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X-WR-CALNAME:Bellingham · arts · Wednesday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chalk & Art Park Day DTSTART:20260923T164500Z DTEND:20260923T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T184435Z UID:2cd63slvimq1nqv1ioo7rp1mfd@google.com CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T184435Z LOCATION:1400 N State St ste 101\, Bellingham\, WA 98225\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Max Higbee Center Group Program Activity Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://maxhigbeecenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In the Studio: Puddle of Fun DTSTART:20260923T170000Z DTEND:20260923T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070514Z UID:10006965-1790157600-1790181000@www.whatcommuseum.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:From droplets to puddles and oceans to streams\, water comes i n so many shapes and sizes! Celebrate the wonders of water in all its diff erent forms with a tidal wave of crafts and activities this September. In the Studio is a self-guided\, self-exploratory play-to-learn\, make-and-ta ke space for young inquisitive minds to imagine\, create\, and innovate. \ nReady\, set\, splash! Jump into fall with a rainy-day paint resist. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070514Z LOCATION:Family Interactive Gallery\, The Lightcatcher\, 250 Flora Street\ , Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States URL:https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/in-the-studio-puddle-of-fun/2026-0 9-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Whatcom Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.whatcommuseum.org/visit/buildings/old-city-hall/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist's Corner: Pop Prints DTSTART:20260923T170000Z DTEND:20260923T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070514Z UID:10007000-1790157600-1790181000@www.whatcommuseum.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Visit the Artist’s Corner in the Family Interactive Gallery Studio\, which focuses on artists from around the world. The Artist’s Co rner offers young guests an opportunity to explore a variety of materials and mediums to create art inspired by the featured artist. With Hard Edge / Soft Ground closing on September 20th\, we’re taking the month to cele brate famous pop art Roy Lichtenstein. Lichtenstein’s bright colors\, bo ld outlines\, and unique use of Ben-Day dots paved the way in the Pop Art world. Explore his explosive style with crafts inspired by Lichtenstein’ s landscapes. \nPut the “POP” in Pop Art! Use bubble wrap to make a st unning print inspired by the artist’s famous Sunrise painting. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070514Z LOCATION:Family Interactive Gallery\, The Lightcatcher\, 250 Flora Street\ , Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States URL:https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/artists-corner-pop-prints/2026-09- 23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Whatcom Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.whatcommuseum.org/visit/buildings/old-city-hall/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Studio Painting Class DTSTART:20260923T180000Z DTEND:20260924T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T000843Z UID:448@whatcomartcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Open Studio Painting has found a wonderful new home at the Wha tcom Art Center in Fairhaven\, where this beloved program continues to sup port artists seeking growth\, inspiration\, and community.\n\nAs we begin this new chapter\, we've made a few thoughtful changes to the format. Each session has been expanded from five to six hours\, allowing for deeper im mersion\, more individualized instruction\, and extended painting time. Wh ile tuition has increased to $87 per session\, we will meet one less day e ach month\, creating a schedule that remains manageable while providing a richer and more focused studio experience.\n\nDesigned for painters of all skill levels\, this guided studio intensive offers a nurturing environmen t for regular practice\, meaningful feedback\, and artistic development. L ed by artist and instructor Trish Harding\, each six-hour session combines individualized easel-to-easel instruction with essential art principles\, medium-specific guidance\, and practical insights into building a life as an artist.\n\nEach class begins with a supportive critique of current wor k\, followed by optional demonstrations\, discussions\, or presentations f eaturing influential artists to inspire fresh ideas and creative explorati on.\n\nWhat You'll Learn:\n\n How to better understand and harness the un ique qualities of your chosen medium\n Core artistic principles that stre ngthen technique and visual impact\n How to speak about your work with cl arity and confidence\n Professional approaches to presenting your artwork and developing your art business\n Expect authentic feedback\, practical encouragement\, and a welcoming community that honors every artist's uniq ue voice.\n\nWe conclude each session with our heartfelt "From the Heart" Critique\, offering thoughtful suggestions\, celebration of progress\, and supportive next steps.\n\nInstructor: Trish Harding\n\nCost: $87\n\nClass size: 10\n\nAge groups: Adults\n\nMediums: Oil\, acrylic\, watercolor\, s oft pastels\, charcoal\n\nExperience level: No experience required\n\nMate rials to bring: Easel\, painting supplies\, reference photos and sketches\ , and bag lunch\n\nRegistration and payment: Please visit Trish Harding we bsite to book your spot.\n\nInstructor email: trish.c.harding@gmail.com\n\ nInstructor bio\n\nTrish was born in Washington State and grew up on Lummi Island\, literally feet from the water’s edge with a magnificent view o f Mt Baker at the same time. She has always felt a part of the Salish Sea. Her formal art training includes Western Washington University and the Ac ademy of Art University San Francisco. \n\nTrish is owner of Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO in Bellingham WA which has proven to be the h ot spot in the region for leading edge art and art education. Trish not on ly teaches painting at Studio UFO she also has been teaching at Whatcom Co mmunity College and Portland’s Creative Arts Community at Menucha\, both for 25 years\, and countless workshops around the Pacific Northwest\, inc luding museums and art centers. She is an art trip leader to such places a s Paris\, San Miguel De Allende\, Mexico City\, Yellowstone\, Ghost Ranch\ , Palm Springs & Victoria Canada. She has facilitated the Annual Downtown Bellingham Plein Air Paint Out and Exhibition (PAPO) event for 16 years fo r which she received The Bellingham Mayor’s Arts Award. In 2017 Trish wa s selected as the Skagit Valley Internation Tulip Festival Poster Artist. Her image received the Gold Pinnacle Award from the International Festival s & Events Association for Best Commemorative Poster that year. Serving as an art commissioner for the City of Bellingham Mayor's Office provided he r with a unique opportunity to foster and contribute to the creativity wit hin Bellingham's vibrant art community. As a past president of the NW Past el Society Trish established digital entries and newsletters effectively u pdating the society to the digital age. Her work is in permanent collectio ns throughout the region and is the recipient of many awards. Her most rec ent accomplishment is being invited into the esteemed Women Painters of Wa shington Organization. In June of 2023 she and husband Tom moved back to h er childhood home\, Lummi Island\, to be able to paint closer to the edge of the Salish Sea than ever before. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T000843Z LOCATION:Whatcom Art Center\, 1105 11St\, Bellingham\, Washington\, 98225\ , United States URL:https://whatcomartcenter.org/events/open-studio-painting-class-3/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bellingham Illuminations X-SOURCE-URL:https://whatcomartcenter.org/events/bellingham-illuminations- art-in-a-new-light-2 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR