Whatcom Art Guild Shows — 2011
The Guild has four major shows, two minor shows, monthly mini-shows, and shows throughout the community at local venues.
- Ski-to-Sea Art by the Lake — Memorial Day weekend May 27-30, 2011
- As part of the annual Ski-to-Sea festivities during the Memorial Day weekend, the Whatcom Art Guild presents a four-day fine arts show and sale. Art by the Lake is held in the Bloedel-Donovan Community Building on Lake Whatcom. The public is invited to the Opening Reception Friday evening from 6pm to 8pm. Saturday 10am to 6pm, Sunday 10am to 6pm and Monday 10am-4pm.
- Approximately 50 Guild members will display artwork in a variety of categories: paintings in oil, acrylic, and water media; drawings in pencil, pen & ink, and sumi; mixed media or collage; photography; and three-dimensional artwork, such as ceramics, crafts, jewelry, and sculpture.
- Art fans can enjoy refreshments, art demonstrations and live music as they browse and shop.
- Admission is free.
- Map and Driving Directions
- Rules for Spring Show
- Spring Booth Registration, Instructions & Information
- Spring Registration Forms
- Spring Tags
- Spring Booth Inventory Sheets
- Fall Art by the Lake — November 12-13, 2011
- The Whatcom Art Guild presents its annual "Art by the Lake" Fall Festival of Arts and Crafts.
- The show will take place on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Bloedel Donavan Park, 2214 Electric Avenue, Bellingham.
- The show will feature the work of over 40 well-known local artists and craftsmen. Browse for fine art originals ... prints...photography...handmade fabrics and wearable art...unique crafts...jewelry...holiday decorations...wood...garden art...toys...cards and more.
- For each show, the guild invites a community guest artist to add variety and interest to each show.
- There will be a fine art raffle with proceeds going to purchase art supplies for children at St. Joseph's Hospital.
- Watch ongoing art demonstrations by accomplished community artists and ask them about their work.
- Admission, refreshments, and parking are free.
- Also visit our ongoing Art Market venue in the McKenzie Alley in Fairhaven.
- Map and Driving Directions
- Rules for Fall Show
- Art Market — year round
- The guild operates an Art Market at 1314 12th St in Fairhaven (back of McKenzie Alley). This on-going artist co-op features over 30 artists coordinating their efforts to create a cozy and interesting place in which to purchase one of a kind gifts and fine art of all types. It is open weekly Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 10 am to 6 pm throughout the year. For the holidays our hours through December 24th will be Friday 10-9PM, Saturday though Monday 10-6PM. We will also be open every day between December 19th to 23rd, and will be open on the 24th until 2pm. Contact the Art Market at 360-738-8564.
- Ferndale Library Shows — March and September
- The Ferndale Library Exhibits in March and September are open to all members. The exhibit is for two-dimensional hanging art only. There is no charge to display your artwork. However, if you sell a piece, the Guild will receive 20%. Register approximately one month before the show at the general meeting or by calling the chairperson.
- Monthly Mini-Shows
- Each month Guild members are encouraged to display their artwork at the General Meeting. At the close of the meeting, members vote for the top three pieces. The winners are designated at the Artists of the Month. Their artwork is then featured on the website and hung at participating venues in the community.