West Seattle Art Walk

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It’s the dog days of summer. It’s still warm enough to stroll from art show to art show but the nip is in the air. There’s still time to walk along California Avenue, enjoy the beautiful hanging baskets, marvel at all the great artwork while sipping a cool drink and snacking on delicacies provided by the over 40 participating, local businesses before it’s back to school and fall. Mark your calendars to join us Thursday August 14th! Also, make sure to enjoy a wide variety of “Art Walk Specials” at 20 cozy bars, restaurants and cafes (see map below) while viewing the evening art walk.

This post’s hero artwork is by Amy M. Douglas. Amy’s art is showing this month at West Seattle Grounds .

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Please note: We will be updating the businesses and their artists as the week goes on. Please check back before Second Thursday evening!

Can’t Join on August 14th? Our photography team will be covering some of the receptions and will post photos and a recap in a post on our Facebook and Instagram accounts. Check out the social accounts of your favorite exhibiting business – they may post photos or video, too!

We also want to remind our Art Lovers that this event is powered by our participating artists, businesses, and restaurants. Thank you for all you do to celebrate our vibrant art scene in West Seattle!

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Click here to view the Google map for businesses that are open and exhibiting.

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Featured Q3 Artist! Congratulations to our second quarter featured artist, Drew Dost. The West Seattle Arts Council loved the summery color palette and composition of the beach shells and stones in this image. Drew will be showing at West Seattle Realty in the Admiral district during August’s artwalk and NOR Design & Construction in the Morgan Junction for September’s artwalk.

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Don’t miss the wonderful musical performances during the August 14th Art Walk!

Art of Music @ August 14 Art Walk·

The upcoming August 14 West Seattle Art Walk will feature free admission Art of Music events in the Admiral District, Alaska Junction, and Morgan Junction

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Fae Wiedenhoeft @ West Seattle Grounds in the Admiral District

Larry Murante @ John L. Scott Real Estate West Seattle in the Alaska Junction

Belle Shea and Selena Tibert @ Due’ Cucina in the Alaska Junction

Westside Jazz Trio (Frequent Performers at The Alley Bruce Barnard (Guitar), Michael Olivola (Bass), Jeff Ferguson (Drums) @ Bonjour Vietnam (Pho and Banh Mi in a Casual Atmosphere) in the Alaska Junction

Stephcynie @ Beveridge Place Pub in the Morgan Junction

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OUR PERFORMERS

August 14 Fae Wiedenhoeft @ West Seattle Grounds in the Admiral District

A Musical Journey Delivered With a Velvet Voice, a Hearty Laugh, and the Traditions of the Celtic Winds

Click here for Fae Wiedenhoeft’s flier. Click here to listen to music performed by Fae Wiedenhoeft.

With a velvet voice, a hearty laugh, and the traditions of the Celtic winds, Fae Wiedenhoeft (pronounced Wee-den-hauft) takes her listeners on a musical journey through history and tradition. Fae is an award-winning songwriter. Her finely crafted tunes and classically trained voice are loved and revered by many across the globe. Her songs tangle truth, whimsy, and the passions of the human heart. She creates a beautiful escape from the ordinary with her traditional sounding compositions, singable choruses, and heart-breaking melodies. She is also an accomplished musician as she accompanies herself with guitar, mandolin, accordion, banjo, bodhran, and penny whistle! She has toured through 10 countries and often performs with her band SeaStar. Fae is also a music teacher who hosts lessons and workshops in voice, guitar, ukulele, and songwriting. www.jetbutterfly.com, www.facebook.com/faesings, www.instagram.com/faesings, www.seastar1.bandcamp.com 

Three Performances Will Take Place in the Alaska Junction on August 14 ! Click here for the Alaska Junction Art of Music poster.

August 14 Larry Murante @ John L. Scott Real Estate West Seattle in the Alaska Junction

Award-Winning Performer With a Soaring, Mellifluous Tenor Voice, Strong Rythmic Guitar Style, and an Engaging Stage Presence

Click here for Larry Murante’s poster. Click here to listen to music performed by Larry Murante. Click here to view a video of Larry Murante performing.

Singer-songwriter Larry Murante is well known for his soaring, mellifluous tenor, strong rhythmic guitar style, and engaging stage presence. He performs both originals and cover tunes. His award-winning original songs feature beautifully woven stories about everyday folks. They combine compassionate, socially conscious lyrics with an upbeat, joyful folk-rock style.  Larry’s music is reminiscent of Jackson Brown, Lyle Lovett, and Marc Cohn. His extensive repertoire of originals and classic covers can be tailored to audiences at festivals, wineries, restaurants, pubs, private events, radio interviews, and house concerts.  In the past 10 years, Larry Murante has won more than 18 awards in US and international competitions for songwriting and performance, including Grand Prize Winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Other awards include the West Coast Songwriters Song Contest and the Great American Song Contest (see full list). His fourth CD release, Patch of Sky, has garnered critical acclaim and radio airplay in both the US and Europe.

August 14 Belle Shea and Selena Tibert @ Due’ Cucina in the Alaska Junction

A Blend of Alternative Rock/Folk Music With Weaving Harmonies, Introspective Lyricism, and Rich Doubled Guitars

Click here for Belle Shea and Selena Tibert’s poster. Click here to listen to music performed by Belle Shea (scroll down). Click here to listen to music performed by Selena Tibert (scroll down). Click here for a video of Belle Shea and Selena Tibert performing together. 

Belle Shea is an independent alternative songwriter in Brooklyn, NY. Her music has been called “a masterclass in vulnerability” (B Side Guys) and comes recommended by Steve Ferrone, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer on his SIRIUSXM radio show (“Go listen to it. You’ll remember it.”). Part of the Breedlove Guitars Pro Artist program, she has been featured as one of the Official Bands at NAMM ’25, at Ladybug Music Festival 2025, in American Songwriter magazine as the winner of the “May Flowers” feature and again as one of the top 25 songs of the 2023 Song Contest.

Selena Tibert is an alternative folk artist and musician based in Brooklyn, New York. Grounded in expertly crafted musical arrangements with a clear, rich vocal, her songs pulse with modern jazz and 70s folk influence. In June of 2024, Selena Tibert released her debut EP, The Fool. The record was produced, arranged, and engineered entirely by Tibert, and received praise across independent music media: York Calling dubbed it “a triumph, expertly bringing together emotional stories with unconventional instrumental arrangements.”

Together, Belle Shea and Selena Tibert play nuanced, lyrical arrangements that emphasize each others’ strengths. They play a blend of alternative rock/folk music with weaving harmonies, introspective lyricism, and rich doubled guitars. They have shared the stage at Ladybug Festival 2025 (featuring only women-fronted artists) and as part of their four-part all-girl Americana band The Diamond Spur Rodeo.

Belle Shea 

Selena Tibert

August 14 Westside Jazz Trio @ Bonjour Vietnam (Pho and Banh Mi in a Casual Atmosphere) in the Alaska Junction

Performing Jazz Standards, Old Standards, and Latin Gems With a Wide Range of Individual Expression and Group Interplay

Click here for the Westside Jazz Trio poster.

The Westside Jazz Trio has been performing every Monday at The Alley in the Junction for over two years.  Small group improvisation with careful listening offers these experienced musicians a wide range of individual expression and group interplay.  Repertoire includes jazz standards from the greats (Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter), old standards, and Latin gems (Antonio Carlos Jobim).

Guitarist Bruce Barnard, originally from the Detroit area, earned a BA in Fine Arts/Jazz Guitar from Oakland University where he became an active voice on the local scene.  After relocating to Seattle in the early 1980’s, he taught privately and at Shoreline CC.  Adept at many styles, Bruce has performed in dance/party bands, small jazz groups, with vocalists, and as a soloist.  He is a co-founder of the Seattle Jazz Guitar Society, which hosts monthly jam sessions for its members.  Bruce plays two types of guitars in the trio. In addition to straight-ahead jazz using an archtop electric guitar, Bruce’s interest in Brazilian and Cuban music showcases his skill with the nylon string guitar.

Michael Olivola is a bassist who’s been performing in the Pacific Northwest for the last seven years.  He previously lived and played music in New York, San Francisco and New Mexico.  Some of the well-known musicians he has worked with include Larry Coryell, Onaje Allan Gumbs, Mike Clark, Charlie Palmieri, Eddie Daniels, Kenny Davern, Rita Moreno, and Charo, to name a few.

From an early age, Jeff Ferguson has yearned to spend time in the company of musicians.  A self-educated practitioner of the American drum set*, Jeff has to date, mastered the single ratamacue, double paradiddle and flamtap.  Diligent, focused practice has brought him to the brink of mastering the classic “Wipe Out” drum solo, still a work in progress.  He long ago learned the importance of proper technique, realizing that it’s not about pounding the drums, or even beating them, but instead slamming them.  Jeff’s skill with drum slamming has enabled him to hang out with many musicians over the years, usually for one performance at a time.

*A collection of membranophones and metal objects struck with sticks using all five limbs.

Bruce Barnard

Michael Olivola

Jeff Ferguson

August 14 Stephcynie @ Beveridge Place Pub in the Morgan Junction

Billboard-Featured Artist with a Smoky Tone and Soulful Vibrato, Blending Jazz Phrasing with a Soulful Punch

Click here for Stephcynie’s flier. Click here to listen to music performed by Stephcynie.

Stephcynie is a Billboard-featured artist whose music has been featured on Netflix television.  She combines her smoky tone, soulful vibrato, technical prowess and jazz training to deliver raw, vulnerable, authentic sounds. Influenced by Sarah Vaughn, John Mayer, Israel Houghton, and Jill Scott, she is a storyteller whose love of songwriting began at age nine. Stephcynie continues to build her own career as a solo artist, with 2 EP’s and several singles, while lending her vocals to 10-time Grammy Nominee Eric Church, legendary Grammy and Oscar Award winner Christopher Cross, and featured performances with Wynonna Judd, Maren Morris, Vince Gill, John Oates, The CMA’s and more. Her resiliency, determination and talent are why she is an in-demand vocalist with a solid, bankable foundation on the music scene. Her sound artfully incorporates classic influences into a modern, genre-defying musical hybrid. Blending jazz phrasing with a soulful punch, her genre-melding style offers a refreshing musical perspective. Whether conveying heartfelt emotion or uplifting spirituality, her vocal versatility stands out.

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Each musician will be performing family-friendly content for 90 minutes at their Art of Music event, from 6:00 pm to 7:45 pm, with one 15-minute break at the midway point.

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ALKI AVENUE

West Seattle Arcade

2758 Alki Ave SW

West Seattle Arcade will not be participating in Art Walk this month.

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Gary’s Place

2820 Alki Ave SW

Gary’s Place will not be participating in Art Walk this month.

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Log House Museum

3003 61st Ave SW

MeMo INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm Artist will not be in attendance.

Learn more about Memo’s work on their Website.

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ADMIRAL JUNCTION

Brought to you by the Admiral Neighborhood Association

Be sure to check out food and beverage Art Walk participants in the Admiral Junction!

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West Seattle Grounds

2141 California Ave SW

Amy M. Douglas INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

Salvaging Seattle

Amy M. Douglas is a West Seattle artist known for her hand-pulled screen prints, linoleum block prints, and vibrant collages and paintings. Her work captures treasured Seattle institutions, past and present, and invites viewers to recall their own experiences in these cherished community spaces.

To learn more about Amy’s work on her Instagram and Website.

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Hawthorne Massage and self care

2237 California Ave SW

Hawthorne Massage and Self Care will not be participating in Art Walk this month.

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The Good Society Brewery and Public House

2701 California Ave SW, Unit A

Amanda Whitworth BUSINESS HOUR DISPLAY ONLY

Sawdust and Soul

Amanda Whitworth, the artist behind “Sawdust and Soul”, is a Seattle-based artist. She began woodworking as a therapeutic outlet after being diagnosed with a rare form of metastatic cancer in 2017. Her passion for woodworking evolved from a hobby to a business where she reimagines wood into unique, one of a kind pieces inspired by the Pacific Northwest. On her Instagram and YouTube, Amanda shares her artistic process, cancer journey, and personal growth, aiming to inspire others to pursue their passions fearlessly.

Learn more about Amanda’s work on her Instagram, Facebook, and Website.

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West Seattle Realty (Art walk Partner)

2715 California Ave SW

Drew Dost INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm. Drew is the Q3 featured artist of the West Seattle Art walk.

Drew Dost is a painter based in Renton, Washington, known for
her nature-inspired artwork that highlights the beauty in everyday
moments. Drew’s work spans original nature paintings, pet
portraits, murals, and other public art. She has received
recognition through multiple local art awards and explores themes
of love, connection, growth, and wonder through her work.

Learn more about Drew’s work on their Instagram and Website.

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Dragonfly Yoga and Pilates

3270 California Ave sw

Also, presenting DJ Phil Anthony with Seattle House Mafia will be spinning for your musical enjoyment. Seattle House Mafia’s Instagram.

Jan Brown INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

Jan Brown’s art is mixed media with a plethora of different types of art making with multimedia tools, abstract, art, landscaping, flowers, pop, art, and random political painting statements she believes that art should make someone feel wonderful uncomfortable, and no words .

Jan Brown is a dynamic mixed media artist whose work transcends traditional boundaries, exploring the intersection of various art forms. With a passion for abstract art, landscaping, and floral themes, Jan employs a diverse array of multimedia tools to create vibrant, thought-provoking pieces. Her unique approach blends pop art influences with spontaneous political statements, inviting viewers to engage with the complexities of contemporary life. Jan believes that art should evoke a spectrum of emotions, from wonder to discomfort, challenging the viewer to reflect deeply. Her philosophy is rooted in the idea that art transcends words; it speaks through color, form, and texture, creating an immersive experience. Each piece is a testament to her belief in the power of art to provoke thought and inspire dialogue, while simultaneously bringing joy and beauty into the world. Jan offers commission pieces tailored to individual tastes. By walking into your home and engaging in conversation, she captures your preferences and inspirations, ultimately creating a personalized artwork that resonates with you. Join Jan on this artistic journey, where every artwork tells a story, and every experience is an invitation to feel, reflect, and connect. 

Learn more about Jan’s work on her Instagram.

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WEND Jewelry

3278 California Ave SW

K. Lobdell INDOOR SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm. The artist cannot attend this month’s reception.

Pop-up shop by Simple Goodness Sisters. They will be selling their delicious and locally made drink syrups for cocktails and mocktails – for example – Berry Sage Syrup! Copies of their recently published book, “”Drink Your Garden”” will also available for purchase.https://simplegoodnesssisters.com/

Achieving Ataraxia

Achieving Ataraxia explores the pursuit of inner resilience and peace through color and texture. Using cold wax and oil paints, I create layered, intuitive compositions inspired by nature. Each color serves a purpose—earth tones ground us, blues and greens soothe, and deeper hues invite reflection. Through the tactile qualities of cold wax, I invite the viewer to pause and engage. This work seeks to capture the tranquility that nature offers and the emotional power that specific colors bring to our lives. I invite you to get lost in an image and find your own sense of ataraxia.

Learn more about K.Lobdell’s work on her Instagram and Website. Learn more about Wend’s events on their Facebook and Website.

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JETT Landscape Architecture + Design

3445 California Ave SW

Patricia Exworthy ARTIST OPEN STUDIO 5pm-8pm

Patricia Exworthy is an artist who has spent decades learning, teaching and celebrating art. Watercolor, pen/ink and colored pencil drawings constitute the foundation of her portfolio, though she also enjoys crafting and creating mixed media pieces. During the pandemic, she brought special attention to her work and focused on the healing aspects of art. “I can only produce artwork when I feel joyful,” Patricia says. That joy is apparent in her colorful drawings of mushrooms, the calm landscapes in her watercolors and line art portraits that echo wire art creations.

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avid builders

4141 California ave SW

Sandra Simpson INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5:30pm-8pm

Sandy works with encaustic wax on wood panels. Come see her intricate and enchanting pieces.

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ALASKA JUNCTION

Brought to you by the West Seattle Junction Association

Be sure to check out food and beverage Art Walk participants in the Alaska Junction!

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LARS GESING FINE ART NATURE IMAGES

4413 42ND AVE SW

Lars Gesing will not be showing at Art Walk this month.

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John L. Scott West Seattle (ART WALK PARTNER)

4445 California Ave SW

Stephanie Scott INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm. 

Stephanie Scott is an abstract oil painter living and working in Seattle, WA. Her vivid geometric work is made of symbolic color and hard edged shapes with a hint of gold leaf. Each painting takes a deep emotional subject, translating it into precise gradients and thoughtfully measured lines. 

Learn more about Stephanie’s work on her Instagram, Facebook, and Website.

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Verity Credit Union (Art Walk Partner)

4505 California Ave SW

Jonarra Swanson INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

Based in Seattle, Washington, contemporary artist Jonarra Swanson uses her creative practice to drive meaningful change, solve problems, and strengthen community bonds. Her introduction into the arts was like anyone, as a child she was creating colorful landscapes on coloring book pages and homemade greeting cards for loved ones. Now, she is a self taught artist whose work is a fusion of poetry, expressionism and figurativism.  With a passion for human connection, she delves into the intricate balance of self-expression and community connection, seeking to capture the profound essence of humanity. Her compelling work champions the idea that our universal human experience is the bedrock for equality, inviting viewers to perceive the inherent flow of connection among all people. Jonarra’s commitment to fostering connection extends beyond her personal art. She regularly teaches art to youth and adults, contributes to city murals, exhibits in group shows, and creates high-quality commissioned pieces. Further demonstrating her dedication to community and empowerment, Jonarra founded MUVA, a unique consignment retail space in Seattle that supports creative mothers by giving them a vital platform to sell their work and expand their entrepreneurial venture.
As her career grows, so does a community who honors connection, love and growth.

To learn more about Jonarra’s work on her Instagram.

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Snip it’s

4506 California AVe sw

Rafiki Hamilton INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

FIKI IN FOCUS

I’m Rafiki, the creator behind FikiInFocus. I’m a Seattle-based photographer and videographer who loves capturing moments that feel real—whether it’s the intensity of a game, the energy of the streets, or the behind-the-scenes details most people miss. My goal is to tell stories through my lens, bringing emotion and life into every photo and video I make.

Earlier this year, my self-portrait art piece was featured in the Seattle Art Museum. I also received a ceramics award during my 8th grade middle school promotion, which encouraged me to keep exploring different forms of art and storytelling.

Learn more about Rafiki’s work on his Instagram and Website.

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vain

4513 California Ave SW

The Phoenix and The Fool and Gritty Jewelry INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

Featuring pop-ups by The Phoenix and The Fool (tarot-inspired fragrances) and Gritty Jewelry. Also featured, new pieces from local art legend Carrie Brazil. Add in hair sparkle specials, snacks, mocktails and free spins on the Wheel of Fortune and you’ve got the perfect evening.

Learn more about The Phoenix and The Fool’s work on their Instagram.

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Quail Park of West Seattle (Art Walk Partner)

4515 41st Ave SW

We are featuring a variety of works from our residents at Quail Park Memory Care of West Seattle BUSINESS HOUR DISPLAY ONLY 9am – 5pm. Artists will not be in attendance.

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Rush Hour

4517 California Ave SW

Artsy Ears INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

Living life as an artist 

Living life as an artist creativity is a life expression from within, love using acrylic. Pairing bright and bold colours together, using different methods of textures, also art can be  Transformed into different mediums. So come out to celebrate with us and live in creativity at Artsy Ears 

Learn more about Artsy Ear’s work on her Instagram.

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Capers Home

4525 California Ave SW

Jacqui Beck, Leslie Nan Moon, and Linda Voelker INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm till late.

Three Seattle women artists.
Three unique mediums.
Acrylics/mixed media, linocut, and encaustic.
Something for everyone!

Learn more about Jacqui’s work on her Instagram. Learn more about Leslie’s work on her Instagram. Learn more about Linda’s work on her Instagram.

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COMPASS West Seattle REAL ESTATE

4531 CALIFORNIA AVE SW

Colton Haveson INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

The World Through Colton’s Eyes 

I have discovered my passion for photography while working with my mentor, my
Grandfather. In the past year, I have captured a collection of stunning images I like to
share with my community. My work is making the ordinary, extraordinary. On my recent
trip to Europe, I was inspired by the beauty of ancient buildings, streets and even dark
ally ways. I am only 11 years old, however I feel that I have a great eye & learn more
every day. My Grandfather is very talented and has taught me about the correct lens to
use and lighting. We often go out and take pictures together. I do all my own editing
and framing. My portraits vary from my recent travels, daily life in West Seattle and
sometimes I capture beautiful candid shots of my family. Looking forward to sharing my
collection with the West Seattle community. My Mom & Dad are both entrepreneurs, and
they have taught me to dream big! Join me to check out what I have seen behind my
lens!

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Discovery Shop

4535 California Ave SW

Sindi Somers INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5:00pm-8:00pm

Sindi is excited to be back at Discovery Shop, and a part of this month’s art walk! Sindi is an abstract painter and loves working with color and texture. She enjoys playing with paint and letting her paintings happen freely in the present moment. Instead of pre-planning, she begins a piece of work and keeps going until it seems finished. Making art is a blissful form of meditation for Sindi. She hopes that sharing her art will help bring others joy, just as creating it does for her. 

Learn more about Sindi’s work on her Instagram, Website, and Facebook.

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therapeutic associates West Seattle Physical Therapy

4532 42nd SW

Rodolfo Rios Garza INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

Early in my career, my work was Impressionist in style, soft in color and composition. It has often been described as having a Zen feeling, possibly due in part to an unconscious underlying Asian style that infuses my paintings. Yet, there is a starkness to my work that draws you to another place and time. My recent works are created to elicit thought, to touch on a range of moods and emotions, from joy and peace, to solace, sadness, aloneness and loneliness, in both realistic and abstract form. My use of Spanish and English in the titles is a reflection of the two cultures I live in.

Learn more about Rodolfo’s work on his Website.

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Emerald water anglers

4707 california ave sw

Cody Esp INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-9pm

My name is Cody, and I am an artist primarily working in paint. I hold a degree in Fine Art and Feminism from Humboldt State University (2011). My artistic journey has evolved from early work and small commissions after graduation to a focus on watercolor painting, which allowed me to dedicate more time to my art.

In 2022, I expanded my practice to include mural painting. Since completing my first city-commissioned mural at the local skate park, I have undertaken five additional city murals and eight private commissions. My mural work frequently incorporates themes of hands, flowers, and the mountain landscape. I pride myself on my adaptability and my commitment to understanding and fulfilling the vision of my clients. I have experience painting on diverse surfaces, both indoors and outdoors, ranging from smooth walls to corrugated metal. Clients consistently describe me as easy to collaborate with, enthusiastic, and efficient, with many returning for subsequent projects within six months, which I believe speaks to the value and impact of my artwork.

To learn more about Cody’s work on her Instagram and Website.

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Easy Street Records & Cafe

4559 California Ave SW

Sinister Six INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 6pm-9pm

Sinister Six Live at Easy Street!

James Burdyshaw (64 Spiders, Catbutt) was already a legend in the Seattle music scene when he formed The Sinister Six in 1991 with vocalist Doug White.
The new quartet found themselves under the influence of garage band luminaries like The Sonics, Doug, Brother James…Bassist Erik Stockinger and drummer Jeffrey Warden showcase a hard garage rock style intertwined with blues elements.

Learn more about Sinister Six’s work on their Facebook and Website. Learn more about this show on Easy Street’s Website.

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ARTSWEST (Art Walk Partner)

4711 CALIFORNIA AVE SW

Thoa Nguyen BUSINESS HOUR DISPLAY 2pm – 7pm.

Musings of Color

My paintings are about the pleasure of seeing, a celebration of light, atmosphere and mood.  My emerging work conveys a sense of movement and energy.  My painting has been an experimental journey rooted in intuition. Drawing inspiration form both urban and natural vistas, my process is highly spontaneous – When I connect deeply with a subject, I paint quickly, translating my thoughts and emotions directly onto the canvas.  When I allow myself to play and as a result, I gain a spirit of deliberation with intention and expression.  My hope is that my art is transmittable with my personal impression that transcribe my experience to share with the viewers.

Thoa Nguyen came to the United States in 1975 as an 11-year-old refugee from Vietnam during the fall of Saigon. She grew up in Denver Colorado, and moved to Seattle WA in the late 90’s. She earned my Bachelor of Arts degree at Metropolitan State University of Denver in 1989. Her Art degree served as a solid foundation, as it introduced a range of art mediums and styles, as well as the impact of visual communication. Thoa was a restauranteur for 30 years, in 2020 start to paint again due to the Covid pandemic as result in her early retirement in which she purely dedicates herself to art. Thoa concept of art is heavily influenced by Impressionism. Subjects are based on real-life scenes, objects, and people. Through her painting, she enjoys injecting energy and vibrancy into these everyday subjects.

Learn more about Thoa’s work on her Instagram and Website. Learn more about this exhibit on ArtsWest’s Events page.

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Windermere West Metro Real Estate (Art walk partner)

4526 California Ave SW

Lisa Eul INDOOR SHOW & RECEPTION 5:30pm-8pm.

Fearless Chapter

Who needs an autobiography when you can paint your life?  My story shows up in layers – California kid, my families wild adventure living in Southeast Asia, and now this moment – rooted, fearless, embracing the wisdom of age.   

The canvases in the “Fearless Chapter” series are unapologetically large, but no longer overwhelming.  They hang loose with raw edges or stretched tight – either way, they make a statement. Say yes to bold, raw, fearless art.

Learn more about Lisa’s work on her Instagram and Website.

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Jet City Labs (art walk Partner)

4547 California Avenue

Artist Pop Up Market INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION from 5pm-8pm.

The West Seattle art walk has long been a space for creativity, but it’s time for something new. Emerge: is a fresh, rotating showcase of local artists, bringing new energy and perspectives to the scene each month at Jet City Labs. Happening alongside the art walk, this curated series highlights emerging and established local talent, featuring everything from paintings and mixed media to digital art and installations—all in a relaxed, welcoming space. Whether you’re here to discover new work, meet the artists, or just enjoy the night’s atmosphere, Emerge: is a space to connect, explore, and celebrate the creativity in our community.

Learn more about Jet City’s Pop Up Market on their Eventbrite site.

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Junction 47

4700 California Ave SW

Junction 47 will not be participating in Art Walk this month.

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Walter’s Wine Shop

4811 California Ave SW

Cleopatra Cutler BUSINESS HOUR DISPLAY 4pm – 10pm

Cleopatra Cutler is a working artist in West Seattle who transforms photos into paintings and murals, a service she offers on commission. Cleopatra loves to paint slice of life and paints in pursuit of a world enriched and healed by us. 

Learn more about Cleopatra’s work on her Instagram and Website. Learn more about this event on Walter’s Wine Instagram.

“The Adventures of Walter,” follows the namesake of Walter’s Wine Shop and is painted to lift spirits by modeling a world akin to the children’s books Frog and Toad.

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Doll Parts Collective

4832 California Ave SW

Say Cheese! Group Show INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

This is a collective effort by our artists to create a beautifully unhinged collection of art focused on the thing we love most – Cheese. Yall loved our Shrimp Show last summer, so c’mon by for another weird and wonderful event!”

Learn more about Doll Parts Collective’s work on their Instagram and Website.

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Be sure to check out food and beverage Art Walk participants in the Morgan Junction!

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West Seattle Nursery

5275 California Ave SW

Macki Stratton INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

Growing Moss

Macki Stratton is a West Seattle based abstract artist. With an ever evolving language of shapes, her biomorphic watercolors aim to evoke life’s constant fluctuations. Growing Moss is a selection of works that are a nod to Macki’s ongoing pursuits of growing a shade garden and a tiny human.

Learn more about Macki’s work on her Instagram and Website.

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west seattle Salon

5416 California Ave SW

West Seattle Salon will not be showing this month.

We will still be offering 15% off all our retail products during the Art Walk and 20% off of facial services that are booked during the Art Walk event.

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Canna West Seattle (Art Walk Partner) 

5435 California Ave SW

AXEHAKA INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

AXEHAKA has been crafting unique dark surreal art since 2013. What began as a personal passion swiftly evolved into a thriving business in 2015, initially known as Artbyhaka, and now recognized as Facedowncraftsup. As a self-taught artist, AXEHAKA İs dedicated to exploring diverse mediums and techniques, resulting in a constantly evolving body of work.

Their art has garnered international recognition, featured in numerous conventions and exhibitions worldwide. While currently focused on spreading their distinctive “creepiness” throughout the Pacific Northwest, AXEHAKA aims to expand nationally in the near future. Beyond artistic expression, AXEHAKA is committed to social responsibility, supporting animal rescues and other vital social justice causes through their work.”

Learn more about AXEHAKA’s work on their Instagram , Facebook, and Youtube. Learn more about Canna’s show on their Website.

Canna West Seattle is a 21+ retail store.

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Viscon Cellars

5910 CALIFORNIA AVE SW

Wine Tasting fees are waived for participants in the WS Art Walk at Viscon Cellars

Erik Peter INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-9pm.

Heart B.E.A.T. PNW

A Collection of inspiration and passion throughout my life. Paving a path for my daughters to set goals and go for them, as I take my own advice and share my visions and love.

Learn more about Erik’s work on his Instagram and Facebook. Learn more about Viscon Cellars on their Instagram and Facebook.

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NOR Design (Art walk partner)

5953 California Ave SW

Shelly Sazama, Diane Kappa and Martina Noble INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm. NOR will be hosting three artists for August’s show.

Shelly Sazama

Shelly gathers vintage fabrics and embroideries that would often be discarded and bathes them in indigo.  She loves the feel and texture of the vintage fabrics and creates a new story by piecing and slow stitching them together.  Inspiration for her slow stitching is often influenced by the imperfect beauty of the vintage fabric.  She creates a variety of small art pieces and also useful items. 

Learn more about Shelly’s work on her Website and Instagram .

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Diane Kappa Diane will be a host and artist at this year’s West Seattle Art Tour.

Diane Kappa is a Seattle-based printmaker and illustrator whose fine art explores pattern, repetition, and texture through block printing, cyanotype, and hand stitching. Begun during a residency at Château Orquevaux in France, her recent work draws on lace and textiles, blending traditional techniques with contemporary design in richly layered, tactile compositions that invite close viewing.

Learn more about Diane’s work on her Instagram, Facebook and Website.

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Marina Noble Jewelry

Jewelry is intimate art – worn on your body! Inspired by History and Travel, I design and build wearable art, talismans and future heirlooms, using Silver, Gold, Gems and Found Objects .

Learn more about Marina’s work on her Instagram, Facebook and Website.

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West Seattle WINE Cellars

6026 California Ave SW

Museful Purpose BUSINESS HOUR DISPLAY ONLY 5pm- 7pm. Artist will be in attendance during Art Walk.

The colors of the world pull me, and I respond. Sometimes it’s the way light filters through the branches of a tree or the sharp contrast of a building against a baby-blue sky. My style, Glob Art, blends traditional painting with sculptural techniques, inviting both creative expression and technical precision. I enjoy the challenge of capturing the colors that captivate me while working the layers until they balance and counterbalance each other just right. The moment I know a piece is complete is when it offers a different experience up close than it does from far away.

Learn more about Museful Purpose’s work on her Instagram and Website .

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Alki Arts Gallery

6030 California SW

Patri O’Connor, Leon Lowman, Stefanie Lorig, Brooke Borcherding and Gregory Copploe INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm.

Dreaming in Color

There’s nothing like a splash of color to brighten up the walls of a home! This month at Alki Arts, we’ve invited five artists, all skilled in their use of color, to share their artistic expressions with us! August features the artwork of: Patri O’Connor, Leon Lowman, Steffanie Lorig, Brooke Borcherding, & Gregory Copploe!

Learn more about this show at Alki Arts Facebook and their Website events’ page.

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Inner Space Designs

6031B California SW

David Miller INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 5pm-8pm

FOREVERGREEN

David comes from a family of artists born and raised in the Puget Sound area. This installation is a result of his love for the Pacific Northwest, and his love of art. Adoring the aesthetic of woodcut prints, David captures the tree’s image, essentially a snapshot of its entire life, with all of its twists, turns, imperfections, and beauty, preserved. Nature is the artist. Every print is a unique, hand burnished original. And all of the tree stumps used to create the printed pieces were found, donated, or borrowed from the PNW.

Learn more about David’s work on his Instagram & join the artist reception! Go to
Inner Space Designs’ Website or Eventbrite for more info.

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Mailbox West

6523 California Ave SW

10% off all shipping that day from 6-8 PM

Glenda Weibel, Pamela Benetti and Julissa Quezada Rosales INDOORS SHOW & RECEPTION 4:30pm-8pm

Glenda Weibel

Glenda is a West Seattle based watercolor artist. She loves the immediacy and fluidity of watercolor, but uses different techniques to finish the pieces as both framed and unframed.  She also has original greeting cards available at the store for purchase.

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Pamela Benetti

I am a local artist here in West Seattle.

Learn more about Pamela’s work on her Website.

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Julissa Quezada Rosales

Julissa is a painter, multi-disciplinary artist and an architectural designer who illustrates a unique blend of forms using the polarity of color, light and movement to articulate a story. As a practicing architectural designer, her work is inspired by the connection and relationship with the physical world, the ways we inhabit a space and ultimately, how it can be reflection our most inner selves. She is fascinated by the manifestation of energy into form through all the many facets of life. She conveys a narrative of her life’s story through the way form moves across the canvas.

Learn more about Julissa’s work on her Instagram and Website.

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The Kenney

7125 fauntleroy way sw

The Kenney will not be participating in Art Walk this month.

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THE BUILDING

4316 SW Othello Street

Rebecca Woodhouse and Suzie Mulligan ARTIST OPEN STUDIO 5pm-8:15pm

Rebecca Woodhouse

Rebecca Woodhouse has a show at Gallery 110 right now. ” A Visual Protest “is up for the month, and you can see more work in her studio–both abstract and political.  

Learn more about Rebecca’s work on her Facebook, Instagram and Website.

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Suzie Mulligan

The Building artist Suzie Mulligan will also have her studio open!

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