POAC’s 49th annual ArtWalk kicks off on Friday

For the 49th time Pend Oreille Arts Council is turning downtown Sandpoint into one huge art gallery.

With 25 locations and over 100 local artists exhibiting their work, ArtWalk opens this Friday, June 12, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with artist receptions at each location. The city-wide exhibit runs through Aug. 31.

“I want everyone to come celebrate Sandpoint’s favorite summer tradition,” POAC’s Arts Administrator Claire Lutz said. “Many locations will be hosting special receptions featuring artist demonstrations, live music, refreshments and opportunities to meet the artists behind the work.”

Lutz added that this free, family friendly event gives locals an opportunity to discover local artists, explore downtown businesses, and to run into neighbors and friends who are also out enjoying our unique community spirit.

As of publication, these are the participating venues and artists: Barrel 33 (100 N. First Ave.) Artist: Dawson Owens; Burlwood Dreams (201 N. First Ave.); ArtWorks Gallery (214 N. First Ave. Artists: Artimis Alcyone, Melissa Alexandria, Dan Carpenter, Kim Cash, Bill Cox, Foster Cline, Pat Congleton, Kem Hughes Davis, Scott Dennis, Julie Ellis, Dave Gonzo, Darrell Hammond, Tyler Horton, Robin Kelly, Julia Komsky, Kathryn Larson, Maia Leisz, Cyndi E. Morgan, Scott Nye, Brandon Puckett, Ray Schmidt, Debbie Todd, Beth & Paul Viren, Sandra Willard, Debbie Ziesemer.

Northwest Handmade (308 N. First Ave.) Artists: Erin Allen, Jace Allen, Bruce Carpenter, Dolly Cline, Mark Cruson, Elissabeth Defreitas, Tessa Dwyer, Mike Elliot, Sam Frazier, Liv Giannasi, Renee Harper, Deborah Hillard, Sandi Hope, Laurie Huston, Mary Kerr, Rick Kidwell, Jim Linker, Carolyn Lynch, Mariam Marks, Bobbie Noble, Heather Mehra Pedersen, Ron Schermerhorn, Dixie Wajdic, Angela Wheat.

Outdoor Experience (314 N. First Ave.) Artist: Ed Robinson; Azalea Handpicked Style (322 N. First Ave.) Artist: Lynn Gardner; Eve’s Leaves (326 N. First Ave.) Artist: Sue Griffith; Cedar Street Studios (334 N. First Ave. Artist: Matt Lome; Sandpoint Ceramics (334 N. First Ave.) Artists: Jamie Danielson, Alina Danielson, Isla Danielson; Carousel Emporium (334 N. First Ave.) Artist: Mary Gayle Young; Grace & Joy Clothing Company (102 Cedar St.) Artist: Penny Ottley; Eichardt’s Pub (212 Cedar St.) Artist: Michaela Alise; Neiman’s Floral Market (211 Cedar St.) Artists: Catherine Earle, Sohini, Elle Summerday.

Pend d’Oreille Winery (201 Cedar St.) Artist: Heather Mehra Pedersen; AM Gallery (301 Cedar St.) The Ross Hall Collection Curated Works; Misty Mountain Furniture (502 Cedar St.) Artists: Susan Headstrand, Terrel Jones, Lori Moore; Matchwood Brewing Company (513 Oak St.) Artist: Sheila Newenham; Lisa V Fine Art (109 Main St.) Artist: Lisa V Maus; La Chic Boutique (107 Main St.) Artist: Cami Carris; Music Conservatory of Sandpoint (110 Main St.) Artist: Fiona Hicks curated by Heather Upton; Lake Life Wellness (200 Main St.) Artist: Randolph Fritz.

Pend Oreille Arts Council Gallery (313 N. Second Ave.) Artists: Jan Baird, Emily Crook, Ronald Gue, Jeff Keenan, Owen Leisy, Holly Pennington, Teresa Rancourt, Connie Scherr, Olyviah Seil, Jean Spinosa, Desiree Yandt, Iola Yandt, Mary Gayle Young; Sandpoint Books (321 N. Second Ave.) Artist: Pacia Dixon; Yellow Goat Studio (324 N. Second Ave.) Artist: Madeleine Albertson; The Speak Easy (323 N. First Ave.) Artist: Genevieve Webster.

POAC is committed to bringing arts and culture to Bonner County through visual and performing arts programs. POAC events are family-friendly, and costs are kept to a minimum to help make them affordable to the community. Funding is obtained through grants, sponsorships, and individual donations.

For more information about or to get involved with Pend Oreille Arts Council’s programs and events go to www.artinsandpoint.org or call the office 208-263-6139. The Gallery at 313 N. Second Avenue is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.