Let's remember Memorial Day!

Memorial Day, the last Monday in May, was officially proclaimed on May 5th, 1868 by General John Logan when flowers were placed on graves at Arlington National Cementary. It was the National Holiday Act of 1971 that ensured a 3 day weekend. What ever happened to the red poppies?

A good time to be thankful for those who have gone, have served and all who are still serving..and their families...
Thank you!

Kitty #4 is now ready for adoption....
where will you find him!!! Perhaps while you are there, have a little wine, food, great art... and a great view of the harbor. Do hope those cooks at Morso don't cook the kitty!!!

"Kind words are easy to speak, but their echos are truly endless"
Want to see some great photography? Head on over to Morso for an artist reception on 5/27 6-8pm. Ed Kenney from Maine has some amazing photography for you to see. Tommy Tutone at Morso on Sat. 5/28; 8pm call for tickets!!! Click on Morso link for all the news.

Now, here's where to find FREE art this weekend...or until they have been found!

A great BIG welcome to a new participating artist with the Feel Good Free Art Project.....Sandra Erickson. This is a beautiful piece of pottery with a heron inscribed in it.
Better get to UPTOWN now and hurry into that store with lots and lots for your kitchen.....

With all the love we have for our military and families, past and present, how appropriate that Stacey Webber created this LOVE bookmark. Do you know Laureen's favorite bookstore in Gig Harbor? That's where you'll find this one...perhaps to share with a service person or family? Drop in at Forza for Book Nite to discuss "Rhythm of Life" by Matthew Kelly

Need a birthday gift for your best gal pal....or perhaps a great new cut...think downtown....think JAX!! Find Free Art...and a whole lot more!

We are so luck to live in the beautiful little town..Here's one of the reasons why.....This gorgeous photo by Mark Ritchie....another reason why is because we have a great museum.....Both together..go there!

If you miss Mark's photo at the History Museum, then check out Ebb Tide Gallery cause that is where you will find more of Mark's beautiful photography!!

Here are the clues: Downtown Gig Harbor, the perfect place for a Wild Bird art card......this one is easy, and Becci Crowe is the wonderful artist who has created this art cards. Now, if her art card is gone from that Wild Bird place, just head on over to Ebb Tide Gallery...find Becci's work there!!!

Where ever you go; what ever you do; do with gusto and remember next weekend is Maritime Gig Weekend. Parade, entertainment, art walk....and much MORE!!!

Adoped Kitty

Yes, Kitty #3 has been adopted.

Read all about it on adopted kitties page and
what are you going to do with your free art page.

Tra...La, It's May!!

Lots and Lots to do in Gig Harbor!!!!

1st Saturday Art Walk in Gig Harbor
....read all about it, here!
BUT, you have to wait until Sat to find the FREE art!
Until then

Friday, May 6th. A special time for you and Dad.

Head on over to Java & Clay and you'll find pizza, beverage of your choice and time with Dad....Paint a little piece of pottery and show Dad what you can do; maybe a little gift for Mom. 851-2377 for all the information.
Saturday, May 7th. Farmers Market
Have you been to the new location for the Farmers Market yet?
It is now happily located in a corner of UPTOWN...past Multicare.
A great location, easy parking.
And
Now.......

Kitty #3 is ready to be adopted and to have a name. She has a flower on her hat and looks like she would like to get into the catnip. Wonder if they sell catnip at that new candy store in town.....Wonder what the kitty says?

Remember............ wait till Saturday for all the art!

A great BIG welcome to a new participating artist this week. Susy Stremel is a wonderful watercolorists. This one is titled "Orcas Cove", you will love it! You will find this art card by Susy at Kit Kuhn, Jewelry. While in Kit's take a look at a new Emerald ring. Looking for more of Susy's watercolors?? You'll find her work at Ebb Tide Gallery.

"Mother's listen when no one else cares!" And, isn't that the truth! Now you are remembering Mother's Day this Sunday, right? Find this little painting at Ebb Tide Gallery. 1-8pm on Saturday is their open house. Stop by and enjoy some appetizers, beverages and Jeff Ross will be playing on his guitar 3-6:30pm. Dori Wheeler is the featured artist, decorative and tole painting, might find a little something for Mom!
Here's a special mixed media, 3 dimensional painting from Rebecca Westeren. Look amongst the gold and you will find the leaf pattern. Find this original art at Water's Edge Gallery & Framing. While there, check out the landscape and nautical photography by Bruce Buck.

Kathy Thurston is a wonderful artist specializing in Chinese Ink and Color. Find these spring bunnies of Kathy's at Birdnest Gallery and Framing. While at Birdnest, check out the custom framing by Kim Harder. Old things can look new again in a beautiful new frame. Looking for more of Kathy's work? Find her at Ebb Tide Gallery, you'll be there for their open house. 1 - 8pm.



"Clearing at sunrise" Aren't we fortunate to live in the most beautiful area on earth? Here's a piece of photography by Mark Ritchey, just to prove it.
Find this photography at For Art Sake Gallery. While at For Art Sake be sure to look for wonderful acrylics by Phil Marriott...lots of fun colors!!!

For more of Mark's beautiful photography, you'll find them when you are at the Open House at Ebb Tide Gallery.

How ever you choose to enjoy Gig Harbor this weekend.... GET OUT ENJOY!!!

CALLING ALL ARTISTS

Your Invited:

Are you an artist?
Do you know of Gig Harbor artists?
Did you ever wonder what this FeelGoodFreeArtProject is all about?

We are having an information meeting at Morso Wine Bar this Sat. April 23; 2-3pm to share information and answer questions on how you can be part feeling good in Gig Harbor.
Come and find out more!

Kitties, Pandas and Art Walk, oh my!

It's getting warmer with more sun...

a perfect upcoming Saturday for Art Walk in downtown Gig Harbor.

Remember art will be out on Saturday...perhaps not before!

ALSO The perrrrrrrrrfect time for Kitty #2

This is Kitty # 2 who needs to be adopted into a really good home and needs a name.
Where you going to find her?
What are you going to name her?
You will find this kitty, not in UPTOWN, not in Downtown, not in Gig Harbor North.......she may be hiding among some really great purses.....

Panda Bears in Federal Way

Now, if you are a fan of the Panda Bear, did you know they are almost extinct? Well, one of our participating artists is also an adventure Artist. Becci Crowe is presenting The Giant Pandas of China on April 10th at the Center Stage Theatre in Federal Way. This presentation will be an extraordinary journey featuring behind the scenes film footage with the Pandas and global efforts to save them from the brink of extinction. A must see program for you....and for children alike.

Saturday is artwalk in Gig Harbor. When you are out walking there are a couple of new businesses you might want to walk on into.....might find a little FREE art!!!

So, it is April and can the Easter Bunny be far behind? If you are quick, you might find a little FREE art bunny at Kit's. This bunny is a glycee print by Kathy Thurston....if you miss this at Kit's then check the Ebb Tide Gallery round the corner. BUT...before you go anywhere, check out the great jewelry in Kit's. Mother's Day will be here soon!

Have you been into Jigamagig yet???? Big things come in small packages...small store, great local made craft art. New to the harbor, so go visit and while you are there, find this beautiful little original painting by Joan Sein...read more about Joan below!

Here's an original, beautiful, acrylic painting by Charlie Meacham. Guess what the flower is? Guess what the title of the painting is? You'll find the answer at Ebb Tide Gallery, on the back of the piece of art. While in Ebb Tide be sure to say hello to their featured artist, Melodee Dahl. You've seen her beautiful Chinese ink & color painting on the blog...see it in person! Then checkout Raz and the woodfired pottery.

"Mothers listen when no one else cares!" Isn't that the truth!!! Mother's Day will be here before you know it. You can find this little FREE art at another new store, The Design Cottage. Stop in on Saturday to help celebrate their Grand Opening.

You'll find them next to Gig Harbor Beads.


This is a beautiful, hand painted, hair barrette. It is painted by Dori Wheeler and you can find this one at For Art Sake Gallery. If you miss this at For Art Sake, do see more of Dori's work at Ebb Tide Gallery. While in For Art Sake, be sure to admire the watercolor and acrylic paintings of Linda Spearman.

Water's Edge Gallery and Framery. Stop in there and you will find this really, cute and useful mini key basket. You can hang a couple of keys or put something in the basket. This basket is handmade by Sherry Mayfarth of Joyful Basketry.....and Ebb Tide Gallery, just across the street. And, while in Water's Edge take a look at Myrna Binion's beautiful watercolors and find out what Yupo paper is!!!

Don't you just love Sumi painting? Darlene Dihel is one of the very best and this is an original sumi painting, so you'd better get there fast......Birdnest Gallery & Framing.
While there enjoy the beautiful oils of Xochi Madera

"Where the loser saw barriers, the winner saw hurdles." R. Brault

Find this ray of hope at Al Johnson's Studio, at the bottom of Peacock. While there, do enjoy his pottery and paintings. Mother's Day is coming.

ARTIST OF THIS WEEKEND

Meet Joan Sain, watercolor and acrylic artist. After 25 years in fashion design, in 1986 Joan started painting. You are just going to love her flowers, they are so beautiful.

When there is an art exhibit around town, you will find Joan showing her lovely paints...Contact Joan to see more of her paintings at http://joansainart.com/

BIG Art Happenings In Gig Harbor!

3/25/ UPDATE Kitty #1 has been adopted. Read all about her on the adopted kitties page.
Big Art Happenings in Gig Harbor!!

Spring is coming, you can feel it in the air!!!
This FREE art project has been out and about for 1st Sat. Artwalks.....
soon....
soon......
Memorial Day is just around the corner and
FREE art will be out again,
every week with more art and more fun for Gig Harbor!!
UNTIL THEN
NEWS

Feel Good Free Art Project is now a member of the Gig Harbor Arts Commission!
What this means.... more art awareness for Gig Harbor!!

This Kitty Needs a Home and a Name!

There are little kitties popping up all over Gig Harbor.
These kitties need a home and a name.
Find the kitty, name the kitty, report back to the I FOUND FREE ART page, on the blog. After your kitty has been named it will appear on the Adopted Kitties page with its new name.
This is Kitty #1 (check out the bell round her neck) to be found somewhere in downtown Gig Harbor...find her!!
As kitties are adopted, more kitties will be placed for you to find and adopt.

Gig Harbor Arts Center?

Peninsula Art League President, Ann Knapp has set up an on-line petition to gather signatures in support of the creation of an Arts Center to serve the greater Gig Harbor Peninsula area. The Center would provide space for meetings, performances, art exhibits, concerts, rehearsals and classes, workshops, storage and administrative offices for all visual and performing arts organizations in the greater Gig Harbor Peninsula region.
For more information and to sign the interest petition, copy and paste in your browser http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/gig_harbor_arts_alliance/

ARTIST OF THE WEEK!!

Most of the beautiful art on the page this week is by Linda Jacobus. Linda is a wonderful oil painter.
"The Light Brings Forth the Seeing":
A collection of fine oils by Linda is on display at Morso Wine Bar March 25- April 24th.

Artist Opening Reception is on Friday, March 25th 6-8pm

"Throughout my life I have always had a desire to be creative and explored different crafts and mediums to express that desire. None of them fulfilled my yearning. In 1992, I first picked up a brush and gently caressed the canvas with paint, I knew my search was over."

Click on Morso Wine Bar to find out all about Linda. Stop in Morso to see her wonderful show.
Linda Jacobus can also be found at Ebb Tide Gallery in Gig Harbor.