Clever celadon silk book cover with three hand-bound books with rice paper by Christine Trexel.
Hand-bound book, dyed paper, and gold tie by Christine Trexel.
Handmade bound book with screen-printed pink vintage paper.
Last call!
For April 2023, a CLEVER exhibition featuring the latest work Made by Hands ™.
Fairweather House ad Gallery
612 Broadway
Located in the Historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside
Unique pottery by Seaside artist Dawn DeRosa.
Oregon Myrtlewood sculptures by Mike Brown, pen and ink work by Vanessa K. Stokes, art by Jan Rimerman, handmade books by Christine Trexel, and textiles by Jeanne Walker.
On exhibit through April 25.
Indeed, staging CLEVER surprised us a lot in April, and we want to be sure you do not miss it.
First shout-out!
OpArt is an exhibition by selected N.W. artists
May 6-25
Fairweather House and Gallery
612 Broadway St.
Save the date and time
May 6, 5-7 p.m.
Opening reception for OpArt, an exhibition
Op art is short for ‘optical art‘. Artists use shapes, colors, and patterns in special ways to create images that look as if they are moving or blurring.
Featuring abstract art by Mike Brown in Myrtlewood, Martin Conley in gnarled maple, Diane Copenhaver in acrylics, Bob Heath in glass, Carmela Newstead in abstract oils and Peg Wells in bees wax encaustics.
Fairweather House and Gallery has become one of the historic Gilbert District’s sought-after destinations offering an ever-changing unique visual experience.
Representing a fine art collection by an exceptional group of regional artists for over fifteen years. From traditional to transitional, contemporary to realism, and impressionism to emerging art since 2006.
The front entrance display table for CLEVER, an exhibition on view through April 25. Abstract art by Cicely Gilman, landscape art by Jan Shield, encaustic art by Peg Wells, hammered jewelry by Nikki Hatt, art glass by Bob Heath, Blenko retro glass from Paul Brent, cubist wood candle sticks, Illumne candles, mid-century stemware, pottery by Marilyn Cohn, handpainted silk scarves and vintage fused glass bowl.
Clever, the art selected and its background:
Gilman’s art is from her textile designs and is made available for wellies, swimsuits, skirts, hats, and …what-evers.
Shield’s landscape floats in a traditional frame, a different presentation approach.
Well’s encaustics include shards of linen, sea glass, and what-evers.
Hatt’s jewelry is inspired from her work as a college professor in metalsmithing.
Heath’s art comes from an engineering background and intensive planning.
Brent’s glass is found in the nooks and crannies at an estate sale, clever finds.
Cohn’s pottery has a smart signature each one made different with an expressive happy face.
Close-up to show the handpainted and hand hemmed detailing on the silk scarf.
A brilliant 40×40 square of wearable art.
A friend of the artist, Jan Rimerman, crafted imaginative art cozies to protect her art in transport from the studio to the gallery, upcycling Jan’s tennis coverups.
How clever, you ask? Rimerman’s cozies reflect her directorship of the Rock…Paper…Turtle show for the Wetlands! Note the turtle appliques.
Jan Rimerman Artist/Art Administrator
Visual Art Coordinator Lakewood Center for the Arts
Curator Dee Denton GalleryDirector/Curator Rain Spark Gallery
Director Rock…Paper…Turtle…Art for WetlandsNeptune Studios
Being clever is neither born nor created, but rather forged in actions taken on behalf of one’s vision. Everybody has the basic tools being clever, but, mostly, it is about having grit.
Being clever is not the vision or the insight itself, but rather the relentlessness by which its visionary or thinker or creator pursues its realization. Cleverness is art even when it is science, is aesthetic even when it is structured, it is novel even when it is revolutionary, it is evolutionary even when it is natural. Being clever is fundamentally an aspect of character — D. Stark, Philosopher
Fairweather Gallery display featuring the creative work of fellow gallerist Miska Salemen with selected glass and accessories to complement her Octopus art.
What came first, you may ask? The planning of the display?
Art, always and in all ways, comes first.
Sharing is caring. What’s up?
Op Art, Fairweather’s May 5
Spring Unveiling, May 5-7, CB
Fairweather has connections with several fellow gallerists. Miska Studio (artist/ owner Miska Saleman), the Art Loft in Astoria (artist /owner Jo Pomeroy Crockett), Paul Brent Gallery in Panama City (artist/owner Paul Brent), the Grey Raven Gallery (artist/owner Martin Conley), and Rain Spark Gallery (artist/owner Jan Rimerman).
Those that live for the arts, support the arts.
Fairweather House and Gallery
612 Broadway St.
Located in the Historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside
The CLEVER exhibition features work crafted by hand.
Introducing unique pottery by Seaside artist Dawn DeRosa.
Highlighting Oregon Myrtlewood sculptures by Mike Brown, pen and ink work by Vanessa K. Stokes, art by Jan Rimerman, handmade books by Christine Trexel, and textiles by Jeanne Walker.
On exhibit through April 25
Indeed, staging CLEVER surprised us a lot this April, and we want to be sure you do not miss it.
Atoll hand-applied, one-of-a-kind shell mirror, 32 x 44, with driftwood garland, laser-cut zinc bowl, redwood, pewter, and leather-wrapped picture frames, shell art in shadow-box light oak picture frames, hand-made shell candle ring, nautilus shell framed art, and in the mirror reflection, encaustic bees wax art by Peg Wells, oyster duo oil on linen painting by Paul Brent.
CLEVER tablescape featuring pottery Made by NW Hands ™ from Dawn Derosa, tooled leather picture frame, hammered aluminum frame, cast silver frame, mouth-blown stemware, hammered zinc candle sticks, formed wire sphere, encaustic art by Emily Miller, hand-selected shells in to-go gift bags, and an espresso silk runner.
CLEVER gallery wall with imaginative, innovative, and carefully selected Made by NW Hands ™ works and imaginative art by Penelope Culbertson, Vanessa K. Stokes, Leah Brown, Neal Maine, and Paul Brent.
For the April Fairweather exhibition, CLEVER, we found alot of the good stuff—unexpected ideas, day-brightening displays, the latest in wearable textiles, and artsy news you just might want to know—and then sharing the pics and info to you.
Thanks to Linda Fenton-Mendehall for the photographs and to KD Fairweather, allied member A.S.I.D., American Society of Interior Designers, for the staging.
Close-up of a textile work of art, a wearable wonder by Jeanne Walker. Silk threads went cleverly wandering in a one-of-a-kind coat. One size fits all.
And, too, for CLEVER, carefully selected vintage high-end designer sample wear from RLauren, Ann Taylor, Gap couture, Abercrombie & Fitch, Tribal, and Façonnable, delightful finds in silk, linen, and cotton, mostly in sizes xs and small.
Find fashion looks from the 1980s. Durability lasts, and vintage benefits sustainability efforts.
For CLEVER, artist Jan Rimerman tailors art cozies from her former jogging outfits to protect art in transporting from the studio to the gallery; artist Vicky Combs-Snider extended art to surround the edges of spring floral works; and Jeanne Walker created fashion from scraps of silk and ribbon, layered and stitched multiple times.
Fairweather House and Gallery
612 Broadway St.
Located in the Historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside
The CLEVER exhibition features work crafted by hand.
Introducing unique pottery by Seaside artist Dawn DeRosa.
Highlighting Oregon Myrtlewood sculptures by Mike Brown, pen and ink work by Vanessa K. Stokes, art by Jan Rimerman, handmade books by Christine Trexel, and textiles by Jeanne Walker.
On exhibit through April 25
Find harmony in exquisite materials, combined with the spirit of many artists who know how to apply the mark of being in the Northwest.
“Seaside Clamming” oil on linen by Micheal Muldoon
Where to Dig
By far, the largest population of razor clams in Oregon is located on the wide beaches from Seaside north to the Columbia River’s South Jetty.
This part of northern Clatsop County is not only the best for razor clamming in the state.
Razor clams like the sand type and the fact that the beaches here have been very stable since the construction of the Columbia’s jetties during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
The remainder of Oregon’s coast has pockets of razor clam populations that, some years, can offer good clamming and sometimes huge clams.
However, these beaches can shift more and aren’t as consistent for razor clamming as in northern Clatsop County.
If you’re a fan of razor clams, the coming of extreme low tides is cause for celebration, especially in Seaside. Pick up a shellfish license, a clam shovel, and use your know-how. This part of northern Clatsop County is the best for razor clamming.
Take a note. Remember to pack your rain gear. You’ll be greeted with rainfall for at least half the time you’re up on the Oregon coastline in the spring.
“Rainey Day” original oil on linen by Micheal Muldoon.
April is a great time for traveling the Oregon Coast. Spring in general is known for lush growth, blooming plants and shrubs, abundant wildlife, great bird watching, and oftentimes bi-polar weather. High temperatures in April average in the mid to high 50s and low temperatures average mostly in the low 40s.
“Steps to the Garden” original oil on linen by Michael Muldoon
The phrase “April showers bring May flowers” is a popular saying used often during the month of April. This is typically the time when the last bit of snow turns to all rain as temperatures climb, and increased rain shower activity sparks the beginning of flowers and plants to really start blooming.
“I paint representational art on canvas in oils and humbly take inspiration from the sights found at the beaches and the flowering gardens in Seaside, Cannon Beach, and Gearhart throughout the seasons.”Michael Muldoon, FH&G
Fairweather House and Gallery has become one of the historic Gilbert District’s sought after destinations offering an ever-changing amazing visual experience.
Representing a collection of fine art by an exceptional group of regional artists for over fifteen years. From traditional to transitional, contemporary to realism, impressionism to emerging art.
A magnificent high-end mirror from Currey and Co., usually available to the trade only for significant showhouse events, is placed in the Fairweather Gallery CLEVER exhibition for April 2023.
A shell mirror from Currey and Company with fluid shapes that catches the reflection as it passes by and never lets go. Whether placed on the floor or hung on the wall, its organic curves fit naturally into the space, offering a new depth to any interior. Its unique, living form is achieved by the expertise of craftsmen who devote time to work on finding the perfectly-imperfect shell for the careful selection of the meticulous assembly around the mirror.”
Fairweather House and Gallery
612 Broadway St. CLEVER, an exhibition featuring works crafted by hand.
Introducing unique pottery by Seaside artist Dawn DeRosa.
Highlighting Oregon Myrtlewood sculptures by Mike Brown, pen and ink work by Vanessa K. Stokes, and handmade books by Christine Trexel.
Presenting a classic, vintage handmade Atoll shell mirror by Currey and Company.
It’s Spring time at the coast, and it’s the perfect time for beachcombing. With one of the most expansive beaches on the Oregon Coast, Seaside is the perfect spot to look for treasures.
Oregon’s Beach Bill secured the public’s recreational access to all beaches up the vegetation line along 363 miles of the state’s coastline.
The Seaside area is known for its abundance of limpets, moon snails, and other mollusks and crustaceans.
Take note: there is a limit of one gallon per day for collecting along the Oregon Coast (and only three gallons total within a year).
