in the Tacoma art scene and encourage local art. His pieces range from $20-$800 with lots of items under $100. |
| Creative Forces Jewelry//One-of-a-kind jewelry, originals & prints of paintings/charcoals |
| Other Artists and Art Events: |
| Tacoma Glass Blowing Studio www.tacomaglassblowing.com Glass//Selling hand blown glass items | |||
| Lakewood Gallery & Framing Co. Mixed Media//Painting//Photography//Jewelry | |||
| Tacoma Philharmonic Musical artists performing each day//instrument petting zoo | |||
| Lakewood Arts Commission Jewelry//Mixed Media//Painting//Photography//Demos by Lakewood artists, includes music, multi-media "mosaics" | |||
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Manitou Art Center EtsyRain.com is a regional "street team" of artists and craftspeople from the Puget Sound region who all own and operate independent shops on Etsy.com. Our mission is to build a community where artists and craft makers in the Puget Sound area can find support and opportunities to build and grow their small businesses by participating in workshops, craft shows and social events that are facilitated by the members of EtsyRain. Etsy.com is an online marketplace where independent artists and craftspeople of all levels of experience can own and operate their own online "shops" on the Etsy.com website. Buyers of handmade art and craft will find myriad ways to search for unique handcrafted items from all over the world at the push of a button. To find artists in Western WA and the Puget Sound region, use the search term "EtsyRain" on Etsy.com! This area is for anyone involved or interested in the needle-arts: sewing, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc. It is simply a space to relax, practice your craft and meet fellow Tacoma-area lovers of fiber. There will also be a fun, interactive fiber sculpture -- a "Fiber Plant" -- that will progress throughout the two day event.
Join Metro Parks as they showcase the wonders of Raku through fiery demonstrations on the UWT campus! Finished pieces will be available for sale. Instructor Jim Gosselin is a local ceramicist who teaches at Stadium High School and through Metro Parks at SOTA. Jim will be teaching Pottery for All Levels, Teen Pottery, and Raku this Fall. Stress-Free Drawing Lessons Iron Gallery The Iron Gallery is a collaboration between the UWT and Tacoma School of the Arts. Located on the UWT campus just behind Hello Cupcake on Pacific Avenue, Iron Gallery features professional and student shows throughout the year. The gallery is curated by staff at Tacoma School of the Arts, employs UWT work study students, and provides a venue for UWT and SOTA students to learn how to hang professional shows. Find out more. The gallery opening with the artists will take place during Showcase Tacoma. Upcoming shows begin the third Thursday of each month and include:
This installation in the Tollefson water feature refers to the vulnerability of house and home in the face of natural disaster. Fulcrum Gallery presents: The Weekly Volcano presents "The Lava Tube "
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Justin Gorman
Hilltop Artists in Residence:
The Grand Cinema will be showing its 72-hour film festival all weekend in the UWT airconditioned Carwein Theater. Join The Grand as it showcases the best of what Tacoma has to offer in short film. A nonprofit art-house theater, The Grand is supported by its loyal patrons, volunteers, and members. Its mission is to enhance the cultural vitality of the community through the art of film.
On this beautiful campus, earn Bachelor's degrees, Master's degrees, certificates from liberal arts and sciences to professional programs, high technology, education and more. Check out what UWT has to offer, especially in the arts!
Dionne Bonner: 
The Helm Gallery presents:
| Kids Art Zone: |
Children's Museum of Tacoma
Join us for fun for the whole family!
Degas' Dancers (mixed media puppets) - Using the dancers seen in the works of artist Edgar Degas as inspiration, kids will create amazing, twirling, silhouette puppets.
Downtown Summer Arts Programs
The Tacoma School of the Arts and Metro Parks Tacoma are partnering to provide hands-on exploration of art through instruction and workshops. Pick up an activity guide and chat with instructors and staff about how you can engage in art classes and activities throughout Tacoma's downtown!
Sample class offerings and secure your spot in an ongoing class. Sign up at this booth and receive a discount on Metro Parks classes. Find us located next to the Metro Parks Tacoma Performance Stage.
Children's Zone with Rachael Dotson
Let your child's imagination create and perform in Tacoma Showcase's magical puppet theatre. Kid's can make their own sock puppet and then perform a story or song for their family and friends in the amazing puppet theatre. They can also put themselves on display with their own colorful paper-hat creations.
Family Pottery
Kids can squish their fingers through the clay and practice building small objects with the help of Metro Parks Instructor Cynthia Snyder. Cynthia will teach Family Pottery, Teen Pottery (on Saturdays), and Fused Glass classes this Fall.
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Children can make Olympic-themed crafts, specifically Olympic torches and medals.
| Chalk Art: |
Keep your head down to follow the chalk art ground murals installed on sidewalks throughout the UW Tacoma campus and Tollefson Plaza. Watch SOTA students and alumni work from copies of classic historical masterpieces and originals to transform otherwise gray walkways into vibrant pieces of art.
Keep your head down to follow the chalk art ground murals installed upon sidewalks throughout Tacoma's Museum District and the University of Washington-Tacoma campus.
Watch as 13 local and regional chalk artists work from copies of classic historical masterpieces and originals to transform otherwise gray walkways into vibrant pieces of art.
Group Chalk sponsored by Tacoma Art Supply
A progressive chalk drawing on the face of 17th Street (Saturday only)
Leave your mark (in chalk) Tacoma
Saturday, Aug. 9
Kick-off chalking from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. All-day participation encouraged.
Between Tollefson Plaza & the UWT campus
Frost Park Friday Chalk-off regulars invite you to join them in a special Saturday chalking extravaganza. Find out more.
| Entertainment: |
Stage Schedules:
Don't miss it! Three outdoor stages plus a Poetry stage!
Three stages of music along with a Poetry stage are sure to please all Showcase visitors.
Check out the Main Stage, Club SOTA Stage, Metro Parks Tacoma Performance Stage and poetry at the Keystone Auditorium.
| SHOWCASE YOUR TALENT !!
Click! Cable TV and the Grand Cinema are proud to present "Showcase Your Talent" at this year's Showcase Tacoma event. You have two (2) minutes to be filmed in front of the camera to show your talent to Tacoma. All submissions of talent will be eligible to be played back on Click! ON Demand courtesy of the Grand Cinema. All talent is subject to approval by the Grand Cinema to be shown on Click! On Demand. Please bring all types of talent from dance, singing to juggling. |
Puget Sound Revels:
"Puget Sound Revels builds community through the arts using traditional music, dance, and drama drawn from many cultures. We offer theater productions (including our core event, The Christmas Revels®), seasonal celebrations, and educational opportunities for all ages. For ShowcaseTacoma a small Revels chorus will sing traditional summer songs, pub songs, sea songs and will involve the audience in singing some rounds and refrains with them. We are all singers!"
Tacoma Fashion Explosion presented by
UrbanXchange, Embellish Salon, ChipShot Photography
University of Puget Sound School of Community Music - Two of our enrolled summer ensembles will perform chamber music.
New South Sound Mythology: Original fables in the old story spinning tradition
Do you know Vashon has a hidden village? How did Tacoma's Strawberry Hill really get its name? The City Council Chambers have trap doors to where? Storyteller Kali Kucera spins new and evocative tales in the ancient tradition of crafting mythology to appreciate the world around us. Come imagine yourself around the campfire or sitting in the skiff as you hear dramatic and colorful fables about local places and personalities.
Roosevelt Dancers: Cambodian Classical/Folk Dance
The Roosevelt Dancers, a multicultural youth dance group, love to perform the beautiful classical and lively folk dances of Cambodian, which were almost lost forever during the Khmer Rouge Regime. The group is committed to continuing to preserve these dances from the various regions of Cambodia and share them with others. They perform at schools, festivals, community & special events, cultural celebrations, and other venues, with 18-25 performances a year.
Free Ya Mind Spoken Word
Free Ya Mind Production and Management will be featuring a variety of local Spoken Word Artists and Poets, as well as scouting for urban talent hosting several open mic slots for community members to showcase their skills. The Free Ya Mind mission is to be a catalyst for conscious expression; to bridge the gap between business & organizations and urban entertainment by using the vehicle of literary and visual arts that promote public discussion, creativity, unity, economic empowerment and social change.
Shakespeare in the Parking Lot
Friday, Aug 8 at 5:15- 6pm at the Tacoma Art Museum
Saturday August 9 at 2pm South 17th Street between Pacific Avenue and UW-Tacoma's artist alley.
Shakespeare In the Parking Lot is proud to open it's ninth year with The Tempest: Tall Ship Love and Caliban's Revenge. Watch the traditional take on William Shakespeare's "The Tempest" with "Tall Ship Love" a classic tale of love, betrayal and forgiveness. Or catch the sequel to "Tall Ship Love" with "Caliban's Revenge" a tragic comedy of survival. As always Shakespeare In the Parking Lot will engage the audience in the play so be ready to be a duke or a fairy spirit!
Apply for a free library card from the Tacoma Public Library! Design and create your very own Tacoma Public Library baseball cap.
An Imaginary Theater Company presents: The Doctor In Spite of Himself
A farce by Moliere
Directed by David Domkoski
A bawdy, rowdy, slaptick farce about a woodcutter mistaken for a learned doctor. Add a pinch of ill-starred lovers, a pugnacious wife, a tenacious father, a wet nurse and laugh-a-minute comedy of epic (well, almost) proportions. Suitable for all ages.
MPT Performance Stage: Friday 1:45-2:30pm and Saturday 2:30-3:00pm
Artist in the Round - the round is 3 songwriters on stage with slam poets and live painters while an audience sits in rapt attention. This round features Pablo Trucker and John Van Deusen from Seattle, and Tacoma's Phil O'Sullivan. Josh Rizeberg will be the poet. Appearing on the Club SOTA Stage from 7-9 pm on Saturday.
Last Updated: Jan 28, 2009 3:24 PM