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“A Simple Device for Eavesdropping on the Elements of Nature” David Julian Alchemy is defined as “a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination of base materials into something new.” The artists featured in this fascinating exhibition are artistic alchemists – crafting, constructing, painting, photographing, assembling and “bricolaging” wondrously new works from materials found […]

Heather Ormsbee is a multi-disciplinary artist based in the outskirts of Seattle, WA. Her work is a glimpse into a physical and emotional journey which gestures you to come closer to her fire. A trained fire thrower, adrenaline junkie, and lover of the macabre, the painting series, phantom burned, illustrates various haunted figures playing with […]

Red Ratchet Strap Remnant Relationship (RRSRR) 2022 12,000 ft of donated and reclaimed red ratchet straps, constructed in 5 sections 92×339 inches (variable) This exhibition in conjunction with and located at the Kirkland Library has been extended! Interdisciplinary abstract artist, Megan Prince, wants to create with your waste. An advocate for the zero waste movement, Prince […]

Closing Reception Information: We are thrilled to have a closing reception for Great Mysterious Heart on Friday, February 11 from 6-8 PM.  There will be an artist talk as well as opportunities to mingle with KAC teaching artists and staff. Artist Statement: Relationships compel interdisciplinary abstract artist Megan Prince to create; relationships between people, to belongings, […]

Come visit us at the Kirkland Arts Center booth! Returning to Lumen Field for the eighth year, the Seattle Art Fair will continue to offer Seattleites the opportunity to see cool, cutting-edge contemporary artwork from all over the world without leaving town. Plenty of local institutions and artists get involved as well, making for a […]

The ARTful Summer Open House will showcase KAC and its partners to the Eastside and Greater Seattle communities. The event will include a Raku Firing, Iron Potter Competition, Live Figure Drawing from Costumed Models, Face Painting, Demonstrations throughout the building of Drawings, Painting, Print-Making, Throwing etc.    Where to stay in Kirkland: The Heathman The […]