SEQUIM — A blue-themed art walk is set for 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at various venues in downtown Sequim.
Maps for the self-guided tour are available at www.sequimartwalk.com.
Special events in September include:
• An exhibit of driftwood sculptures by Molly Omann at the Sequim Museum and Arts, 544 N. Sequim Ave.
Omann uses driftwood sourced from local private beaches to create her artwork.
In addition to life-sized sculptures of wildlife, photos of Omann’s other driftwood sculptures will be on display.
Omann can be contacted at mollyomann@gmail.com or www.driftwoodsculptor.com.
• The Blue Whole Gallery, 129 W. Washington St., will host a reception for “Elements of Nature,” an exhibit by Julie Senf and Mike Middlestead.
Senf is a watercolorist whose paintings highlight the natural beauty of the Olympic Peninsula.
“I’ve come to realize what I enjoy capturing most with my paints is this amazing area and it’s natural beauty,” Senf said.
Middlestead is a ceramic artist who has created everything from a life-size Raku king salmon to barnacle-encrusted vases.
“I love this medium,” Middlestead said. “I am always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with clay, always with a focus on the environment, especially the water.”
“Elements of Nature” will be on exhibit at Blue Whole Gallery throughout September.
• The A. Milligan Art Studio and Gallery, 520 N. Sequim Ave., will continue to exhibit “Plein Air Inspirations,” featuring the work of Jinx Bryant, Joyce Hester, Marian Morris and Roger Morris.
The artworks in the show range from pieces painted entirely on site, to works that were begun outside and finished in the studio, to pieces painted solely in the studio yet inspired by the experiences of the artist’s plein air sessions.
Vistors also may peek into Anne Milligan’s Pastel Studio to see her works in progress as well as some of her finished pieces.
• Pacific Mist Books, 122 W. Washington St., will host local children’s book author Susan Gibbons-Wolf, with her newest book, “The Pirates’ Code.”
“The Pirates’ Code” includes eight tips for preventing bullying from child development expert Irene van der Zande and the team at Kidpower International.
• Wild Goddess Brews-n-Bites, 145 E. Washington St., Suite D, has small bites, salads, dips and boards with a wide selection of beverages and live music.
• La Petite Maison Blanche, 213 E. Washington St., features uniquely curated gifts and festive treats throughout the shop and live music with Kate Lily.
• Forage Gifts & Northwest Treasures, 121 W. Washington St., will host local artist Jacqueline Buresh of Pacific Rainshadow Farm.
• Sofie’s Flowers, 127 W. Washington St., will feature pressed flower jewelry artist April Madison with Dainty Designs by April.
• Rainshadow Café, 157 W. Cedar St., will host live music by Dawn and Steve from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• The Habitat Boutique Store, 213 E. Washington St., will have live music by Reckless Dove from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Sequim Spice and Tea, 139 W. Washington St., will have unique art, including glass, pottery, illustration and local artists’ photography. You also can find creative tea blends, colorful teapots and cups and culinary gifts.
• Soup in the Alley, 138 W. Washington St., will feature a rotation of local artists, live music and treats.
• Alder Wood Bistro, 139 W. Alder St., will serve artisan wood-fired local, seasonal, organic food.
• The Cedarbrook Lavender Gift Shop, 120 W. Washington St., will have farm-fresh lavender creations, treats and vintage décor items.
• The River House Bakery and Cafe, 120 W. Bell St., will host local artists with food and bakery items.
• Pacific Pantry, 229 S. Sequim Ave., will be open until 7 p.m. with a rotation of local artists.
For more information, including adding a venue or an artist to the listing, call Renne Emiko Brock at 360-460-3023 or email renneemiko@gmail.com.
