Aug 01 Saturday
“Every piece I create, from the humblest tumbler to the most baroque sculpture, makes a statement about isolation, striving, access, perseverance, boundary pushing, and the pursuit of excellence. I believe my presence in the field as a working-class Black man, striving and excelling in a field occupied chiefly by society’s most privileged (whitest), is a powerful artistic and political gesture. “—Jason McDonald
Glass vessels evocative of the highly ornamented Baroque style, black silhouettes embedded in scenes on ancient pottery vessels, and medallion reliefs of Black figures all abide in the deliberate, expansive practice of Jason McDonald. McDonald’s visual language is deeply rooted in research of ancient histories, traditional techniques, and race. Here, contemporary ideas blend and transform tradition with caring attention to detail, precision in thought, and beauty. Motivated by glass—with its magical properties, myriads of endless possibilities and potential—McDonald’s devotion lies in the desire to refine the craft, making his hands more familiar and knowledgeable with each replication. Through his repetition and re-imagination of these historical forms, the objects transform into sculptures and vessels of time, carrying with them the essence of centuries-old traditions, as well as McDonald’s commitment and insertion of the representation and notions of Black identity. With a commitment to the craft that transcends his own work, McDonald diligently carves out space for those who will follow him through mentoring and the creation of his own glass studio, which he has named Ideal Conditions.
Organized by Tacoma Art Museum and curated by Victoria Miles.
Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy roller-skating parrots, circus performers, inspiring artists, border collie athletes, sand carvers, a 25-foot rock wall, and so much more!
Presented by WSECU
MOPOP is now serving the Brunch Bundle, a weekend experience that includes museum admission and brunch for two for just $100. Reserve your spot in advance and indulge in a morning of specialty entrées and endless discovery. Come hungry for eggs, icons, and everything in between.
The Brunch Bundle Menu
Each bundle includes coffee or juice, plus one brunch entrée per guest from a curated menu:
- Eggs Your Way: two eggs, toast, choice of bacon or sausage, hashbrowns or side salad
- Black Garlic Caesar: romaine, black garlic dressing, croutons, parmesan crisp
- Seasonal Fruit Dutch Baby: local seasonal fruit compote, whipped cream, maple syrup
Please note: alcohol and gratuity not included. Advance online purchase is required.Party of three? No problem. Add additional guests (up to four total) for $50 each.
Childhood's End Gallery presents Form a Line, a group exhibition of new work by four distinct Pacific Northwest artists. Finding common ground in bold representation of the natural world, Kathy Anderson, Colleen Cotey, Sara Gettys, and Julia Janeway each bring a practiced sensitivity to their chosen mediums. Through processes that remove material or add it, these four artists present new works rooted in an intimate knowledge of place and material.
Sponsored by KNKX. The Proctor Arts Fest celebrates 30 years of art, music, food, and community in the heart of the Proctor District! Join us for a day-long street festival featuring local artists, live music, delicious food, and everything that makes Proctor special. Stop by KNKX's booth at 27th & Proctor and say hello!
Experience the vibrant culture of Punjab at A Day in Punjab on August 1 at Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall.
It’s all about sound this year at this free, family-friendly celebration, which features music, culture, food, and traditions of the Punjabi and Sikh communities. Experience the warm connection and wave of nostalgia from music and everyday sounds that so many in the local Punjabi community grew up with.
Celebrate the soulful "Sounds of Punjab” with music, songs, and energetic beats from artists including Piano with Arjun, Canadian band mehfilaaley, Punjabi Likhari Sabha, Emerald City Dholis Punjabi drum group, and Sikh religious music by Gurmat Sangeet Intiatives.
Get up close with rare and iconic instruments at the Traditional Punjabi Instruments Exhibit, learn about the musical traditions within Sikhism, and then try playing these instruments at the Interactive Music Workshop.
Other performances at the festival including AmaSingh Vikram’s magic show and traditional Punjabi dance performances from Baaghi Bhangra and Ardab Mutiyara Giddha. There will also be a Sikh Turban tying demo, open dance floor, kids’ activities, and a photobooth.
A Day in Punjab is part of Seattle Center Festál, a year-round series of 25 free cultural festivals.
Learn more about Festál (seattlecenter.com/festal).
Live meditative marimba music on summer Sundays. All ages welcome.
Join musician Erin Jorgensen for an hour of meditative marimba music on Sunday mornings this summer. Bring your own blankets and pillows to the Whim W'him space on Queen Anne hill (a gorgeous refinished church) and re-set your nervous system with the help of a beautiful sounds of a 5-octave concert marimba. All ages are welcome! Sessions recur on Sundays this summer at 11:30am.
Pay what you can - donations accepted at the door.
Northwest Expressions, the popular summertime exhibition, brings together 50 works by 35 Northwest artists. Assemblage, paintings of many kinds, sculpture, fiber art and mixed media collage are together in Northwind Art's spacious Jeanette Best Gallery. Come see the Juror's Choice Award winner, "Northwest Island" by Marian Morris, and then cast your ballot in the People's Choice Award voting box. The gallery is free to all, including well-behaved dogs, and open 12 noon to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays (closed most Tuesdays and Wednesdays). More info and images await under the Shop heading at https://northwindart.org.
Be inspired by exhibiting artist Carletta Carrington Wilson as she shares her explorations and observations about the complex meanings objects can hold and how they inform her artistic practice. An audience Q & A and reception to follow.
Wilson’s exhibition, Object Lessons, is on view at BIMA this summer.
This program brings together music of different worlds — from the shimmering colors and elusive moods of Ravel’s Miroirs to the poetic atmosphere of Medtner’s Fairy Tales(Skazki), inspired by vivid characters such as Ivanushka the Fool and Cinderella.Rachmaninoff’s four piano transcriptions of his songs exhibit another side of his musical language — intimate, lyrical, and deeply expressive. The program is completed by Rachmaninoff’s Musical Moments op.16 — a cycle of powerful and richly varied musical scenes.An evening of imagination, poetry, and emotional depth through the many voices of the piano.
Details:
This concert is a ticketed event and will begin promptly at 4pm and last until 5:30-6pm, with a brief intermission. Please plan to arrive about 15-20 minutes early for check in and seating.
No children under 6 years old are allowed. Ages 6-12 are free. **If you plan to bring children you MUST notify us beforehand so we can plan accordingly - otherwise we may not have enough seats, ticket holders have the right to seats first.
