Sipping Sundays: Mimosa Mocktails, Art Demos, and Music.

Mimosa Mocktails on Sipping Sundays

Embrace Sipping Sundays
All through March at Fairweather’s!
Mimosa Mocktails while enjoying LIVE music.

Join us each Sunday from 1 to 3 pm.

Our talented resident artist, Agnes Field, hosts the event.

Offering a LIVE art demo.

 


Artist AGNES FIELD takes a “matter-of-fact approach to painting and making objects. She improvises, and reuses found materials along with the paint, amplifying the intended meaning.”

Field has a Master’s in Studio Fine Art from New York University. She is now acting president of the non-profit Astoria Visual Arts and Visual Arts Curator @KALA exhibition space. Field has participated in many juried exhibits and residencies.

SAVE Sundays in March

SIPPING SUNDAYS with Mimosa Mocktails 1–3 pm

March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
SIPPING SUNDAYS (TM)
Free Mimosas and Music

  • We are a premier source for stylish, chic, unique furnishings, art, and extraordinary accessories: glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, and sculpture.
  • We have supported a remarkable fine art collection for nineteen years. It includes an exceptional group of regional artists in traditional and transitional styles.
  • We also show contemporary art like realism, impressionism, and emerging art.

Since 2006

Beautiful things emphasize tranquility and timelessness; this is Fairweather.

To read more about the artists, go to:

https://fairweatherhouseandgallery.com

 
 

What an honor! Fairweather House and Gallery received the 2024 Retail Excellence Award!

The Retail Excellence Award is for those with skilled retailing and attention to detail in aesthetics, atmosphere, location, and merchandise.

This award recognizes a retailer who has proactively changed market trends, embraced new technology or ideas, and has strong relationships with employees and customers. They have adapted and excelled through every new fad, trend, or innovation.

“Retail is more than just selling products—it’s about creating an experience. The Retail Excellence Award honors a business that embodies attention to detail, atmosphere, aesthetics, and an exceptional selection of merchandise. This year’s recipient is a business that has turned shopping into an art form.

For over 19 years, Fairweather House & Gallery has been a cornerstone of the historic Gilbert District, offering an ever-changing visual experience that blends fine art, unique furnishings, and extraordinary accessories. Step inside, and you’ll find an impeccably curated collection of glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, bronze, sculpture, ceramics, and jewelry—all brought together to create an inspiring and unforgettable space.

But this award isn’t just about the business—it’s about the vision behind it. That vision belongs to a creative force whose career has shaped the world of interior design, fine art, and high fashion. From her early days as an artist and teacher to owning multiple galleries, designing interiors for the Parade of Homes and the Street of Dreams, curating award-winning Portland Grand Floral Parade displays, and even working with Ralph Lauren, Denise has spent a lifetime refining the art of beauty.

And rather than keeping that talent in the corporate world, she brought it here—to the Oregon Coast. In 2006, she founded Fairweather House & Garden, which evolved into Fairweather House & Gallery in 2010, becoming a premier destination for fine regional art and design. Denise doesn’t just follow trends—she sets them, constantly pushing the boundaries of style and transforming spaces into places of timeless beauty and tranquility.

We honor a business that has elevated retail to an experience of discovery and inspiration.”

Katie McCloud, Executive Director Seaside Chamber of Commerce 

What an honor! Fairweather House and Gallery received the 2024 Retail Excellence Award!

Melissa Jander: Emotional Expressions in Oil. SETTING THE SCENE exhibition.

“Morning Light” by Melissa Jander.

 
“Morning Light and Timeless Treasures” 14×11 oil $675 by Melissa Jander
 
 
 

“Reflections of Spring” by Melissa Jander

 
 
 
“Reflections of Spring” 12×16 oil $585 by Melissa Jander
 

“Garden of Blooms” by Melissa Jander

 
“Garden Blooms” 10×8 oil $375 by Melissa Jander
 
 

Artist Melissa Jander opened her new art gallery in the charming town of La Conner, Washington, last fall. Nestled between the beautiful Swinomish Channel and the vibrant farmlands of Skagit Valley, La Conner has long been a haven for artists and art lovers alike. She is excited to add her unique voice to this inspiring community.

Artist Statement

“I aim to create art that resonates with the viewer’s emotions through the use of color, shape, and expressive brushwork. The natural beauty surrounding us in the Pacific Northwest is truly inspiring and serves as a constant source of motivation for my work. This inspiration may come from the rugged charm of a rocky coastline and its crashing waves or from a cluster of graceful, luminescent blooms catching sunlight by a window.” — Melissa Jander

Some artists who have significantly influenced my work include Pierre Bonnard, Édouard Vuillard, and Paul Cézanne, as well as contemporary artists like Anne Redpath and Winifred Nicholson. I admire the freedom these artists exhibit in their creations and the emotions they convey. Painting in this manner brings me immense joy, and I feel grateful to share it whenever possible. 

Artist Bio

Melissa Jander is an accomplished artist known for her contemporary impressions, such as oil paintings. She has a diverse educational background in technical drawing, architecture, graphic design, and foreign language and literature. Melissa has also received art instruction from art institutions such as the Loveland Academy of Fine Art, the Gage Academy, and the Art Institute of Seattle. Various organizations, including Women Artists of the West, The American Impressionist Society, and Oil Painters of America, have recognized her work. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival chose Melissa to create the official 35th-anniversary poster. She seeks to stir emotions through shape, color, and expressive brushwork. 

Galleries

612 Broadway Street
Seaside, Oregon 97138
503-738-8899

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128 S First Street, Suite 4
La Conner, WA 98257
360-592-3819

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Celebrating 21 years, Seaside First Saturday Art Walk is a free event in the Historic Gilbert District between Holladay & Broadway in downtown Seaside—courtesy parking at Holladay & Oceanway. Meet artists, see art, and hear live music.
March 1, 5- 7 pm.

Fairweather House and Gallery

612 Broadway Street

Seaside, Oregon

Opening reception for Setting the Scene, an exhibition focusing on Pacific Northwest artists’ original art.

Featuring textiles by Cicely Gilman, gemstone art by geologist  Charisse Mai, pastels by Greta Lindwood, oils by Melissa Jander, and en plein works by Bev Drew Kindley. 

Seaside acoustic musician Jason Lambert provides LIVE music.

We are also celebrating our 19th year of telling stories of the exceptional NW artists who have selected Fairweathers to display their work.  

  • A premier source for stylish, chic, unique furnishings, art, and extraordinary accessories: glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, and sculpture.
  • For nineteen years, we have supported a remarkable fine art collection created by an exceptional group of regional artists, which includes traditional and transitional styles.
  • We also display contemporary art like realism, impressionism, and emerging art.

Since 2006

Made by NW Hands ™

Beautiful things emphasize tranquility and timelessness; this is Fairweather.
 

Setting the Scene. March first. Seaside First Saturday Art Walk @ Fairweather’s.

  Fairweather House and Gallery is setting the scene on March 1st to open the first Seaside First Saturday Art Walks for the year.
 

Celebrating 21 years, Seaside First Saturday Art Walk is a free event in the Historic Gilbert District between Holladay and Broadway in downtown Seaside. Courtesy parking is available at Holladay and Oceanway. Meet artists, see art, and hear live music.

Fairweather House and Gallery
616 Broadway Street
In the Historic Gilbert Block Building
Downtown Seaside
March 1, 5–7 pm
 
The opening reception for Setting the Scene is an exhibition that will focus on original artworks by Pacific Northwest artists and unique pieces Made by NW Hands (TM).
 
  • For the upcoming spring season, works by textile artist Cicely Gilman,  gemstone art by Charisse Mai, pastels by Greta Lindwood,  oil paintings by Melissa Jander, and en plein air works by Bev Drew Kindley.
  • Introducing clay art by Dan Peccia and handmade glass by Bob Heath and Christine Downs. 
  • Lecture about the mindset of choosing green in the art of display by gallerist/ owner D. Fairweather, member A.S.I.D., Allied Member American Society of Interior Designers.
  • LIVE music by Seaside acoustic and guitar musician Jason Lambert between 5–6 pm.
 
 
Celebrating 21 years this year, the Seaside First Saturday Art Walk is a free event in the Historic Gilbert District between Holladay & Broadway in downtown Seaside—courtesy parking at Holladay & Oceanway. December 7, 5- 7 pm.

We are also celebrating our 19th year of telling stories of the exceptional NW artists who have selected Fairweathers to display their work.  

  • A premier source for stylish, chic, unique furnishings, art, and extraordinary accessories: glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, and sculpture.
  • For nineteen years, we have supported a remarkable fine art collection created by an exceptional group of regional artists, which includes traditional and transitional styles.
  • We also display contemporary art like realism, impressionism, and emerging art.

Since 2006

Made by NW Hands ™

Beautiful things emphasize tranquility and timelessness; this is Fairweather.
 

  • A premier source for stylish, chic, unique furnishings, art, and extraordinary accessories: glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, and sculpture.
  • We have supported a remarkable fine art collection for nineteen years. It was created by an exceptional group of regional artists and includes traditional and transitional styles.
  • We also show contemporary art like realism, impressionism, and emerging art.

Since 2006

Made by NW Hands ™ is a brand that embodies the spirit of craftsmanship and creativity. Every product is carefully crafted. We aim to bring unique designs to life. We celebrate the artistry and dedication that goes into handmade goods. Our commitment to quality and sustainability guarantees that each item meets the highest standards. Each item also contributes positively to the community and environment. Discover the essence of our work. This is where tradition meets innovation. Every piece tells a story of passion and skill. It invites you to experience the unparalleled charm of handmade creations.

Beautiful things emphasize tranquility and timelessness; this is Fairweather.

To read more about the artists, go to:

https://fairweatherhouseandgallery.com

Discover Peg Wells’ Journey: Art in Cold Wax and Encaustic

Distance Flowers, encaustic, by Peg Wells.

What is the difference between cold wax painting and hot wax encaustic painting, you ask?
The key difference between “cold wax” and “hot wax encaustic” is that cold wax is a medium that is used at room temperature, mixed with oil paints, and does not require heat to apply, while hot wax encaustic is a paint made from melted beeswax and pigment that needs to be heated to a molten state to be applied and fused to create layers in a painting; essentially, “cold wax” is a technique used with oil paints, while “encaustic” is a distinct painting medium that relies on heat to fuse layers of wax together. 

Flowers at the Shore, cold wax, by Peg Wells.

And, a back story.

Peg Wells had her art in a gallery under the sunny skies of Arizona, where she became a hotshot at hot wax encaustic painting—literally! After the pandemic, her daughter, a doctor, suggested a move to the Pacific Northwest. While touring a senior housing development in charming Charrboneau, Peg was practically bouncing at the thought of having enough space for an art studio. But then came the shocking revelation that she uses a blow torch—cue dramatic music—as her art suddenly became a fire hazard, and poof! The studio space vanished faster than a magician’s rabbit.

Do not worry; the artist embraced the challenge, as so many creative souls do, and passionately mastered the mesmerizing art of cold wax painting. She also found space in another location to continue to paint in hot wax encaustic.

It’s an extraordinary time of year at Fairweather’s, with new, stunning original art! We are also celebrating our 19th year of telling stories of the exceptional NW artists who have selected Fairweathers to display their work.  

We are dedicated to excellent storytelling through unique vignettes, visual designs, and displays. The tables are dressed for a sneak peek into the approaching cultural arts season. The Gallery is constantly evolving with new ideas. Visit now, and you can expect something new and different. 

Fairweather House and Gallery

612 Broadway Street

Located in the Historic District

Downtown Seaside

Winter hours

Open Thu, Fri, and Sat, 11- 4 pm/ Sun 11-3 pm

  • A premier source for stylish, chic, unique furnishings, art, and extraordinary accessories: glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, and sculpture.
  • For nineteen years, we have supported a remarkable fine art collection created by an exceptional group of regional artists, which includes traditional and transitional styles.
  • We also display contemporary art like realism, impressionism, and emerging art.

Since 2006

Made by NW Hands ™

Beautiful things emphasize tranquility and timelessness; this is Fairweather.
 

https://fairweatherhouseandgallery.com

Shop Exclusive Heart-Themed Collection for Valentine’s Day.

Pouff textile hearts with a love note pocket by Pat Tulip. $30-35 each.

Vintage fabric.

Hand stitched.

One-of-a-kind.

Czech glass earrings, carved glass, and diachronic glass earrings by Mary Truhler.

New 2025 unique heart collection.

Here now.

$35- $45 pair.

It’s an extraordinary time of year at Fairweather’s, with new stunning products arriving for Valentine’s Day, February 14th! We are also celebrating our 19th year of telling stories of exceptional crafts. And, with wonderous excitement, we welcome selected Northwest artisans to the Gallery.

We are dedicated to excellent storytelling through unique vignettes, visual designs, and displays. Tables are dressed for Valentine’s gift-giving. The Gallery is constantly evolving with new ideas. Visit now. You can expect something new and different. 

And, too, sharing a story published in the official 2025 Travel Guide for Seaside, Oregon…
Shop Seaside Section
Upper Broadway/ Historic Gilbert District

“Excellent shopping across the bridge in the historic 1914 Gilbert Block Building, which houses Fairweather House and Gallery (612 Broadway). It is considered one of the preeminent fine art destinations on the North Coast.”

Fran’s Chocolates from Seattle are a delightful treasure waiting to be savored!

Starting at an exhilarating $20, the possibilities are endless!

Exquisite Valentines overflow with decadent assortments of the most indulgent confections: award-winning salted caramels, rich dark and velvety milk chocolate truffles, and irresistibly chocolate-covered nuts that tantalize the senses.

One-of-a-kind vintage Papyrus hand-made Valentine’s Day cards.
$15-$20
Embellished Cards – with Coordinating Envelope and Gold Envelope Seal 

Fairweather House and Gallery

612 Broadway Street

Located in the Historic District

Downtown Seaside

Winter hours

Open Thu, Fri, and Sat, 11- 4 pm/ Sun 11-3 pm

  • A premier source for stylish, chic, unique furnishings, art, and extraordinary accessories: glass, paintings, photography, wood, stone, and sculpture.
  • We have supported a remarkable fine art collection created by an exceptional group of regional artists, showing traditional and transitional styles for nineteen years.
  • We also display contemporary art like realism, impressionism, and emerging art.

Since 2006

Made by NW Hands ™

Beautiful things emphasize tranquility and timelessness; this is Fairweather.
 
Fairweather’s is entering its 19th year with a mission to champion Made in the USA, artists from the Northwest, and one-of-a-kind products.   We are dedicated to deepening connections with guests, visitors, and our community—inspired ideas with what matters most. Indeed, you can expect something new every month.  

https://fairweatherhouseandgallery.com