We aim to keep the arts alive in our community.

September First Friday Artwalk

Join us for The First Friday Artwalk on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 6pm – 8pm.

Locations:

Scott Milo Gallery, 420 Commercial Ave

Featuring Anacortes 98221 artists for the month.  Come see new gold leaf and acrylic paintings by Leo Osborne, in addition to his sculptures.  Also showing is a new body of mesh work by Lanny Bergner in the theme of Feathers.  Bergner will also be present to sign his new book “The Art of Metal Mesh Basketry”.  Our show is balanced out by colorful, oil landscapes by Keith Sorenson; small format plein air gouache paintings by Tiffanie Mang and landscape pastels by Irene Graham.   We also have a great selection of new jewelry, glass, sculptures and custom tables.

The Studios Above Scott Milo Gallery, 1010 5th Street

Visit the studios above Scott Milo Gallery and see boldly painted florals and interior still lifes in oil by Cathy Schoenberg and sculpted oils by Michael Clough and watercolors and prints by Elizabeth Ockwell. Climb the stairs and see exciting paintings, prints and sculptures.

Amelia Kaiser Art Studio, 501 Commercial Ave

Amelia Kaiser shares the joy of nature, adventure, and simple living through her art. She works in watercolor and acrylic, creating whimsical illustrations and striking Pacific Northwest landscape paintings in her downtown Anacortes studio, and is best known locally for her "Greetings from Anacortes" postcard mural at 8th and Commercial. She is currently booking commissioned paintings and mural projects for 2026

Adrift Restaurant, 510 Commercial Ave

Featuring acrylic paintings on canvas by Bob Hogan.  Hogan offers a variety of local landscapes and seascapes for your collection and he has an extensive following here in the region.

MoonWater Arts, 702 Commercial Ave

Join us in welcoming Judy Rekevics, longtime Anacortes resident, with her beautiful art. Judy loves the creative process and her work includes acrylic, gelli print, and more. In addition, MoonWater Arts will be registering students for the much anticipated Fused Glass Classes for October through December. Classes fill quickly. In preparation for the upcoming holiday season (I know right) MoonWater is receiving beautiful work every day. See you soon!!!!

Wellness for Life, 708 Commercial Ave

Join us to enjoy artwork by local artists and check out our selection of services we offer.

Elle Nicole Collective, 718 Commercial Ave

Ellē Nicole Collective will be showcasing some of their designed in-house products and new arrivals!  Come see their apparel, lifestyle brand accessories, stationery, home goods and more.  They always have just what you are looking for.