We are excited to announce the amazing local Issaquah artist Gail Baker!
Gail grew up in Bellevue, Washington in the 50’s and 60′ s where public education included generous funding for the arts. She was immersed in painting, drawing, and sculpture every year of her school years. In 1967-1971 she studied fine arts and graphic arts at WSU and UW. She continued drawing and began selling her work when she graduated and moved to a “Utopian” artist’ community on Hood Canal in the early 70’s. Eventually she got married, lived in a tipi and a hand-made cabin, and had two children. Children nudged Gail in an entirely new direction. She introduced them to any mediums available and volunteered to teach art in their schools. Schools hired her to offer art residencies integrating the arts with academics.
A Few Words From Gail:
There is nothing more important to me than connection with humans, animals, plants, the earth, the air we breathe. For me connection is “knowing” through direct experience. That is best done through gentle exploration, kindness, and genuine curiosity. The art I make always has elements of emotion and visceral sensation, not just in the process but in the content. A sensory response to the world is a constant for me, and I work from a very spontaneous place. A piece will speak in its own voice and I have learned to follow. There is always more to understand than I knew before I started. Always.
You can view and purchase her artwork online at http://www.gailbakerartmaker.com/
Author: DIA ED
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