South Kitsap resident and artist Teri Erasmus recently opened The Bisque, a new pottery studio on Bay Street in Port Orchard. “Our goal is to bring together those that have been looking for community and connection with others,” Erasmus recently told Kitsap Daily. … read more

It can be difficult for artists to get a foot in a gallery door. Bremerton’s Collective Visions Gallery fosters accessibility by creating a space specifically for — and run by — local artists. Featuring work from more than 25 Puget Sound artists, the … read more

‘Denise Harris: Winter Rails and Tales’ The Bainbridge Island Museum of Art’s latest exhibit, “Denise Harris: Winter Rails and Tales,” is now on display and will remain on view through Feb. 1. The exhibition is showing off Harris’ miniature model train winter wonderland … read more

The Bainbridge Island Museum of Art recently announced that it is joining the national art initiative Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026. Handwork is a year-long, nationwide effort that’s celebrating 250 years of handmade crafts that define America and its history, a release from BIMA said. … read more

Nonprofit Spotlight Washington state is gifted with over 30,000 registered nonprofit organizations. Their missions are wide-ranging, but all attempt to address a significant community need, often relying completely on donor funding and an active cadre of community volunteers to do so. With federal … read more

He just sold the most challenging piece he’s ever created, and the awards are stacking up for Gig Harbor scratchboard artist Steve Hammond. He is currently contracted with the Barlow Gallery in Tacoma, where Hammond recently sold a portrait of a Native American … read more

This past September, Vista Gardens hosted its first “Art in the Gardens” fundraising event, with proceeds supporting the organization’s educational program. Art pieces by local artists expressed nature-inspired subjects, painted with watercolors, and were offered for sale to event attendees. Six artists featured … read more

From handcrafted materials to immersive art collections, the most extraordinary homes today balance restraint with richness, creating environments that feel as good as they look. It’s the love in the details — richly textured fabrics, coordinating poofs or ottomans. The well-chosen coffee table … read more

After living far removed from civilization on over 100 acres, these homeowners were looking forward to being closer to conveniences and began searching for their newest — and last — home. One that would be an easy transition to grow into in retirement … read more