On the Walls

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Lectures and Events

Peter Selz: The Art of Engagement The art historian and UC Berkeley professor emeritus talks about the post–WWII influence of Californian art on politics and culture, as explored in his latest book, The Art of Engagement: Visual Politics in California and Beyond. Frye Art Gallery, 704 Terry Ave., 206-622-9250, www.fryemuseum.org. 7 p.m. Thurs July 20. Free.

Art Wolfe: The Living Wild The acclaimed nature photographer presents a slide lecture including shots of over 140 species of animals from the Arctic to Antarctica. Burke Museum, UW campus, N.E. 45th Street and 17th Avenue N.E., 206-543-9681, www.washington.edu/burkemuseum/. 10:30 a.m. Sat. July 22. $12.

Openings

ArtsWest "In the Garden and Elsewhere" presents elegant mixed-media monotypes and quilts by April Richardson, Marjorie Rubin, Li Turner, and Gale Whitney. Opens: Sun. July 23. 4711 California Ave. S.W., 206-938-0963, www.artswest.org. Noon-7 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends Aug. 19.

Last Chance

Ballard Fetherston Brooklyn artist David Konigsberg's new paintings present richly imagined vessels and creatures in flight. 818 E. Pike St., 206-322-9440, www.ballardfetherstongallery.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends July 21.

Gallery 1216 In local sculptor Evan Blackwell's "Off the Wall," common disposable items become objects of beauty, while innocent child's toys become almost unrecognizable subjects of despair. Plastic cups, forks, hangers, toy soldiers, and drinking straws are transformed into sculpture—with a nod to the excesses and detritus of American consumerism. Benham Gallery, 1216 First Ave., 206-622-2480, www.benhamgallery.com. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed.-Sat. Ends July 22.

Seattle Asian Art Museum In "Discovering Buddhist Art—Seeking the Sublime," nearly 100 works represent the influence of Buddhism on Asian art and culture. The wonderful array of antique snuff bottles is a highlight. Also: Tooba, a powerful, haunting allegorical video by Iranian-born artist Shirin Neshat about a woman who merges with a tree. Also: "A Northwest Summer: Six Exhibitions—One Celebration" includes "Made in Seattle," contemporary art from their permanent collection, which ends July 23, as well as studio glass art from the Jon and Mary Shirley collection; art deco sculpture from SAM's early days; "Night Sounds," 14 significant interconnected works by Mark Tobey and Morris Graves; and "Elegant Earth," photographs by Johsel Namkung. Trimpin's "Picnics, Rhythms and Vacations" joins the lineup in August. Volunteer Park, 1400 E. Prospect St., 206-654-3100, www.seattleartmuseum.org. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs. "Elegant" ends August 6, "Tooba" and "Northwest Summer" end Oct. 15, "Buddha" is ongoing.

Wall Space New architectural images by Northwest commercial photographer Randall J. Corcoran in "Elements." 600 First Ave. #322, 206-749-9133, www.wallspaceseattle.com. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends July 22.

Galleries

Art & Soul Old and new paintings by Donna Stewart. 2860 N.W. Market St., 206-297-1223, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Ends Aug. 4.

Art/Not Terminal Romantic paintings by Romanian artist Tudor Gradinaru in "Rivers of Light." 2045 Westlake Ave., 206-233-0680, www.antgallery.org. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.- Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends Aug. 3.

Arthead New still life and figurative oil paintings by young Seattle artist Orion Misciagna. 5411 Meridian Ave. N., 206-633-5544. Noon-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends Aug. 19.

Artists' Gallery of Seattle SEE BOX PAGE TK.

Baas Anita White's watercolor and ink "Arabian Reflections" draw their inspiration from the painter's time spent in the Arabian Gulf. 2703 E. Madison St., 206-324-4742, www.baasartgallery.com. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Ends Aug. 18.

Bluebottle Eight artists tackle "The Great Outdoors," curated by Ryan Sanchez. Highlights include Jordin Isip's mixed-media on panel collage figures and Adela Liebowitz's crisply dreamy oil on linen animals in winter. 415 E. Pine St., 206-325-1592. 1-7 p.m. Tues.-Fri. Ends July 29.

BLVD Gallery Work by Iosefatu Sua, Sam Sneke, and Angry Woebots. 2312 Second Ave., www.blvdart.com. 1-6 p.m. Wed., Thurs., & Sat., 1-7 p.m. Fri. Through July.

Catherine Person Gallery The gallery presents all its artists in its second annual group show, "At Once." 319 Third Ave. S., www.catherinepersongallery.com, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Ends Aug. 25.

Corridor Gallery Ironic color photography by Mark Sullo. Tashiro-Kaplan building, 306 S. Washington St., 206-856-7037, www.schirmerstudio.com/corridor. Noon-5 p.m. Sat. Through July.

D'Adamo/Woltz Abstract acrylic on stainless steel paintings by Simona Foggitt. 307 Occidental Ave. S., 206-652-4414, www.dadamowoltzgallery.com. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Ends July 31.