Join us for first Saturday ART WALK!
5pm to 8pm, Saturday, February 7th
Hearts and Flowers! A happy, uplifting February theme, by our talented artist members.
Sip light refreshments, linger with beautiful work, with a backdrop of freshly painted walls while enjoying mid-winter art sparkle.
More Love…
Port Townsend Gallery often surprises people. What may seem at first like a traditional space is, in fact, a lively, artist-run gallery that is always evolving. The work rotates frequently, artists are actively creating new pieces, and the gallery itself changes with fresh ideas and thoughtful presentation.
Everything here is original, professionally made work—created and sold directly by the artists. That direct connection is what makes the work accessible, not a compromise in quality. You’ll find an intentional range of media and styles, from painting and sculpture to jewelry, glass, and ceramics, curated to show the many ways creativity shows up. Whether you’re a serious collector or simply exploring what catches your eye, the space invites curiosity and discovery.
At the same time, we’re mindful of the larger moment we’re living in. As nonviolence, resistance, and protest resonate throughout the art world, we’re reminded why art—and community—matter so deeply.
“I began this writing project for Northwind with the idea of more love. I stand by that as the way forward,” says Martha Worthly, Executive Director of Northwind Arts.
We stand with that sentiment. Art has always been a place for connection as much as expression. Our hope is to keep weaving human connection, creativity, and love into the work we share and the community we build—welcoming everyone in, whether you’re just looking or ready to live with art every day.
New from Beverly McNeil
This is a Horned Grebe in winter plumage, photographed earlier this week at Neah Bay.
The photo is available as part of Bev’s card stock collection, along with many of her favorite subjects. You may also find it offered as a 5 × 7 print, matted and ready to frame.
You’re simply looking down at the grebe in this image—nothing has been altered or changed after the photograph was taken.
ART LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:
Anne Schneider
Join Anne and Carol Nielson in creating original Valentine’s Day cards at Northwind Art School
class on February 5 th from 1:00- 4:00 pm at Fort Worden. Registration is now open at
northwindart.org. All supplies are provided. Just bring your scissors and we will be ready to work.
Coming in March: More collage fun with Anne Schneider. Rock wrapping with Sue Stanton,
plus Brian Iverson offers an opportunity to enter the world of glass art. Lampworking, also known as flameworking or torchworking, is the art of melting and shaping glass rods or tubes with a high-temperature torch to create decorative objects like beads, marbles, and small sculptures. March 20, 21 and 22 . Interested? Learn more here: Northwind School of Arts
Brian Iverson/Ivy Glass continues to teach, along with Port Townsend Glassworks live glassblowing demos, classes and blow your own sessions at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds (Mac's Building) every Sunday from 12pm-5pm. Stop by to watch and inquire about classes.
Phil Carrico will be teaching an introduction to printmaking class this spring through Northwind Art. He's excited to share his knowledge of this intricate process that has been around for centuries. Details Here: Northwind School of Arts
We’re a colorful crew of active artists, dreaming up new work, cheering each other on, and joyfully sharing our love of art—because creativity is simply better when it’s shared.
With Appreciation,
Addy, Andrea, Ann, Rebekah, Anne, Barbara, Beverly, Brian, Cathie, Diane, JoAnn, Kathy, Kristen, Kay, Maegan, Margaret, Martha, Melissa, Mitchel, Pat, Nancy, Phil, Sally, Sue, Susan, Suzy, Tom, Will.
Visit Port Townsend Gallery, 715 Water St. Open daily 10–5 | (360) 379-8110 | porttownsendgallery.com
Artist Highlights:
Kay Gaul is advancing her skill, by taking a painting class from Jill Carver at the Scottsdale Artists' School in Arizona in early February. The class is on landscape design and composition. Check out Kay’s newest paintings, now unveiled, at the gallery.
Pat Herkal’s hummingbird has been accepted into the Birds of a Fiber 2026 | SAQA - Studio Art Quilt Associates The annual group exhibition features avian-inspired fiber artworks. Unique quilts, fiber sculpture, weavings, and embroidery created by diverse regional and global artists will be on display in the first-floor galleries of the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum.
Phil Carrico’s “A Moment of Awe" (pictured right) is on exhibit at the Kirkland Arts Museum for a print show sponsored by Seattle Print Arts. There were only 40 artworks chosen. The show runs from January 16th through February 19th. Stop by if you're in the neighborhood.
ART AROUND TOWN:
Andrea Guarino-Slemmons photography (40+ pieces) are on display at Uptown Dental. Feel free to drop in during open hours.