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Lectures and Events
Roy Lichtenstein and American Indian Encounters Henry Art Gallery's chief curator Liz Brown addresses the connection between the late Pop pointillist and Native American art. 6 p.m. Thurs. May 18. Tacoma Art Museum, 253-272-4258, www.tacomaartmuseum.org. Free with museum admission ($6.50-$7.50).
Jim Olson: Art + Architecture The local architect discusses his latest enlightened design for displaying art, the Ebsworth residence, which houses a significant 20th-century American art collection . 6:30 p.m. Thurs. May 18. Henry Art Gallery, 15th Ave. N.E. and N.E. 41st St., 206-543-2280, www.henryart.org. Free.
Johsel Namkung The Korean-American photographer talks about his career, his current exhibit at SAAM, and his relationship with Northwest artists Mark Tobey and Morris Graves. 7-9 p.m. Thurs. May 18. Seattle Asian Art Museum, Volunteer Park, 1400 E. Prospect St., RSVP 206-654-3226, www.seattleartmuseum.org. Free with museum admission ($3-$5).
Roger Shimomura The Japanese-American artist discusses his Pop-inspired art and "An American Diary," his series based on his grandmother's WWII internment camp diary. 7-9 p.m. Fri. May 19. Seattle Asian Art Museum, Volunteer Park, 1400 E. Prospect St., RSVP 206-654-3226, www.seattleartmuseum.org. Free with museum admission ($3-$5).
The American Dark Fable Local film critic Robert Horton discusses the link between film and visual art using film clips and the current exhibit of gothic drawings by Robyn O'Neil as his point of departure. 2 p.m. Sun. May 21. Frye Art Museum, 704 Terry Ave., 206-622-9250, www.fryemuseum.org. Free.
A Way to Work/Away for Work Independent curator Fionn Meade moderates a panel discussion about the role of artist residencies. 6 p.m. Tues. May 23. Francine Seders Gallery, 6701 Greenwood Ave. N., 206-782-0355, www.sedersgallery.com. Free.
Last Chance
Bellevue Arts Museum New Orleans artist Thomas Mann collects and frames fragments he found in the streets of his lost city in "Storm Cycle, An Artist Responds to Hurricane Katrina," while collage artist Maureen McCabe draws upon superstition, Catholicism, and wit in her odd assortments, collectively titled "Shadow Boxes, Assembled Tales of Fate, Magic, and Wit." Both shows end May 21. Also: "Rozome Masters of Japan" showcases the unique Japanese art of batik with work by 15 artists. Also: Asian textiles inform the work of two American artists in "Wrapped in Color: Kimonos by Tim Harding, Jackets by Jon Eric Riis." 510 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue, 425-519-0770, www.bellevuearts.org. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. (until 9 p.m. Thurs.), 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sun. "Rozome" and "Kimonos" end June 18.
Openings
Crawl Space Local artist Chad Wentzel ambitiously fills the gallery with 2-D and 3-D paper sculpture in "Everything I've Ever Wanted All at the Same Time." Reception: 6-9 p.m. Sat. May 20. Opens May 21, 504 E. Denny Way #1, 206-322-5752, www.crawlspacegallery.com. Noon-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends June 11.
Greg Kucera "Paintings and Watercolors," the bold and mesmerizingly geometric patterns of Everett-born (Portland-based) painter Michael Knutson, may inspire you to wear your 3-D glasses for full effect. Also: The impishly wicked humor of young Canadian artist Marcel Dzama is on display in his latest works on paper, rendered in watercolor, ink, and root beer. Reception: 6-8 p.m. Thurs. May 18. 212 Third Ave. S., 206-624-0770, www.gregkucera.com. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends July 1.
Howard House From Cat Clifford to Andy Warhol, "Paper Trails" presents an array of contemporary work by eight artists. Also: "Three Painters" features the work of Kim Dorland, Alexander Kantarovsky, and Chiara Minchio. Both shows are curated by Gary Owen. Reception: 6-8 p.m. Thurs. May 18. 604 Second Ave., 206-256-6399, www.howardhouse.net. 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends July 1.
Photographic Center Northwest Three graduating students present their thesis work: Jo Johnson, Maylee Noah, and Loewyn Young. Reception: 6-8 p.m. Fri. May 19. 900 12th Ave., 206-720-7222, www.pcnw.org. Noon-9:30 p.m. Mon., 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends June 13.
Galleries
Art/Not Terminal Sam Caldwell works with everything from paint and paper to wax and coffee in "Experimentation." Also, "Art of the Tarot Oracle," with Tarot readers in the Subterranean Room daily. 2045 Westlake Ave., 206-233-0680, www.antgallery.org. Tarot Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 1-6 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Gallery Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends June 1.
Art Patch In "Wanderings,"Adam Wallace explores himself and his surroundings through photography. 306 S. Washington St., Ste. 102, 206-388-2373. By appointment only. Ends May 25.
Baas Print artist Judy Talley explores the range of perception and association that people place on dolls in "Memory and Symbol." 2703 E. Madison, 206-324-4742, www.baasartgallery.com. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Ends May 31.
Ballard Fetherston Melissa Furness works with acrylic paint, digital photography, and glassy resin glaze to explore identity, sexuality, alienation, and shared environment. 818 E. Pike St., 206-322-9440, www.ballardfetherstongallery.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends June 10.
BLVD Gallery A new gallery that will showcase underground street art and graffiti culture from across the nation.Their inaugural show, "Groundswell," features work by Space Invader, Oliver Vernon, Robert Hardgrave, Bigfoot, Mear One, Iosefatu Sua, and more. 2312 Second Ave., www.blvdart.com. 1-6 p.m. Wed., Thurs., and Sat., 1-7 p.m. Fri.
