They’re local celebs - Wikipedia says so

According to the Wikipedia entry for Spokane, these are the listed notable artistic celebrities hailing from the Lilac City:

“ Sherman Alexie, author (born in Wellpinit and a Gonzaga University graduate)

“ Kenneth Callahan, painter from the “Northwest School”

“ David Eddings, author of the “Belgariad” and many other books

“ Jess Walter, author of award-winning novel “Citizen Vince” and nonfiction “Every Knee Shall Bow”

“ Sarah Hoffman, a photographer whose work has appeared in movies and who has won numerous awards for her unusual photos

“ Harold Balazs, sculptor

“ Mike Krahulik, Artist for Penny-Arcade

Because it’s Wikipedia, it’s open to revision. We invite .TXT readers to list other notable artists deserving a spot on that list.