Art & About gallery shows for January 2019

FIRST SATURDAY Langley Art Walk is 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5. Galleries host receptions and showcase stunning art by talented local artists.

WHIDBEY ART GALLERY presents an art-filled evening during the art walk with light refreshments and live music. Bring your friends and enjoy an inspiring collection of paintings, photography, pottery, mixed media, jewelry and more. From 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 5, at 220 Second Street, Langley.

MUSEO is a gallery of contemporary fine art representing top local artists who are regionally and nationally known. Open Saturdays only in January or by appointment; museo@whidbey.com or call 425-443-1608.

ROB SCHOUTEN GALLERY in Langley is closed for the month of January.

SECOND SATURDAY ART WALK at Greenbank Farm is 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 12. Galleries host receptions and feature new work by local artists.

ARTWORKS GALLERY is a co-operative enterprise of Whidbey Island artists working in a variety of media. Since 2005, Artworks Gallery has provided a lively and inviting display that changes on a regular basis. Meet some of the artists 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12. There will be light snacks and beverages. Greenbank Farm.

RAVEN ROCKS GALLERY is owned by its primary artists, Mary Jo Oxrieder and Windwalker Taibi. They specialize in weaving and fiber arts and sell their own handspun yarn at the gallery. “Wool is essential to a high fiber diet,” they like to say. Meet them during the monthly Art Walk from 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 12. Greenbank Farm.

PENN COVE GALLERY presents mixed media artist Diane Tompkinson as its first featured artist for 2019. Although Tompkinson works in mixed media, it is through printmaking that she is able to enjoy her love of painting, drawing and carving. Meet her and learn about her print-making tools from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 24. Located at 9 NW Front Street, Coupeville.

GARRY OAK GALLERY welcomes new member, photographer Gray Giordan, to start the new year. The Oak Harbor Gallery is an artist-owned cooperative gallery and visual showcase for many of Whidbey Island’s most talented artists; one is always on hand helping visitors. Open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 830 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor.