New Samish gallery showcases fine Coast Salish art
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December 03, 2009 - 11:00 AM

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Outstanding work by Coast Salish and other Native artists can be seen at the new Samish Gallery of Native Arts, above. The building’s exterior decorations are the work of Samish carver William Bailey.

The Samish Gallery of Native Arts offers exquisitely crafted works by master tribal artists in an elegant, museum-like setting.

The gallery, a showcase for well-known, as well as emerging, Coast Salish artists, currently features such artists as Quinault/Isleta Pueblo sculptor and printmaker Marvin Oliver, Puyallup painter Shaun Peterson, Musqueam contemporary printmaker Susan Point and Tlingit carver Israel Shotridge.

Samish Indian Nation Councilman David Blackinton, who is in charge of the new venue, said a goal is to display art of the highest caliber that will inspire local youth.

“It’s the picture window, so to speak. We want to encourage the young artists,” he said.

The gallery opened quietly during the Anacortes Arts Festival. It offers works by artists from Alaska to Oregon, but focuses on the designs and traditions of the Salish Sea region.

“We wanted to focus on Coast Salish, whether it’s traditional or contemporary,” Blackinton said.

Now, with most pieces in place, the Samish Nation is ready for a grand opening celebration 4-6 p.m. Saturday at the gallery, 708 Commercial Ave. The public is welcome and refreshments will be served.


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