SEQUIM — The First Friday Art Walk will celebrate with a brown-themed event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at various venues in downtown Sequim.
Maps for the self-guided tour are available at www.sequimartwalk.com.
Special events in November include:
• The Blue Whole Gallery, 129 W. Washington St., will host an opening reception for “Nature vs. Machine” from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The exhibit showcases paintings by Molly Chris White and ceramics by Mike Middlestead.
The exhibit contrasts the organic complexity, adaptability and intricate systems of the natural world and the precision and efficiency of human-made technology.
Both White and Middlestead share their interpretations of that theme with the art in this exhibit.
White, a former teacher, focuses on nature through whimsical interpretations of animals.
“I love capturing the expressions of animals,” White said. “The theme for this show has been a fun challenge for me. Combining a horse with a steampunk background takes whimsy to a whole new level.”
Middlestead, a retired Coast Guard aircraft mechanic, has combined his love of ceramics with the mechanical aspects of his former life.
“I’m very comfortable with machinery and all the parts that make up a piece of equipment,” Middlestead said. “For this show, my pieces combine nature and metal through clay. I love learning new processes when I am creating my art. I’ve learned a lot making these pieces.”
“Nature vs. Machine” will be on display from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays throughout November.
For more information, visit www.bluewhole gallery.com.
• The Sequim Arts Commission will host a reception for its new exhibit, “Black and White,” from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Karen Kuznek-Reese Gallery at the Sequim Civic Center, 152 West Cedar St.
For the exhibition, the city invited artists to interpret the classic palette of black, white and a range of grays in any way they saw fit. The resulting submissions explore duality, balance, tension or harmony and celebrate the timeless contrast of light and shadow, form and texture, simplicity and complexity.
Musical entertainment and light refreshments will be available during the reception.
The exhibit will remain on display at the civic center through Jan. 21.
For more information, call Sarah Hurt, the city’s arts coordinator, at 360-582-2477 or email shurt@sequimwa.gov.
• The Sequim Museum and Arts, 544 N. Sequim Ave., will feature the “Pop-Art” exhibition by Cammry Lapka in the Judith McInnes Tozzer Art Gallery.
Lapka is a comic book artist and illustrator based in Port Angeles who also uses acrylics, watercolors, alcohol markers and ink for traditional art.
• Pondicherri, 121 E. Washington St., will host artist Kathy Nichols demonstrating how to create a Christmas tree group or an ornament design.
Attendees are invited to participate and create their own with the provided art supplies.
Participants should RSVP at 360-681-0954 although walk-ins are also welcome.
• The A. Milligan Art Gallery, 520 N. Sequim Ave., has added new pieces to its Chiaroscuro exhibit in the main gallery.
• Forage Gifts and Northwest Treasures, 121 W. Washington St., will feature its annual Evening Sweets and Treats Holiday Tasting.
• Wind Rose Cellars, 143 W. Washington St., will present the Jessie Lee Trio from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Sequim Spice and Tea, 139 W. Washington St., will have unique art, including glass, pottery, illustration and local artists’ photography.
• Rainshadow Cafe, 157 W. Cedar St., will host live music by Dawn and Steve from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Sofie’s Flowers, 127 W. Washington St., will host its Holiday Kickoff with artful creations from local artists and decorative pieces for the fall season.
• La Petite Maison Blanche, 213 E. Washington St., will feature uniquely curated gifts and festive treats throughout the shop.
• 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.
• Alder Wood Bistro, 139 W. Alder St., will have artisan wood-fired local, seasonal organic food and artwork from community artists.
• Pacific Mist Books, 122 W. Washington St., will offer an eclectic mix of new and vintage books, cards and gifts, including local authors and artists.
• Over the Fence, 118 E. Washington St., will showcase local makers.
• Western Wanderer, 108 W. Washington St., will host live music, decorative storytelling apparel and creative conversations.
• The River House Bakery and Cafe, 120 W. Bell St., will serve a limited dinner menu from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and display works by local artists.
• Soup in the Alley, 138 W. Washington St., will feature a rotation of local artists, live music and treats.
• Pacific Pantry, 229 S. Sequim Ave., will be open until 7 p.m. with a rotation of local artists.
• Pacific Mist Books, 122 W. Washington St., will offer a mix of new and vintage books, cards and gifts, including local authors and artists.
For more information, including adding a venue or an artist to the list, call Renne Emiko Brock at 360-460-3023 or email renneemiko@gmail.com.
Molly Chris White will show “Fetch!” throughout November in the “Nature vs. Machine” exhibit at Blue Whole Gallery in Sequim.
“Aleutian Express in Winter,” a photograph by Steve Jones, will be part of the exhibit “Black and White,” which will be on display in the Karen Kuznek-Reese Gallery at the Sequim Civic Center through Jan. 21.
Suzan Noyes’ “Chinese Vase” will be part of the “Chiaroscuro” exhibit at the A. Milligan Gallery in Sequim.
“Mushroom Dragon” by Lapka Cammry will be on display in the Judith McInnes Tozzer Art Gallery at Sequim Museum and Arts during Friday’s Art Walk.
