Port Angeles Fine Art Center
Upcoming Events
Beauty and Resilience- From Dismantling to Ecosystem Recovery
July 12 - September 8, 2024
Thursdays- Sundays | 11AM-5PM
Join us on a visual journey as we explore the artistry evoked from the renewal of the Elwha River. Through the eyes of artists who have come alongside researchers, engineers, tribal members, and advocates over the last 10 years in the process of dam removal and restoration, we see the beauty, resilience, and sublime power of this river ecosystem. Their artwork celebrates the spirit of collaboration and perseverance that made this restoration possible.
Uptown Arts District Launch Party!
Saturday, July 27th | 3-6PM
At: Buena Luz Bakery
Help us celebrate the official launch of the Uptown Arts District with the first commissioned artwork along the Lauridsen Blvd! The unveiling of a new mural by local artist Gianna Andrews at Buena Luz Bakery will mark a milestone for the City of Port Angeles and the Uptown Arts District. Enjoy delicious food, drinks, music and community and we celebrate the fantastic first artwork for the Uptown Arts District!
Craft in Public
Sunday, July 28th and August 25th | 1-3PM
Join the Northwest Spinners and Fiber Arts Association in the PAFAC courtyard for Craft in Public. Bring your fiber art or craft projects and work on them in the company of other spinners, weavers and knitters. Bring your supplies and a fold out chair. Free and open to the public.
Yoga in the Woods
Instructor: Chad Segars
Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30PM | Returning in August!
Bring your yoga mat and a friend to Webster's Woods for weekly yoga in the meadow! No sign-up is required for this donation-based class led by Chad Segars. Join in the meadow on Tuesdays throughout the summer.
Second Saturday Art Walk - Native Poets Group
Saturday, August 10th | 3-4PM
FREE
We will be kicking off our Second Saturday Art Walk festivities early in celebration of poets who have written works inspired by the Elwha River. Join us in the courtyard at 3PM to hear the diverse body of work from nationally recognized, local and native poets who helped to spearhead a collective book in honor of this amazing watershed. Many of the poems you will hear emerged from the Indian Voices Workshop led by Suz Bennett and facilitated by Alice Derry and Kate Reavey.
Second Saturday Art Walk- Featured Artist: Darrell Charles
Saturday, August 10th | 4-6 PM
FREE
This month we are excited to announce our featured artist, Darrell Charles.
Enjoy our extended hours to see the Beauty and Resilience exhibition in the gallery and meet our featured exhibit artist Darrell Charles. Darrell will give a brief talk followed by a live demonstration of the traditional carving techniques he uses!
Drinks will be available for purchase. Free and open to the public.
String & Shadow
Or So It Would Seam: A Giant Puppet Voyage into the Hidden Universe
Thursday, August 22nd | 6-8PM
Combining larger than life puppetry with magical realism, String & Shadow returns to Webster's Woods to perform an all new show- "Or So It Would Seam: A Giant Puppet Voyage into the Hidden Universe". Bring a blanket and picnic, get your ice cream from Welly's, and prepare to be delighted by this show of giant puppets, colorful stilt-walkers, original storytelling, and live music featuring a cast of 13 performers/musicians.
Space is limited, so get your tickets in advance.
Introduction to Underwater Photography with John McMillan
Thurs., Aug 29th | 5-7pm and Sun., Sept 1st | 12-3pm
$155 PAFAC Members | $165 General Register for workshop here.
Join us for this exciting two day workshop that will introduce you to the world of underwater photography led by "Beauty and Resilience" artist John McMillan. Day 1 will take place at the PAFAC gallery and introduce participants to technical, equipment, and logistical instructions. Day 2 will be at the Elwha River where participants can apply the lessons in the field. This workshop has more safety, gear and ability requirements than most of our workshops. Please read all of the information at the link below before registering.
An Elevated Evening at the Esther Webster Estate
Art Auction and Fundraiser for the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center
Friday, September 13th | 6-9PM
$30 advance tickets | $35 at the door
Join us on Friday, September 13th from 6-9PM as community supporters, art lovers, and art makers gather for an elevated evening at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center to enjoy unique art, catered light bites, and a no host bar of signature cocktails/mocktails in celebration of the transformative power of visual and community inspired arts.
Poetry Picnic with Jaiden Dokken
Friday, September 27th | 4-6PM
Come join Clallam County Poet Laureate, Jaiden Dokken, for a Poetry Picnic in Webster's Woods Sculpture Park at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. Wander the woods, enjoy a picnic, and write poems in response to the sculptures around you. This a bring-your-own picnic event, so pack something tasty!
This is a casual, self-directed event; come be in leisurely, poetic community with others.
*PAFAC restrooms close at 5pm.