Reclaimed Pages
Transform Board Books into Art Journals
Cole Adams
A Two - Day Mixed Media Workshop
Give discarded board books a second life as stunning handmade art journals! In this hands-on workshop, you'll transform a chunky children's board book into a one-of-a-kind
creative journal using gel plateprinting, collage, paint, and mixed media magic.
Day One: Print & Play Dive into gel plate printing to create layers of colorful, textured papers. We'llexplore multiple techniques—layering colors, using stencils and found objects, creating monoprints, andbuilding a library of gorgeous printed pages.
No two prints are ever the same, and happy accidents becomeyour favorite pages.
You'll leave Day One with dozens of custom papers ready to transform.
Day Two: Build Your Book Watch your board book come alive! We'll prep the pages (gesso, texture, and prime), then collage, paint, stencil, and embellish using your gel prints and mixed media. Add pockets fortucking in memories, create interactive elements, incorporate text and imagery, and design a cover thatmakes you want to pick it up daily. Your finished journal becomes a beautiful space for art, writing, collage,or whatever calls to you.
What's Included:
• All materials: board book, gel plate access, acrylic paints, collage papers, stencils, embellishments
• Instruction in gel plate printing and mixed media techniques
• A completely unique art journal to take home
• Two full days of creative exploration
Perfect for: Artists, journalers, mixed media enthusiasts, anyone who loves repurposing and getting theirhands messy. All levels welcome—beginners encouraged!
Limited to 12 participants for personalized attention and plenty of gel plate time.
Limited to 12 participants for personalized attention and plenty of gel plate time.
Because every discarded book deserves to become something beautiful again!
RSVP & Register
or
253.347.3036 (text or call)
@colewoohoo on YouTube, Instagram & Pinterest
Cole Adams is a storytelling artist. She paints with abandon in acrylics and watercolors. Cole has an associates art degree in Watercolor and stained glass.
Cole loves art journaling, painting, quilting,
sewing & home decor.
Call For Artwork
You’re Invited to Submit Art for use in the
2026 Annual Puyallup Garden Tour!
The Puyallup Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women are all volunteers who organize an annual garden tour. The funds we raise support STEM Education
for middle schools and high schools in our local community.
We send 7th graders to a summer Tech Trek Camp, recognize high school junior girls in Science, Math and Technology and award scholarships to senior girls. We also fund innovative teaching grants for teachers.
More information can be found at our website, https://puyallupgardentouraauw.org/
C V G S h o w 2 0 2 6
The Eighteenth Annual CVG Show
CALL FOR ARTISTS OPEN NOW FOR
THE NINETEENTH ANNUAL CVG SHOW
The entry deadline is November 9, 2025
The CVG Show is an annual all-media open-themed juried art competition hosted by the
Collective Visions Gallery in Bremerton, Washington.
Note: SHA may offer an optional “early check in day”
to arrive at Camp Arnold.
Artists will be able to arrive at 6:00 pm, to get a jump start on getting their art supplies and area set up. There will be no meal included in this option. This would be an additional charge of $75.00 to cover the Camp Arnold accommodation fee and insurance. This would be in addition to the cost of your week long stay at camp.
SHA will keep you appraised if this option becomes available.
Early Arrival Date & Time:
April 13, 2025 @ 6:00pm
Cost: $75.00
Donations to the Art Camp Scholarship Fund: $162.35 was raised from donated art items during the Spring 2024 Art Camp. Bring your surplus art items to Art Camp or to the April demo, as a donation to the Art Camp Scholarship Fund.
C V G S h o w 2 0 2 5
The Eighteenth Annual CVG Show Opens
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2025
SHA Members Doreen Koch Allen and Mary Schossow Schumaker both had paintings juried into this prestigious exhibition!
Visit the CVG Gallery website for more information, dates and details.
Exhibition Dates
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2025 - FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Doreen Koch Allen
"Rejuvenation"
Mixed Media & Collage
26" x 33"
$2800.00
Mary Schossow Schumaker
"War Ponies"
Mixed Media & Collage
32" x 26"
$1800.00
Some Class & Paint Out Opportunities!
W O O H O O W O R K S H O P S
Spend the day learning and creating in community.These workshops focus in on a deep dive into a technique or medium.
N E W L O W E R P R I C E S !
Spray Paint Papers & Found Objects
Friday May 9, 2025 10:00 - 2:00 pm Maple Valley Woo Hoo Studio $50.
(min 3 participants, max 10)
One of my favorite ways to create a good quantity of stash papers. Quickly, with the use of stencils and spray paint. I will bring a vast selection of stencils and spray paint
to create some amazing translucent papers for our collage practice. If you have a case, tin or item you would like to spray paint. Bring it for the afternoon section of the class, or continue to make collage papers.
GET ‘ER DONE SESSIONS
May 4 Maple Valley Woo Hoo Studio 1 - 5 pm $20 per session
May 12 Mineral Lake 10 - 2 pm $20 per session
Creatives can pile up Unfinished Objects (UFO) or Works in Progress (WIPS). This time is set aside to work on finishing those projects. I will help with creative coaching and loving guiding to your best results. This can include paintings, journaling, yarn crafts, sewing, sculpture or whatever you can think of. Bring what you would like to work on and what you need to finish it.
Abstract Movement Painting *
Sunday June 1, 1-5 pm Maple Valley Woo Hoo $50 (min 3 participants, max 10)
Art has a moving meditation in this class we create a setting to loosen up allow the paint to flow and release the outcomes. Using the principles from Flora Bowley and create a space where we stretch our bodies, use breath work, set intentions, turn on some amazing music and come at our art acrylics with play. Drip paint off the surface, use interesting tools, including our hands, to create lovely and loose starts. My hope is this class is for artists looking for a little bit of space and freedom to play, work through some emotions and just paint with more freedom.
Garden Paint Party
Friday June 20, 10-2 pm at my parents lovely garden in Auburn, $40
Asian-inspired garden art paint date. Join me for a demo in this beautiful Asian garden, tour of their beautiful Asian-inspired home. It is a peaceful beautiful garden space and has plenty of room for plein air painters to set up and have time to paint. We will host a beautiful lunch join me for this fun adventure.
Art Collector’s Garden Party & Sale
Friday June 20 4-7 pm at my parents lovely garden in Auburn, free
Come see my latest work and enjoy a garden appetizer party. I will have a quick presentation on art collecting and what I look for in work I collect artwork. How to work with artists for commissioned works. I will have some bargains for older work and would love to share why buying real, local art is a way to create home & community.
Issaquah Troll Adventure
Thursday July 10, 10-2 pm Issaquah $20
Join me at the Issaquah Troll to plein air create and spend some time with friends. We can find a place for lunch out. I will demo collage techniques for creating outside, at Thomas Dambo’s beautiful found art piece, Jakob Two Trees. It is a five minute walk on a paved trail.
RSVP & Register. woohoocreative@gmail.com
or
253.347.3036 (text or call)
@colewoohoo on YouTube, Instagram & Pinterest
Click on the Links Below to Check out Cole Adams!
2025 Fine Art Show
Online Entry Registration Due By
July 20, 2025 - 10pm
Other Important Dates
Fair Dates:
August 29 - September 21, 2025
(Closed Tuesdays & September 3)
Bring in Entries:
July 31: 10am - 6pm
August 1: 12pm - 8pm
August 2: 10am - 3pm
Art Pick Up Dates:
September 26: 12pm - 8pm
September 27: 11m - 3pm
Washington’s Biggest Celebration Returns in 2025!
Get ready to make history with us! The Washington State Fair will be back August 29 – September 21, 2025 (closed Tuesdays & September 3), and is celebrating 125 years of unforgettable moments, iconic traditions and the biggest party in the state! As one of the largest fairs in the nation, this 20-day extravaganza is set to bring even more fun, excitement and new experiences than ever before.
Whether you're a thrill-seeker, foodie, concert-goer or just here for the great vibes, the Washington State Fair is where Washington comes together. With 75+ rides, endless food options, the best live entertainment and adrenaline-pumping rodeo action, this is your chance to be part of the ultimate bucket-list celebration.
So mark your calendars, rally your crew and get ready to join us in 2025 for an unforgettable anniversary!
Have a talent you want to show off?
Consider entering the Western Washington
State Fair Fine Art Show!
Each year The Fair offers a variety of chances at the Spring Fair and the Washington State Fair to show off your creativity in a variety of competitive exhibits from baking, wine making, photography, art and more! You can win the bragging rights and cash prizes by entering your masterpiece in one of our many competitive departments.
To learn more about how to enter, download the Premium Book below in your category of interest. Premium Books are only available online.
2025 International Miniature Juried Show
Deadline to Enter is May 31, 2025
2025 Miniature Show
July 2 - August 1, 2025 | Entry Deadline May 31, 2025
Once more, Parklane Gallery looks forward to our Annual International Miniature Show in July, 2025. This midsummer month is perfect for the event, as Kirkland sees a surge in foot traffic from art enthusiasts, both locals and visitors. They come to explore the wonderful shops and restaurants in the heart of this lively, artistic community.
The online entry form can be found at www.entrythingy.com. You can find the show in entrythingy by searching for July shows in Washington State.
3RD ANNUAL ARTS EXPLOSION ARTS FESTIVAL 2025
Deadline to Enter is March 25, 2025
3RD ANNUAL ARTS EXPLOSION ARTS FESTIVAL 2025
May 30 - June 1, 2025 | Artist Submissions open January 18, 2025
The Federal Way Arts Commission is excited to announce the 3rd Annual “Arts Explosion” Juried Art Show Festival, taking place from May 30th to June 1st, at the Performing Arts & Events Center (PAEC). This vibrant festival will celebrate the diversity of Federal Way, showcasing the talents of both adult and youth artists, while promoting artistic growth and community engagement.
The 3rd-annual Federal Way Arts Explosion Festival brings a juried art competition to both adult and youth artists from around the region. Adult artists can submit in five categories: Photography, Digital/Mixed Media, Textiles, Two-Dimensional artwork (paintings, collages, prints), and Three-Dimensional artwork (sculptures, jewelry, ceramics, furniture, wearable and body art). This year we are happy to offer youth artists the opportunity to submit from all school districts at the high school level (ages 15-18) in any of the above categories
ABOUT THE FEDERAL WAY ARTS COMMISSION
Established in 1991, the City of Federal Way Arts Commission is a nine member volunteer commission that advises and recommends to the Federal Way City Council activities related to all aspects of the arts — visual, performing, literary and cultural (see FWRC 2.50). The Federal Way Arts Commission serves to bring more free or low cost arts opportunities to the community through musical performances, theater, and visual arts festivals. We also aim to provide resources to support local arts organizations!