Sandpoint showcases local artwork

The second summer Sandpoint ArtWalk kicks off Friday with 21 gallery spaces showcasing more than three dozen leading Inland Northwest artists and crafters. One of those artists is Ann Porter of Sandpoint. Known for her sculpture and installations, Porter is highlighting stained glass work in her show at the Chris Kraisler Gallery.

“Twins” is a show about “symbols that remind us of our attachments and the things we consider sacred,” says gallery owner Kraisler.

“Ann is very inventive in her images,” says Kraisler. “She doesn’t hold back and isn’t afraid to surprise or shock people. In addition, her work is extraordinarily well-crafted.”

Famed oil rub-out artist Louis Maestas of Ruidoso, N.M., is back at Artistic Impressions Gallery. Maestas’ technique involves applying blocks of paint onto a canvas, then removing it with a thumb and cotton rag to create the image.

There is “virtually no brush work in Louis’ paintings,” says gallery owner Karen Smith. “It’s like watching a negative develop.”

Speaking of negatives, the Hallans Gallery, which houses the Ross Hall photography collection, is having its grand opening Friday at 323 N. First Ave. It also shows work by Dann Hall, Hazel Hall and Dick Himes.

Live bands at five ArtWalk locations “will keep you dancing down the street,” said Lizzy Hughes, POAC executive director, in an e-mail. Listen to tunes at Arlo’s Restaurant, Sand Creek Grill, Pend d’Oreille Winery, Misty Mountain Furniture and Park Place Stage.

Self-guided tour brochures are available at area kiosks, Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, participating locations and the Pend Oreille Arts Council office at the Old Power House, 120 Lake St.

The original artwork for the cover of the ArtWalk brochure was created by Rory McCambly of Sandpoint. “Rory’s bright colors, amusing designs and stylized images make people smile,” said Hughes.

McCambly’s work is in the Main Stage Café.

ArtWalk II venues

Here’s the complete list of venues for Sandpoint’s second ArtWalk. Opening receptions are Friday from 5 to 8 p.m., with the work remaining up through Sept. 5.

• Art Works Gallery, 309 N. First Ave. — paintings by Gretchen Hellar of Sandpoint, Dorothy Modafferi of Hope, Idaho, and Barbara Field of Bonners Ferry, Idaho; ceramics by Kathleen Cassidy of Sandpoint; stained glass by Susan Dalby of Sandpoint; fused glass by Deb DeForest of Sandpoint; and gourd art by Eileen Marcotte of Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

• Artistic Impressions Gallery, 214 N. First Ave. — oil rub-out paintings by Louis Maestas of Ruidoso, N.M. Free demonstration Saturday, 2 to 4 p.m.; paid-admission art seminar Monday through Thursday, call (208) 255-4257.

• Eklektos, 502 Church St. — ceramics by David Hutchens of Sandpoint.

• Everyday Internet Café, 502 Cedar St. — ceramics by Whitney Davison of Sandpoint.

• Hallans Gallery, 323 N. First Ave. — photography by Ross Hall, Dann Hall, Hazel Hall and Dick Himes.

• Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 S. First Ave. — sculpture in the courtyard.

• Ray Kincaid Jeweler, 316 N. First Ave. — silk floral arrangements by Corene Jones of Sagle, Idaho.

• Chris Kraisler Gallery, 517 N. Fourth Ave. — “Twins,” stained glass and sculpture by Ann Porter of Sandpoint.

• Luminesce, 502 Cedar St. — oils and mixed media by Louise Evans of Sandpoint.

• Main Stage Café, 300 N. First Ave. — mixed media by Rory McCambly of Sandpoint.

• Misty Mountain Furniture, 502 Cedar St. — ceramics by Liz Zimmerman of Sandpoint. Live music.

• Mountain West Bank, 201 E. Superior — oil paintings by Elizabeth Bass of Sandpoint and photography by Marsha Lutz of Sagle, Idaho.

• Northwest Handmade, 308 N. First Ave. — “Deep in the Woods,” mixed media.

• Park Place Stage, First and Cedar — sculpture in the courtyard. Live music.

• Pend Oreille Arts Council Gallery, Old Power House Building, 120 Lake St. — “Sketchbook,” mixed media work.

• Pend Oreille Bank, 201 E. Superior St. — oil paintings by Bob Lindemann and photography by Foster Cline of Sandpoint.

• Pend d’Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St. — oils by Ruth Hargreaves of Sagle. Live music.

• Sand Creek Grill, 105 S. First Ave. — oil and pastel paintings by Diana Moses Botkin of Bonners Ferry. Live music.

• Taylor Parker Motors, 300 Cedar St. — paintings by Amy Tessier of Park City, Utah; oils by Terry Rafferty of Noxon, Mont.; stained glass by Patricia Barkley of Sandpoint; photography by Jon Shaver of Sandpoint.

• Timber Stand Gallery, inside Coldwater Creek, Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave. — oil paintings by Robert Krogle of Coeur d’Alene.

• US Bank, 201 Main St. — oil and conte works by Catherine Clark and ceramics by Daryl Sampey of Clark Fork, Idaho, and watercolors by Katherine Haynes of Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Julyamsh art show

This weekend, during the Julyamsh Powwow and Encampment at the Greyhound Park in Post Falls, the Coeur d’Alene Tribe is hosting its fourth Indian Art Show and Auction in the main pavilion.

“Artists will be displaying their extraordinary talents on all three days of the powwow,” said Cliff SiJohn, director of Julyamsh. “We are extremely proud to be showing these outstanding Indian artists from the Pacific Northwest.”

There will be acrylic and oil paintings, jewelry, beadwork and sculpture. Featured artists include:

• Washington artists George Flett and George Hill of Wellpinit; Lucille Pakootas of Nespelem; Ric Gendron of Spokane; and Terrence Gardipe of Shelton.

• Idaho artists Lori SiJohn and Paulette Jordan of Plummer, and Ramon Marillo of Fort Hall.

• Montana artists Kevin Red Star of Roberts, Jesse Henderson of Missoula and Gayle Running Wolf of Billings.

• Oregon artist John Ballou of Klamath, and Lyle Armisio from New Mexico.

The pavilion opens each day at 9 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 6 p.m. on Sunday. The art auction begins at 4 p.m. on Saturday under the gavel of auctioneer Randy Wells of Post Falls. There is no admission to the powwow or art show and auction. Parking is $5 a day.

Other galleries

• The date of the closing reception at Deer Park’s Crawford Gallery was incorrectly reported in last week’s column. The reception is today from 5 to 7 p.m. View the Pacific Northwest landscapes of Ellen Blaschke and the wood carvings of Ward Farka in the gallery, 316 E. Crawford Road in Deer Park.