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Art appreciators can kick off the holiday season by visiting a series of South Whidbey studios as part of this year’s Whidbey Art Market, and potentially take home a big prize.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 24 and 25, six studios with a total of 15 working artists are open to the public. Sculpture, clay, wood, photography, basketry, glass, illustration, paintings, mixed media, digital collage, jewelry and fiber are among the fine art that will be represented.
Whidbey Art Market is wrapping up its third year of operation. Freeland artist Kim Tinuviel came up with the idea during the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to bring in revenue for artists on the island.
“After lockdown, we all kind of had cabin fever,” she said. “And economically, we all needed an outlet into getting back to selling our work.”
What began as an outdoor event morphed into more markets held at larger venues. This year, Tinuviel decided to try something different with a handful of studio tours.
Those who visit all six studios, and get their show passports punched, have a chance to win big. There are three enticing prizes that will be awarded from a random drawing after the event. The grand prize, valued at $500, is a one-night midweek stay at the Inn at Langley. The first prize, valued at $340, includes dinner for two at Orchard Kitchen. The runner-up prize is a surprise gift basket, with items made by the artists.
The studios are spread out across Clinton, Langley, Freeland and Greenbank. Entry is free and does not require a ticket.
“Each studio is like a glimpse of not only our art lives, but our personal lives,” Tinuviel said. “Each studio is unique.”
Tinuviel’s own studio is on the map. She plans to host Danette Sulgrove, a fiber artist, and painter Alicia Elliott. Expect some lively music.
“Most of us will be demonstrating in one way or another,” Tinuviel said.
Glass blower Katrina Hude is one of the newest members of Whidbey Art Market. Her studio, also on the map, is a hot shop hidden in the woods of Greenbank. Tinuviel described her work as “edgy, contemporary and really exciting.”
Other participating artists include Beth Rahi, Michelle Bach, David Somers, Daniel J. Gregory, Regina Kastler, Deborah and Ian Montgomerie, Barbara Mosher, Tammi Sloan, R. E. Yelton and Jordan Jones.
“They’re some of the best artists on the island,” Tinuviel said. “They’re all professional artists, they’re all high quality. It leans towards fine art, as opposed to craft art.”
To view the interactive online map and to learn more about the event, visit whidbeyartmarket.com.
Copper River Bowl by Michelle Bach. (Photo provided)
Space Between Us by Alicia Elliott. (Photo provided)
Summer Harvest by Alicia Elliott. (Photo provided)
Alicia Elliott works on a painting. (Photo provided)
Katrina Hude shapes a piece of glass. (Photo provided)
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Z SUPPLY Foundation Education Fund provides scholarships for students pursuing degrees in fashion, art and marketing. Courtesy of Z SUPPLY
Z SUPPLY, the fashion house known for its everyday essentials focused on simplicity, comfort and effortless style, is proud to announce the continuation of its Black Friday/Cyber Monday initiative—donating 100% of the brand’s online sales to the Z SUPPLY Foundation Education Fund.
This year, the brand has set a goal of raising $300,000 through shopping over the course of the highly anticipated sale weekend to support the Z SUPPLY Foundation’s scholarship programs and other education-based initiatives. It will allocate all of Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday sales, (excluding sales tax and shipping charges), made on ZSUPPLY.com into specifically tailored Z SUPPLY Foundation scholarship programs. New this year, the brand designed limited-edition, online exclusive graphic tees and sweatshirts that support the campaign.
“We strive to serve others all year long but especially during the holiday season,” said Z SUPPLY President, Mandy Fry. “This year we’re encouraging our customers to join us again in raising money for scholarships in the arts through the Z SUPPLY Foundation Education Fund. Let’s spend it forward and continue giving back this holiday season.”
Since Z SUPPLY launched its foundation in November of 2021, it has raised over $600,000. The majority of this sum has been allocated to its Education Fund, creating 35 scholarships for students pursuing degrees in fashion, art and marketing to date. For the past two years, they have partnered with creative art & design schools through their scholarship program, including Otis College of Art and Design, California College of the Arts, and California State University, Long Beach – College of the Arts. Funds from this year’s donations will be allocated to these previously created scholarship agreements as well as three new colleges in the 2024 academic year: Parsons School of Design, Kansas City Art Institute, and SCAD – Savannah College of Art and Design.
Anyone can participate in supporting these creative scholarship programs simply by shopping at ZSUPPLY.com on Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday.
For more information regarding the Z SUPPLY Foundation or for more details on the Z SUPPLY Foundation college scholarships, please visit Z SUPPLY Foundation.
About Z SUPPLY FOUNDATION:
With the ethos that we are all in this together, Z SUPPLY launched its philanthropic arm, the Z SUPPLY FOUNDATION in 2021. The Foundation is committed to supporting social, environmental and educational qualified tax-exempt 501(c) (3) public charities in the United States. The Z SUPPLY Foundation Education Fund is the main focus for the Foundation where it creates and implements educational initiatives that empower the next generation. Social and environmental issues are also important to the Foundation and each year it identifies non-profit organizations in the community that can truly make a difference and positive impact on people’s lives by volunteering, sponsoring and donating. For more information about Z SUPPLY Foundation, visit Z SUPPLY Foundation.
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Z SUPPLY designs reflect the belief that simplicity, comfort and style should coexist in every closet. Featuring signature plush fabrics, timeless silhouettes, and versatile style, Z SUPPLY creates everyday essentials that can be worn by everyone. For more information and to view current collections, visit www.ZSUPPLY.com.
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