CLOSING CELEBRATION JANUARY 18
NEW EXHIBIT OPENING: LIFE FORCE
OPENING CELEBRATION JANUARY 30
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The Field Hall Gallery hosts rotating exhibits highlighting local and regional artists. Gallery hours are 10AM-2PM Monday through Saturday, plus one hour prior to most events. Private group tours are available by appointment; please email gallery@fieldhallevents.org to make arrangements.

STRONG PEOPLE, STRONG ARTISTS | EXHIBIT CLOSING CELEBRATION

JANUARY 18 | GALLERY OPEN 10AM - 2PM | CLOSING CELEBRATION 12PM - 2PM

As the exhibit “Strong People, Strong Artists” draws to a close, join us for an afternoon of storytelling, conversation, and cultural connection on January 18th from 12PM to 1:30PM. Stories will be shared by three distinct Indigenous storytellers: Jamie Valadez from the Elwha Tribe, Chris Jones from the Port Gamble Tribe, and Mackenzie Grinnell from the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe. After the storytelling, there will be time for conversation and reflection until 2PM.

This special event takes place during the gallery’s regular hours of 10AM – 2PM, so come early to explore the remarkable works of art featured in the exhibit, celebrating the strength, resilience, and creativity of celebrated Klallam artists from the Elwha, Jamestown, and Port Gamble Tribes.

The “Strong People, Strong Artists” exhibit is a tribute to the enduring spirit of Indigenous culture and the remarkable talent of its people. Don’t miss your chance to experience it before it closes on January 18th!

This is a free event, no RSVP needed. 

NEW EXHIBIT OPENS JANUARY 30: LIFE FORCE

Colorful painting of blues musician John Jackson painted by local artist Tracy Grisman, with the title Life Force and January 30th exhibit opening date.

OPENING CELEBRATION JANUARY 30 5PM - 7PM

Local artists Carolyn Heryford Watts and Tracy Grisman’s paintings are showcased side by side in LIFE FORCE. 

On January 30th, join us for the opening celebration featuring live music with The Hot Club of Port Townsend. The jazz manouche trio includes Tracy Grisman (bass), Bobbi Nikles (violin), and Jessica Logan (guitar). Enjoy a casual French Bistro atmosphere and remarks with the artists and gallery curator. This event is free and open to the public.

A posthumous show of Carolyn’s organic, meticulous design of shapes of color inspired by her years spent nature-walking on the beach and looking under the microscope while running the phlebotomy lab at Providence Hospital in Seattle. Her work is presented alongside Tracy’s expressive depictions of musicians from years of connecting through
music and caring for others as a registered nurse. LIFE FORCE is the alchemy when two artists meet and share their stories and work: depictions of life in it’s organic forms – micro to macro, cellular to human.

Gallery hours are 10AM – 2PM Monday through Saturday. Admission is free, donations appreciated. Private tours are available by request – email gallery@fieldhallevents.org to arrange a tour.

LIFE FORCE will remain on display at the Field Hall Gallery through April 6th. 

LIVE PORTRAIT SESSIONS

Tracy Grisman’s portraits of local volunteers capture their unique dedication to community through Tracy’s expressive style. Stop by Field Hall to watch Tracy painting live on the following dates: 

Monday, January 13th • 12PM – 5PM 

Sunday, February 2nd • 12PM – 5PM 

Saturday, March 8th • 12PM – 5PM

PAST FIELD HALL GALLERY EXHIBITS

WATERCOLOR: STUDIO TO GALLERY | AUG 13 - OCT 26

The North Olympic Watercolorists (NOW) and Field Hall Gallery partnered to present an immersive journey through the world of watercolor art. “Watercolor: From Studio to Gallery,” showcased a vibrant display of unique styles, techniques, and subjects and inviting visitors to take a glimpse behind the brushstrokes through studio vignettes. The exhibit also featured works from the late Pat Donlin, a dedicated artist and arts patron whose early investment in Field Hall helped create the very space where the exhibit will take place. 

“Art is the piece of ourselves that we leave behind,” said Kayla Oakes, Director of Education & Artistic Engagement at Field Hall. “Art is our legacy, as is the community we’ve built throughout our lives. It’s very special for us to celebrate Pat’s legacy in this way.”

NOW is a vibrant community that fosters friendship, learning, and inspiration through the joys and challenges of watercolor painting. NOW supports artists at all levels in developing their talents and skills in a nurturing environment. Follow NOW on Facebook @northolympicwatercolorists for updates and more information.

“Watercolor is exciting, spontaneous, and luminous,” said Kristi Kaiser, artist and NOW representative. “Come see for yourself. We welcome all watercolorists to come paint with us.” 

Artists featured: Kristi Kaiser, Mary Hughes, Shirley Rudolf, Marilyn Hiestand, Janet Flatley, Melissa Doyle, Katie Carlson, Annette Clem, Karen Lavender Peterson, Dee Margeson, Lyn Conlan, Beverly Beighle, Suzanne Rescigna, Georgianna Seko, Kristin Warner, Barb Diekfuss, Shing Ledgerwood, Connie Drysdale, Shannon Goose, and Betsy Robins.

COLORS OF NATURE | MAY 28 - AUG 3

Art quilts, mixed-media collages, jewelry, wearable art, textile sculptures, and the hand-woven and hand-felted items were among the 70-plus pieces  displayed by 28 Olympic and Kitsap peninsula artists in “Colors of Nature.”Created by Peninsula Fiber Artists members with flax, cotton, wool, silk, beads and paper using eco-printing, custom fabric designs, hand-dyed fabric and embroidery, “Colors of Nature” celebrated fiber art in all forms.

Artists featured: Evette Allerdings, MarySue French, Barbara Houshmand, Michelle Johnson, Merrie Jo Schroeder, Lora Armstrong, Kathie Cook, Lisa Fagerlund, Lynn Gilles, Susan Melka, Marla Varner, Leslie Dickinson, Caryl Bryer Fallert-Gentry, Sue Gale, Gail Haines, Pat Herkal, Kindy Kemp, Cynthia LeRouge, Debra E. Olson, Cathie Wier, Erica Iseminger, Larkin Van Horn, Jeri Auty, Lori Goddard, Donna Moore, Terri Wolf, Donna Dowdney. This exhibit was curated by Peninsula Fiber Artists. 

Photo of two children, one holding a camera, advertising the Field Hall Gallery A Different Lens exhibit

A DIFFERENT LENS | FEB 15 - MAY 18

A Different Lens celebrates the rich tapestry of the world around us and the human experience through the lenses of five distinct photographers. With virtuosic skill, each artist offers a unique perspective to capture precious fleeting moments. Through these lenses, you are invited to engage in a visual conversation on how we collectively perceive and experience the world. This collection intends to inspire dialogue, introspection, and appreciation for the shared beauty and narratives that define our interconnectedness. 

Artists featured: Alex Bodi Hallett, Amy McIntyre, Keith Ross, Ernst-Ulrich Schäfer, and Charlotte Watts. This exhibit has been curated by Steve Raider-Ginsburg and Kayla Oakes, Field Arts & Events Hall. 

IMPRESSIONS | NOV 9 - FEB 3

Impressions: an exhibition that celebrates the beauty and diversity of human experience through the artistry of printmaking. This curated collection unites printmakers with unique perspectives and diverse cultural backgrounds that contribute to their unique stories and experiences, rooted in their heritage and intimately intertwined with the natural world.

Artists Featured: Thomas Connery, Monica Gutierrez-Quarto, Cody Hagen, Erika Harada, Nikki Jabbora-Barber, and Eileen Jimenez

Curator: Lindsey Shepherd

Photography: Nora Pitaro

sčáy ʔaʔ cə nəxʷsƛ̕áy̕əm ʔay̕c̕ɬtáyŋxʷ | CREATIONS BY THE KLALLAM PEOPLE
JULY 27 - OCT 21

In the spirit of collaboration, friendship, and education, the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and Field Arts & Events Hall partnered to produce the very first show held in the new gallery at Field Hall. The show, titled “sčáy ʔaʔ cə nəxʷsƛ̕áy̕əm ʔay̕c̕ɬtáyŋxʷ” or “Creations by the Klallam People” showcased nəxʷsƛ̕áy̕əm artists from the Lower Elwha Klallam, Jamestown S’Klallam, and Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribes.

Featured Artists: Lower Elwha artists Izzabella Bowen, Alfred Charles, Alfred Charles Jr., Darrell Charles Jr., Steven Charles, Dale Clark, Floyd Cooke, Jim Cooke, Roger Fernandes, Shawnee Joy Francis, Vicki Trudeau-Charles, Jamie Valadez, Steve Valadez, Sam White and Linda Wiechman; Jamestown S’Klallam artists Julia F. Grinnell-Borde, Dusty Humphry, Kissandra Johnson, Terry V. Johnson, Celeste Kardonsky-Dybeck and Rosie Zwanziger; and Port Gamble artists Angelina Sosa-Ives and Kelly Sullivan.

Photography: Nora Pitaro, Stacy Graves

PLEASE CONSIDER LOCAL ARTS VENUES IN YOUR END OF YEAR GIVING

Giving Stock Thursday

This Giving Stock Thursday, consider making a gift of appreciated stock to Field Arts & Events Hall. Your investment helps us bring transformative performances, community events, and opportunities for creativity to Port Angeles—all while offering potential tax benefits for you.

Turn your stocks into a lasting impact on the arts!

FIELD HALL WILL BE CLOSED NOVEMBER 28-29 FOR THANKSGIVING

The Waterfront Coffee Bar at Field Hall will also be closed on Saturday, November 30th. 

The Estill & Reba Cornett Box Office and Field Hall Gallery will be open on Saturday, November 30th from 10AM – 2PM for Small Business Saturday.

Special discounts and holiday treats available in person on November 30th.