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Welcome WhidbeyWorkingArtists SPRINGTour Spend quality time with working artists in their studios while you experience the beauty that attracts them to magnificent Whidbey Island. You’ll learn first hand the inspiration and process that go into each artist’s work, while enjoying many scenic island views as you travel. Note the numbers corresponding to each studio described to easily plot your personal studio tour on the map on the inside back of this brochure. Detailed driving directions on each studio’s page will allow you to navigate your route.
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FRONT STREET GRILL on beautiful Whidbey Island, Washington overlooks Penn Cove and offers a classic American Grill experience along with a full bar and a great wine list. Located just three doors down from the historic Coupeville Wharf, our Dining Room and Bar offer amazing views of Penn Cove and Mt. Baker. Bring the whole family for lunch or dinner or just join us for Happy Hour. Either way, we will make you feel very welcome!
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SPRING TOUR PREVIEW SHOW PACIFIC NORTHWEST ART SCHOOL
SPRING TOUR PREVIEW SHOW FEBRUARY 14 thru MARCH 9 reception February 28, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm come mingle with the artists and celebrate the tour During the tour the gallery will be personed by local artist Bev McQuary. Bev will have some of her beautiful beads and wirework jewelry on display.
The Spring Tour Preview Show is at the Pacific NorthWest Art School (aka The Coupeville Art Center). This show is courtesy of the school and much thanks to Director, Lisa Bernhardt for her continual support of Whidbey Working Artists and all art and artists on Whidbey. Thank You LISA!
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DAN ISHLER hand thrown pottery I have recently returned to my roots in functional pottery for everyday use. These items are mugs, bowls, plates and casseroles that are dish washer and microwave safe and I produce a limited line of porcelain pit-fired, ash and crystalline glazed pottery. Also, I create humorous characterizations of vintage autos in clay. My vision is to depict neglected cars those left outside behind the barn.
360.929.0817 ishler1@frontier.com danishler.com
DIRECTIONS Located Âź mile south of Oak Harbor on the east side of SR20. 30678 State Route 20
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STEVE NOWICKI
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metal sculpture My signature pieces are strongly influenced by the natural beauty of the Northwest. Each piece is accented with copper, brass or bronze with much emphasis placed on details. All work is designed for the home and garden.
360.914.7336 welderguy@shocknawemetalworks.com
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DIRECTIONS 1½ miles South of Oak Harbor on SR20, East on Miller Road ½ mile to stop sign. Right (South) onto Balda Road approximately 1/3 mile, left on Bluewater Lane, up the blacktop driveway. 853 Bluewater Lane
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WISE STUDIO oil painting & assemblage jewelry Mike Wise is a contemporary Impressionist oil painter of still life and landscape subjects. Megan Wise creates jewelry from vintage pieces and found objects. Their studio was once an old barn that Mike converted into a modern art studio.
360.678.6825 mike@mikewisestudio.com mikewisestudio.com
DIRECTIONS From Highway 20, turn on to Libby Road just north of Coupeville. Turn left on Hill Valley Drive. The Wise’s house is the second house on the left . The studio is to the right of the house in a renovated barn. 560 Hill Valley Drive
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KAREN SCHROEDER
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pastels I paint impressionistic landscapes of the Pacific Northwest.
360.678.0354 kschroeder@wildblue.net kschroedergallery.weebly.com
DIRECTIONS Take Libby Rd from SR20, turn right on West Beach, left on San Juan, right on El Pozo, left on La Fiesta. First house on the right. Studio/Gallery lower level. 654 La Fiesta Street
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PATTY PICCO mixed media
I work intuitively and enjoy the process of layering different mediums, such as printmaking, photography, collage and encaustic painting to create pieces that are rich in luminosity and texture.
360.929.5128 pattypicco@yahoo.com PattyPicco.com
DIRECTIONS Located conveniently just off Main St near the main intersection of SR20 and Main St. Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch Street
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CAROL ANN BAUER
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STILLfire pottery Each piece is formed individually by hand, glazed & decorated with their own specially formulated glazes, and gas fired to 2400 degrees F. The finished ware is durable, lead-free, microwaveable, and dishwasher safe.
360.331.5142 still_fire@yahoo.com STILLfirepottery.com
DIRECTIONS Located conveniently just off Main St near the main intersection of SR20 and Main St. Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch Street
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KAY PARSONS watercolor I love the process of painting, the creative moment that transforms the observed and experienced world into art. It nourishes me, soul and intellect.
360.320.1927 lookingglasscottage@gmail.com lookingglasscottage.com
DIRECTIONS Located conveniently just off Main St near the main intersection of SR20 and Main St. Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch Street
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MARY ELLEN O’CONNOR
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silver and silk studio My passion for nature is the key to all of my work. I create sterling silver belt buckles, bracelets and necklaces using images from my own photographs. I also work with clients to design architectural etched glass windows and doors for their homes.
360.320.3313 meo@maryellenoconnor.com SilverAndSilkStudio.com
DIRECTIONS Located conveniently just off Main St near the main intersection of SR20 and Main St. Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch Street
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LINNANE ARMSTRONG woodcut prints
Detailed patterns adorn dramatic landscapes and natural elements in my linocut and woodcut prints. Nature has always been a source of inspiration in my artwork, and relief printmaking allows me to express the beauty I find in natures smallest details as well as large landscapes. My works are inspired by both Western and Japanese aesthetic traditions.
360.632.4602 linnanearmstrong@gmail.com linnanearmstrong.com
DIRECTIONS Located conveniently just off Main St near the main intersection of SR20 and Main St. Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch Street
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SHIRLEY ASHENBRENNER
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mixed media Following a meandering line, finding shapes where others see none, and bringing forth images from my mind’s eye have fascinated me since childhood. The child who still resides inside me cannot resist the color, smell, and feel of paint. For many years, the sensual richness of oils captivated me. Later, the fluidity and brilliance of acrylic paint lured me with its freedom. Then, I began painting both with oils and acrylics, and incorporating encaustic, collage, textures and found objects in my work. Today, my work focuses on mixed media and mono prints.
s.ashenbrenner@gmail.com ashenbrennerart.com 360.678.1111
The images here represent my Africa series and reflect places and experiences during a trip to Botswana and Zimbabwe.
DIRECTIONS From Highway 20, drive Main Street St until it curves left to become Coveland. Follow the curve and find my gallery/studio on the right. (next to Oyster Catcher restaurant) 6 NW Coveland StÂ
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JIM SHORT pieces of tree I rescue homeless wood. These turnings come from trees headed for the landfill or a stove. I enjoy the wood’s connection to Central Whidbey’s climate and community. A signature of my work is highlighting “imperfections”. Forms are developed on the lathe as the wood allows. I would be pleased to demonstrate woodturning in my shop.
360.678.5368 morshort@comcast.net
DIRECTIONS Almost Downtown Coupeville, from SR20, North at the traffic light on Main St, right on 6th, two blocks to corner of Haller St. 601 NE Haller
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CHRISTINE CROWELL
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painter Painting is my passion. I look at the world with a different perspective and see beauty everywhere as I search for subjects. I paint with oils and pastels. My latest creations are painted on copper, creating wonderful depth and light.
425.387.7555 christinecrowell@whidbey.com ccrowellfinearts.com
DIRECTIONS Northbound on SR20, turn right onto Parker Rd. After the town limit, going down the first hill, Moore Pl is on the right. Proceed to the end of the public road. Southbound on SR20, turn left onto Main St, right onto 9th St, which becomes Parker Rd. Moore Pl is the first paved road on the left past Maxwell St. Proceed to the end of the public road. 1105 NE Moore Place, Coupeville
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JANET C. LEWIS luthier
I draw inspiration for my work from nature. I embrace the uniqueness found in each specimen of wood in the design and construction of my one of a kind pieces.
949.246.3235 havilanddesign@mac.com daynish1.wix.com/haviland-design
DIRECTIONS From North: Hwy. 20 south, right on Main, left on Terry Rd., right on Fort Casey Rd., right on Burchell Rd., first driveway on right. The shop is in the barn at the end of the driveway. From South: Hwy. 525 north, left onto Hwy. 20 (toward Coupeville Ferry), right on Wanamaker Rd. which veers quickly to left, right on Fort Casey Rd., left on Burchell Rd., first driveway on right. The shop is in the barn at the end of the driveway. 1020 Burchell Road, Coupeville
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KIM TINUVIEL
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encaustic and metal sculpture My artwork reflects the abstract textures and colors of the everyday world. Experience as a professional musician adds rhythm, harmony and lyricism to the work. As a visual artist, my singular goal is to find the extraordinary within the ordinary.
360-639-4299 kim@tinuvielcreative.com kimtinuviel.com
DIRECTIONS From North: Hwy. 20 south, right on Main, left on Terry Rd., right on Fort Casey Rd., right on Burchell Rd., first driveway on right. The shop is in the barn at the end of the driveway. From South: Hwy. 525 north, left onto Hwy. 20 (toward Coupeville Ferry), right on Wanamaker Rd. which veers quickly to left, right on Fort Casey Rd., left on Burchell Rd., first driveway on right. The shop is in the barn at the end of the driveway. 1020 Burchell Road, Coupeville
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GARY A LEAKE woodworker
“One-of-a-kind” furniture pieces are so unique that they are considered works of art. Well represented by local NW galleries (see website) with numerous commissioned works too. Visiting our woodshop/studio is a reminder of simpler times.
360.678.1347 garyandsandyleake@comcast.net GaryALeakeWoodworking.com
DIRECTIONS SR 20, 2 ½ miles south of Coupeville; left on Morris Road; go ¾ mile; driveway on the left. 13 West Morris Road
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STEVEN SLOAN
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metalcraft Art comes alive when allowed to move. I use a variety of found and recycled objects to explore the interplay of color and light through movement. Each sculpture is a unique creation. I make both standing sculptures (stabiles) and mobiles.
360.969.1342 shsloan@whidbey.com secondmoonarts.com
DIRECTIONS SR 20, 2 ½ miles south of Coupeville; left on Morris Road; go ¾ mile; driveway on the left. 13 West Morris Road
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TAMMI SLOAN jewelry
My work reflects my love of color, pattern and texture. My focus is generally abstract and organic. I like to utilize the working properties of the mediums I work with to tell a story. For the past four years I have been working with mixed metals to make wearable art. Vitreous enamel (powdered glass which is fused in a kiln or a torch flame) is a new addition in my jewelry line. I love the spontaneity of the medium and will be including it in some of my new mixed media wall art as well.
360.555.4213 mybrownwren@gmail.com mybrownwren.com
DIRECTIONS SR 20, 2 ½ miles south of Coupeville; left on Morris Road; go ž mile; driveway on the left. 13 West Morris Road
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ROBBIE LOBELL & MARYON ATTWOOD cook on clay studios
Elegant & utilitarian pots for the kitchen, table, and home. Pots for lovers of fine food, slow food aficionados, appreciators of quality kitchen tools, home cooks, and professional chefs. Borrowing from centuries of tradition, adding simple modern design elements and our personal artistic voice, we make pots to celebrate cooking, eating, and a new evolving tabletop culture.
360.678.1414 robbie@cookonclay.com CookonClay.com
DIRECTIONS From SR20, turn west onto Patmore Rd (right heading south, left heading north) about 2 miles south from the town of Coupeville. One mile to gravel drive (on right from SR20 or on left from Fort Casey Rd). Rd ends at studio & kiln (about Âź mile). Cook on Clay Studios, 640 Patmore Road
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KATHLEEN OTLEY willow sculpture and encaustic
A symmetry exists between my two bodies of work: large willow woven sculptures and painting with wax, both with the addition of natural elements. My willow work begins with a peeling and dying of the farm grown reeds. Then the joining through bundling and weaving with metals, cords, wires etc. A display of many pieces to choose from and special orders are welcome. My encaustics are themed with songbirds from my ink, pastel and paint originals, then ink transferred to the wax surface, calligraphy from ancient texts. Surfaces aged with paint, ink and graphite to create a 360.678.1381 depth of time. info@otleyart.com OtleyArt.com
DIRECTIONS Off SR 525, just North of Greenbank Farm to Puget Drive Turn west on Puget Drive to 411. Look for the bird house fence. 411 Puget Drive
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ANNE SMIDT
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encaustic Anne Smidt has worked in encaustics (warm beeswax, resin, pigments) since 2006. Anne’s artwork now includes two-andthree dimensional work, encaustic monoprints and encaustic bookmaking. She now employs a cold wax technique as one of the processes of her artwork. 360.730.1091 v1anne@whidbey.com cerastudio.com
DIRECTIONS Off SR 525, just North of Greenbank Farm to Puget Drive Turn west on Puget Drive to 411. Look for the bird house fence. 411 Puget Drive
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MARCIA MUCHNICK hand thrown pottery
My pottery has a rustic whimsical look and feel perfect for everyday use. You will enjoy my unique design details, rich glazes and exceptional blend of form, color and function. The pottery is high fired can be used in micro, oven, is dishwasher safe , food safe and lead free.
360.913.0058 marcia7115@gmail.com
DIRECTIONS On SR 525 turn east on N Bluff Road. (North Bluff Road is next to Greenbank Farm) 2977 is less than 1/8th mile on the right. 2977 N Bluff Road
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KATRINA HUDE
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hand blown glass Katrina studied glass at the California College of Arts and Crafts, received an MFA in sculpture from San Jose State University, and was awarded the fellowship at The Creative Glass Center of America and Emerging Artist in Residence at the Pilchuck Glass School. Katrina will be demonstrating and displaying contemporary and traditional glass making processes.
360.678.4666 katalks@gmail.com
DIRECTIONS From SR525, south of the Greenbank Farm, turn west onto Christenson Road. Go to the top of the hill and turn right on Old County Road, which is dirt, to the fi rst driveway on the left. 3360 Old County Road
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ROB HETLER furniture maker
Rob Hetler Furniture Maker is a custom maker of fine wood furniture, cabinetry and treasure boxes. Visitors are always welcome.
360.222.3121 furnituremaker@whidbey.net RobHetler.com
DIRECTIONS The studio is located one mile south of the Greenbank Store. Look for the sign for Rob Hetler Furnituremaker. 24165 State Route 525
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KENT LOVELACE
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oils on copper Working with both Northwest and European landscape Kent’s paintings on copper offer a personal interpretation of nature. His paintings utilize a luminous palette and historical process to create unique and subtely beautiful artwork.
360.222.3466 kent@kentlovelace.com kentlovelace.com
DIRECTIONS From the north take SR525 south one mile past Greenbank, left on Resort Road, down hill until road straightens. Right on Tanager Lane, studio at top of hill. From the south, take SR525 3½ miles north of Freeland, right on Classic Road. Left on Resort Road. 1150 Tanager Lane
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ISLAND ART GLASS hand blown glass
Island Art Glass produces high quality hand blown glass gift ware, garden art, and custom lighting.
360.321.2524 islglass@whidbey.com
DIRECTIONS Follow Highway 525 north past Langley and Bayview, before Freeland. Turn right on Double Bluff Rd, go to end, turn right onto Newman Road, turn right into first driveway on right. 2062 Newman Road
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