My purchases in the past two years. Above, a card "The Sincerest Form of Flattery" by Eileen Sorg.
Below, coasters "Cozy Afternoon," and "Miss Tater" by Mary Gibbs.
It, as well as Bellevue, has grown so much. Now, two festivals happen at the same time (the BAM ARTSfair and the Bellevue Festival of the Arts), so there is plenty to look at. It normally takes me about 4-5 hours to see everything, if I am up to it. I almost did not go this year, because I wasn't sure I was up to it this year, but I am really glad I went. I just love seeing all the amazing talent people have and the variety of styles. They also have good food out there, in case you are hungry. I decided to eat at home this year, before I went.
One of the most impressive pieces of work, was a sculpted dragon that really breathes fire! The artist, Gunter Reimnitz, is happy to show a demonstration of his work. I did not get a photo of the fire breathing, but there is a great one shown here. It was at the festival this year as well as last year.
Inside the Bellevue Arts Museum last year they had some intricate paper sculptures. This one was my favorite. I am not sure who the artist was, but they did a really great job.
This year, there were some interesting silkscreen and screen prints by Alex Katz. The one shown below is called, "Nichole," and in it's reflection is "White Roses."
Also, this year, was a colorful display of fashion by FEMAIL:AMPM. I really like how it seems to combine different cultures into one. It is a really beautiful display. You can read more about it here.
Outside the mall they had a sidewalk chalk artist. I missed the sidewalk chalk artist last year, so it was good to see it again. This one is done by Gabrielle Abbott.
The festival outside had so many other great things, that it would be impossible to cover them all.
Factory43 had some great whimsical pins and prints. It was one of the few booths that encouraged photos. I especially like the cat with the eye-patch, but I also like the crying ice cream cone. Their website is also pretty cool.
Last year there was an artist who used gold foil in his photo/paintings. I did not see him this year, but his name is Michael Bryant. It is hard to tell by looking at them online, but there is a wonderful looking glistening and texture when you see his works in person.
This year some artists I liked were:
Coffee on Canvas: Artwork created by using coffee as a medium. Creates a fascinating visual in great earth tones. I love the Seattle Skyline one.
Michael Rohner: Does a great job with pen and ink. Draws many animals. My favorite one is the one titled "Aeon."
Steven Vigil: Interesting style. Some look halfway finished, with paint drips. I really like "Whatever you do, Don't Run."
Some favorites were back again:
Justin Hillgrove: Always has new and great stuff. I just love his work. His work includes parody and tributes, that he makes into his own, but he has original stuff as well.
Amy Flynn: Creative and fun Fobots, made with found objects.
Diane Culhane: Colorful, story-telling art.
Last year, I added two new coasters to another coaster I bought previously by Mary Gibbs, as shown at the top of this blog. She has beautiful watercolor artwork. I especially love her cats that she draws. I had to resist from buying more coasters this year.
I did purchase some cards from Eileen Sorg. I really love how in "Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Flattery," that a bird and I think what is a grasshopper(?) try to imitate a rabbit. It is humorous, yet deep, and brilliant.
The festival is almost over, but you can still check out these artist's work at their websites or at other art festivals.
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