Intimate Concert Series: Patrick Porter
Patrick Porter is a songwriter, seasoned performer, and a proud Seattleite! He plays with many different local bands, skillfully backing up some of Seattle's favorite musicians - but this night is all about him!
Please join us for this evening of music & friendship as we enjoy Patrick's immense talents!
Refreshments served-This is a 'pay what you feel' at the door event with all contributions going to the musician.
See you at the event-music plays 6:15-7:45
October Opening Reception for “Forest Dreaming”
Take a walk through a forest of amazing art!
Large scale paintings in both oil & acrylic adorn the gallery's walls during the month of October. Please join us to celebrate the inspired work of Chuck Gumpert, Brooke Borcherding, David Harrison, Cheryl Zahniser, & guest artist Jannelle Loewen.
Refreshments served and lots of artists to chat with!
October Artwalk
We are so proud to be part of the West Seattle Artwalk and even prouder to be showcasing the beautiful artwork of Chuck Gumpert, Brooke Borcherding, David Harrison, Cheryl Zahniser, & guest artist Jannelle Loewen! Stop in during Artwalk and take a walk through our painted woods!
Intimate Concert Series: Gretta Harley
Once named one of the "50 Women Who Rock Seattle” by the Seattle Weekly, Gretta Harley has been playing music in Seattle since the early ‘90s in rock bands, and solo.
A composer, Gretta has also written for orchestra, chamber music and piano. She co-wrote “These Streets,” a play about the forgotten women of the “grunge era” which played to sold out audiences at ACT. Gretta’s new band, Mettle Lark, plays around Seattle. Her new songs are compositions for our time. Songs of hope, love and courage in a changing world.
This will be an evening to really enjoy Gretta solo, and soak up her beautiful soul through the music and lyrics she creates.
suggested $20 donation at the door.
seated event
complementary refreshments served.
September Artwalk
Take a walk to the gallery during the September West Seattle Artwalk! Did you know there are at least six other Artwalk venues within a block of the gallery that also participate in Artwalk? Make an evening of it and meet some amazing local artists!
Our Sept exhibit 'A Touch of Architecture' features Leon Lowman, Jay Lazerwitz, Garreth Schuh, Reeve Washburn, & Joanne Shellan!
September Opening Reception for “A Touch of Architecture”
September's exhibit is entitled 'A Touch of Architecture' - A group show by Jay Lazerwitz, Leon Lowman, Joanne Shellan, Garreth Schuh, & Reeve Washburn.
If you love bold lines, color, composition, design, and texture - this is the show for you!
The artists will be here to chat with you and explain their processes and inspirations. Hope to see lots of art lovers at this opening reception of a fantastic show!
August Artwalk
We love a good summertime Art Walk!
The August Art Walk has lots to celebrate:
City Scene paintings by Brooke Borcherding, Robin Weiss, and Christine Sharp PLUS a special Artwalk pottery sale with visiting ceramic artist Loren Lukens!
We can't wait to see you there!
Intimate Concert Series: MoonGirl
We love it when MoonGirl comes to play! Their mix of sultry, versatile vocals, soaring harmonies, and warm acoustic instrumentation merge to create a sound that truly captivates. Favorite covers that will have you singing along mixed with clever original compositions!
Complimentary Refreshments Served - $10-$20 per person donations requested to the band!
August Opening Reception for “City Views”
Seattle is such a beautiful city, so naturally we are all drawn to art that depicts the city we love so well!
Please join us as we showcase the city themed art from three of our long time favorite artists: Robin Weiss, Brooke Borcherding, and Christine Sharp!
Enjoy some refreshments and talk to the artists about their inspirations and processes!
Intimate Concert Series: Jen Ayers
Join us for a night of music and storytelling by local singer, songwriter, recording artist and playwright Jen Ayers!
This will be an evening of beautiful music and heartfelt lyrics. Hope to have you with us!
Refreshments served - $20 suggested donation per person goes directly to the artist.
July Artwalk
It's time for the July Artwalk!
Drop in and chat with our artists while local musician Timothy Scallon plays his beautiful guitar music in the background. Have a glass of wine and a snack and then mosey on to the next stop on your Artwalk map!
This month we feature artists Billy Kincaid, Lisa Lamoreaux, Steffanie Lorig, and Debbie Bianchi!
Hope to see you during this great second Thursday tradition in West Seattle!
July Opening Reception for “Fantasy”
The mind of an artist is a amazing thing!
For the month of July we enter four magical worlds, all created with paint and imagination by artists Debbie Bianchi, Billy Kincaid, Lisa Lamoreaux, and Steffanie Lorig!
The artists will all be in attendance and eager to talk with guests about their inspirations and processes!
Treat yourself and attend this fun Opening Reception party!
Bubbles & small bites will be served.
Intimate Concert Series: Randy Weeks and the Silent Treatment
Randy Weeks has been described as the “consummate songwriter’s songwriter." He describes his music as “60's-70's era country rock, rhythm and blues, and swampy rock n roll. Mostly originals.”
This is a seated 'living room style' concert.
Bring $20 per person for the band, and we'll provide the wine & snacks. This will be a great night of music!
Pop Up Weekend at the Gallery!
We are so excited to host the 'Feather in the Wind' pop up group in our upstairs Annex Sat & Sun June 27th & 28th Noon - 6pm both days!
This will be an entire weekend of festivities! Upstairs the group show features: Kassie Hennessey, Tracy Mintz, Jody Wally, Barrie D'Angelo, & Peggy Nelsen.
Downstairs we will have visiting jeweler Johanna Lindsey! Outside, artist Brooke Borcherding will be painting plein air all day on Sunday!
There will be a house full of artists upstairs & downstairs, refreshments served, and lots of smaller affordable art forms!
Its a mini festival!
June Artwalk
It's Artwalk night in West Seattle!
We love being part of the West Seattle Artwalk on the 2nd Thursday of each month.
Please pop by while you are out Art-Walking to see the art of Joanne Shellan, Steve Jensen, Christopher Mathie & special guest artist Carolyn Autenrieth and her sea life ceramics!
June Opening Reception for “Waves”
This month's exhibit is all about PNW water views!
Christopher Mathie, Joanne Shellan, & Steve Jensen present their interpretation on the subject matter of ‘Waves’
Join us for this Opening Reception to chat with the artists & view their powerful & beautiful work! Special short artists talks presented this night by Joanne Shellan & Christopher Mathie about their exhibits-this is a night you won’t want to miss!
Refreshments served - See you there!
Intimate Concert Series: McPage & Powell
Mary McPage and Jevon Powell have been bringing audiences to their feet since 2003. Their original music runs from soulful rhythm & blues, to roots rock and pop, as well as fresh covers of old favorites. Influenced by musicians like Clapton, Petty, Patsy, and Etta James, they write great songs with rich harmonies, catchy hooks, and danceable beats.
Join us for a sit-down concert (unless you feel the urge to get up and dance!)
$20 suggested donation at the door goes to the band. Refreshments served.
May Artwalk
The May Artwalk will be a lovely time to stroll the neighborhood, stopping in neighborhood shops to view some local art on a Spring evening!
our place will be full of artists and friends to talk with so stop by while you're out Art Walking!
May Opening Reception for “Embracing Color”
We are splashing our walls with gorgeous color for the month of May! Please join artists Scott Gellatly, Cheryl Zahniser, Lezlie Jane, Leigh Knowles, and Chris Holt as they brighten things up!
Come meet the artists at this great Spring art event. Refreshments served.
Intimate Concert Series: Tekla Waterfield and Jeff Fielder
Join us for a beautiful evening of music with Seattle based singer/songwriter Tekla Waterfield - Winner of Best Female Artist (2026) International Acoustic Music (IAMA's) - Tekla incorporates elements of folk, country, indie, rhythm and blues, creating a wide-ranging sound unified by her dynamic vocals and point-of-view storytelling.
Waterfield will be performing with her husband and musical partner, guitarist/producer Jeff Fielder. Together the duo present lush, harmonic Contemporary American Roots.
Join us for this seated concert with complementary refreshments
$20 suggested donation at the door goes to the musicians!
April Artwalk
What could be better than walking the neighborhood during the West Seattle Artwalk in Spring! Drop in, meet the artists, and enjoy some refreshments during this fun community night of art!
April Opening Reception for “Abstract Thoughts”
Please join us for the Opening Reception of 'Abstract Thoughts' featuring the art of Chuck Gumpert, C.A. Pierce, Leon Lowman, & Arlon Rosenoff! Color, movement, and artistry will be on display in a variety of styles! This is a special exhibit for our abstract lovers!
Intimate Concert Series: MoonGirl!
We love it when MoonGirl comes to play! Their mix of sultry, versatile vocals, soaring harmonies, and warm acoustic instrumentation merge to create a sound that truly captivates. Favorite covers that will have you singing along mixed with clever original compositions!
Complimentary Refreshments Served - $10-$20 per person donations requested to the band!
March Artwalk
We love being part of the West Seattle Artwalk! Please stop by as you are out 'Art-Walking' to see our six fabulous paper-based artists being featured in March: Lea Basile-Lazarus, Joan Stuart Ross, Reeve Washburn, Zia Gipson, Leigh Knowles, & Karen Dedrickson!
If you love mixed media-this is the exhibit for you!
Demo Day with our paper artists!
Have you ever wondered how a paper artist creates their work? There is nothing like an informal demo in the gallery to help clear up some of your questions! We will have three fabulous artists skilled in making art on paper; Karen Dedrickson, Reeve Washburn & Lea Basile-Lazarus, all set up at stations around the gallery demonstrating & explaining their processes. Stop in for some refreshments and see how these great artists do what they do!
March Opening Reception for “Paper Dreams”
Artists Zia Gipson, Lea Basile-Lazarus, Joan Stuart Ross, Reeve Washburn, Leigh Knowles, & Karen Dedrickson are all masters of creating art with paper! This group exhibit will showcase skills in monotype, block printing, joomchi, sumi ink drawing, and paper making! This show is about fiber, texture & creativity!
Join us for the Opening reception to chat with these fine artists-this is a chance to better understand their fascinating processes!
Intimate Concert Series: Kelly Hyde & Joey Vallentine
We love a small intimate concert in the gallery! Please join us for this lovely evening of music with Kelly Hyde & Joey Vallentine - we set out the chairs, provide refreshments, and we all pitch in a contribution to the musicians! (suggested donation $10-$20 per person) Join us for some beautiful music!
February Artwalk
We have a Kaleidoscope of colors to warm you up as you walk the neighborhood during our February Artwalk! Join artists Brooke Borcherding, Leon Lowman, Christopher Mathie, Christine Sharp, & Steffanie Lorig to view what they have created!
February Opening Reception for “Kaleidoscope”
Join us as we kick off a dark cold month with vibrant colorful art! The February featured artists are-Leon Lowman, Brooke Borcherding, Christopher Mathie, Steffanie Lorig, & Christine Sharp! Come meet the artists during this 2 hour reception and immerse yourself in their kaleidoscope of colors!
Intimate Concert Series: MoonGirl!
What a treat it is to have one of our favorite West Seattle bands come play a small concert for us in the gallery! This will be an cozy evening with friends and gorgeous music-Come join us!
We'll provide the refreshments & you bring the cash contribution for the band!
January Artwalk
We are so proud to be part of the West Seattle Artwalk and even prouder to be showcasing the beautiful artwork of Lisa Lamoreaux, Scott Gellatly, Joanne Shellan, & Robin Weiss, as they interpret the theme 'People Places & Things'
Join us!
January Opening Reception for “People, Places, & Things”
Please join us in welcoming artist Scott Gellatly to the Alki Arts family! Scott is an accomplished painter & instructor from the Portland area, and we are thrilled to be showcasing his work! Scott is joining our long-time artists Lisa Lamoreaux, Robin Weiss & Joanne Shellan as featured artists for the month of January, as they each present a body of work that takes us into the worlds of their imagination!
Come meet the artists and take a walk into their visions!
Refreshments served.
Intimate Concert Series: Michael Powers
Michael Powers is a nationally recognized talent that just happens to live in West Seattle - Lucky us! If you love guitar or would simply enjoy basking in the sounds of this inspired composer, please join us for this great performance in a cozy setting!
We will be asking $20 per guest which goes directly to the performer.
Complementary refreshments served-Join us
December Artwalk
Please drop by for the last Artwalk of 2025! We will have hundreds of small works by many of your favorite Alki Arts artists!!!
Join us for this celebration of art & community and allow us to thank you for your art loving support all year!