Spectrum | NWAA Newsletter | July & August 2026

NWAA’s Monthly Newsletter for Artists & Patrons of the Arts July & August 2026

What’s Happening?

6th Annual Artist Attic Sale - September 26th
Call to Artists - Fiber + Flair - Deadline August 28th
Save the Date - Best of the Northwest Fall Show, Nov 6-8
New Cultural Connections Artist - Karthika Kizhepat
Welcome to Our New Board Members
Connect with us to be part of Cultural Connections, Small Community Focus and Young Artists Showcase

The 6th Annual Artist Attic Sale

It’s the perfect place to pick up affordable gifts for the holidays!

Saturday, September 26th, 10am - 3pm

844 NE 78th St, Seattle 98115

Fairview Church in Seattle’s Maple Leaf Neighborhood

Anyone can reserve space to sell art-related items. 6x8 indoor space for $50 or 10x10 outdoor space for $75. Click to reserve a space today!

Buy Booth Space

Call for Artists Now Open, Deadline August 28th

Fiber + Flair: A Wearable Art Marketplace

This exciting new event is open to all artists creating handmade jewelry, clothing, hats, leather goods, scarves, watches — any wearable art.

40 booths available in various sizes, special exhibits, live demos, wine garden, artist prizes, and giveaways.

Limited space available, apply now! Deadline August 28th

Apply to Fiber + Flair

More Info About Fiber + Flair

Save the dates for the Fall Best of NW Show in November

Get exclusive VIP access to see the art before the crowds arrive

Our Fall event starts with a special VIP Preview on Friday morning from 11am to 2pm.

Your VIP Preview ticket includes:

Complimentary assorted pastries
Custom mocktail
Delicious treats
Live music while you sip and shop
A chance to win special prize drawing of a gift certificate for artwork

Become a Patron of the Arts member before the Fall Show and receive 8 complimentary passes to the VIP Preview!

The Fall Show is open to the public and all ages: Fri, 2pm-7pm, Sat, 10am-6pm and Sun, 10am-5pm.

Enjoy seeing 115+ talented Northwest artists in all mediums.

General admission prices are $5 advance and $8 day of the event, with ages 12 and under entering for free during these hours. In honor of Veterans Day, active and retired military personnel receive free admission with ID.

Find exciting treasures for yourself or a gift for someone special.
Look for artists in action and see how the artwork is made.
Enjoy a meal or snack from local food trucks and coffee selections throughout the weekend.
Special Exhibit by Women Painters of Washington Make sure you see them in the Gallery!
Vote for your favorite art booth for a chance to win a $200 PCC Community Market Gift card.
Tickets go on sale in September

Become a Patron of the Arts member before the Fall Show and receive 8 complimentary passes to the VIP Preview!

Fall Show Info

Become a Patron of the Arts

New Featured Cultural Connections Artist, Karthika Kizhepat

“Every canvas I paint holds a story within it. Specializing in a contemporary figurative style, I use acrylics and mixed media to explore the immense strength, presence, and resilience of women. The true heartbeat of my art remains this universal feminine experience.”

“As a South Asian-American artist based in the Pacific Northwest, my canvas becomes a space where diverse worlds meet. Infusing my work with the deep jewel toned colors symbolic of my Indian heritage, I often ground these women within the rich biodiversity of my home in Washington. This allows me to share traditional stories while honoring the community and natural beauty that surrounds me today.

Each piece is a celebration of presence, the enduring bond to my roots, and the beauty found in both nature and the human spirit. I believe that art should do more than simply fill a space; it must spark a connection.” - Karthika Kizhepat

More About Cultural Connections

Join Us in Welcoming our New Board Members

Crystal Goodwin has several masters degrees in communications, curriculum, and instruction. She assisted the team with the Spring Best of the Northwest Show and is excited to meet more artists in the Fall.

“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.”

Nenette Santos has worked for twenty years in the financial services industry and has already helped NWAA network with other businesses and nonprofits in the region.

“Don’t just be anyone but be the ONE.”

Karen Conley is an english composition and journalism teacher. She was excited to assist with the Spring Show and is eager to help the NWAA in any way she can.

Her favorite quote:

“Democracy is a very bad form of government, but I ask you never to forget that all the others are so much worse.” - Winston Churchill

Nathan Woldstad is a Senior Market Research Professional and is excited to help the NWAA Board with analytics to improve our marketing strategies.

His favorite quote:

“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” - Gandalf (J.R.R Tolkien)

Holly Ann is a fine artist and tattoo artist and has already begun assisting us with social media outreach.

Her favorite quote:

“Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will." - Suzy Kassem

Find Out More About NWAA Programs

Do you know a young artist? NWAA is looking for artwork from talented artists from grades 6-12 to be featured in the Young Artists Showcase on our website. Artwork can be submitted by a student, parent, or teacher.

Connect with us to apply today!

NWAA strives to include artists from the wealth of diversity in the Pacific Northwest. This includes people of color, Indigenous people and other diverse groups. This program highlights the spirituality, functionality, and beauty in the works of the many gifted artists throughout our region.

Apply to be a featured Cultural Connection Artist at the next Best of the Northwest Show.

Sxwo’le Anchor - Dan Friday

NWAA fosters the power of art within communities throughout the Pacific Northwest region.

We are looking for “small towns” (about 10,000 population or less), where art is at the heart of the community, so we can bring visibility to the art and artists.

If you would like to submit a community or an organization that could be featured in our Small Community Focus, please contact us here.

Northwest Art Alliance's mission and goals include expanding general and targeted outreach to all communities and artists to better serve artists' needs and help sustain support for their vocation. NWAA connects artists to the broader community through it's shows. Artists would not have this critical exposure without this connection.

Northwest Art Alliance produces three or more in-person shows each year with 1000+ artists represented during the last three years (unduplicated count). NWAA needs community support and donations to continue its mission. Please consider a tax-deductible donation to our non-profit organization. Thank you for continued support of our art programs and events!

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