Greenbank artists display work at farm
June 23, 2009 · 11:26 AM
The Race Road Fire Station in Greenbank may seem like an unlikely place to find painters, but for the last 16 years, a group of women have met there each Tuesday to create a diverse brand of art.
June 26 through 28, their art works will be on display at the Greenbank Farm for “The Greenbank Artists” annual show.
The group began painting together 41 years ago at the Greenbank Progressive Club, but moved to the fire station in 1993. Despite their name, the artists come from everywhere between Freeland and Oak Harbor.
The meeting is informal and relaxed, with artists of all skill levels. The art media includes oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastels, collages and colored pencil creations.
Watercolorist Janet Marshall-McConnell joined the club four years ago for its social atmosphere and weekly critiques.
“I love to look at other people’s work and listen to what they have to say. These people love to paint and they’re good at it,” Marshall-McConnell said.
Many of the pieces are images of the Northwest and local areas. About 17 artists will be on display.
The event will include artist demonstrations, food and drink and affordable art work. This year, the artists are only accepting cash or check. Donations can also be made for the refreshments, which will go toward equipment for the Central Whidbey firefighters.
On Friday, June 26, the event will be held at Greenbank Farm from noon to 5 p.m. June 27 and 28, the show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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