Please help us welcome Laila Van Dyke, our student artist of the month for January. Music, nature, and experiences are...
Read More
An Artist Cooperative Gallery
The Blue Whole Gallery has been in the heart of downtown Sequim, Washington for over 25 years and has been recognized as a regional fine art center. The gallery displays work from over 25 local artists with expertise in oil, acrylic, watercolor, photography, digital artistry, ceramics, glass, wood, jewelry and more. Our artists are dedicated to our award-winning gallery where we exhibit and sell our artwork as well as engage with the vibrant arts community in our area. We always have something new and exciting to discover. Our main gallery is re-hung every four weeks to coincide with Sequim’s monthly First Friday Art Walks. Works created by our members are as varied and invigorating as the natural splendor of the Olympic Peninsula. We are also a cooperative gallery and self-organized. Members supply artwork to the gallery as well as work in the gallery on a regular basis completing the duties needed for the day-to-day operations of the gallery as well as special functions and projects. The name of the gallery comes from a term pilots use to describe the “blue hole” in the skies above Sequim, which contrasts with the normally cloudy Pacific Northwest. The hole in the clouds was changed to whole to convey the concept of wholeness in terms of the overall diversity of media and styles represented in our gallery.Current Exhibition
Best Of the Blue Whole Gallery — January 2024
As the chill of winter settles in, the Artists of the Blue Whole Gallery invite you to experience the warmth of artistic expression in their captivating window display throughout the month of January.
Despite the cold outside, the Blue Whole Gallery promises a cozy and inspiring environment for art enthusiasts to gather and immerse themselves in the creative beauty of both 2D and 3D art. The gallery’s talented artists have carefully curated a selection of their best works, transforming the windows into a vibrant exhibition that transcends the boundaries of the traditional gallery space.
At our January 5th First Friday event, visitors will have the opportunity to meet the artists in person, gaining insight into the creative processes and inspirations behind each masterpiece. The gallery serves as a melting pot of artistic talent, and this window display offers a glimpse into the diverse and thought-provoking world of contemporary art.
“We wanted to kick off the new year with a burst of creativity and provide our community with a visual feast,” says Barb Boerigter, a founding member of the Blue Whole Gallery. “Despite the cold weather, our gallery windows will radiate warmth and inspiration. It’s a wonderful way to start 2024 surrounded by the transformative power of art.”
Don’t miss this opportunity to jump-start your new year with a celebration of artistic talent and creativity. Visit the Blue Whole Gallery throughout January to witness the extraordinary works of local artists, and perhaps find the perfect piece to add to your own collection.
Laila Van Dyke – Student Artist of the Month – January 2024
Please help us welcome Laila Van Dyke, our student artist of the month for January. Music, nature, and experiences are the sources that inspire Laila’s creativity. These influences pervade her work: Conceptually, her lived experiences set the tone for the pieces she creates and nature inspires characteristics such as form, composition, and color. “My artistic journey has drawn me to a place where I find peace in a world of experimentation and where I enjoy exploring how ambiguity can inspire meaningful dialogues. My art examines themes relating to the intricacies of life and is meant to encourage viewers to participate in self-reflection while promoting an evaluative analysis of human nature and societal structures.”
To view Laila’s art and read more about her artistic journey, visit the Blue Whole Gallery Mon-Sat 10-5pm.
Upcoming Exhibitions
Sheri Whetstine and Terri Biondolino— February 2024Gallery Hours
Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sundays 11am – 3pm
Closed Sundays in January
129 W. Washington St. Sequim, WA 98382
360-681-6033
