La Conner Artists' Gallery a Cooperative Spirit

La Conner Artists' Gallery a Cooperative Spirit We are an ALL Local Artists' Co-Operative. An eclectic mix of artistic mediums

🎨 One last Pete Silzer feature for May!As we wrap up our May Featured Artist series, we’re taking another look at two of...
05/29/2026

🎨 One last Pete Silzer feature for May!

As we wrap up our May Featured Artist series, we’re taking another look at two of Pete’s expressive Jesus portraits: **Sad Jesus** and **Jesus Victor**.

Pete’s work is rooted in simple lines, bold color, and deep meaning. Inspired by artists like Georges Rouault and Picasso, he uses shape and expression to explore faith, emotion, and the human condition.

Which of Pete’s “Peeps” is your favorite?

Stop by La Conner Artists Gallery to see Pete Silzer’s artwork in person, browse his crossword puzzle book, and celebrate his creative work with us through the end of May.

🏔️ Inspired by the MountainsDoug LeClair’s love of the natural world began early, with everyday views of the Olympic Mou...
05/26/2026

🏔️ Inspired by the Mountains

Doug LeClair’s love of the natural world began early, with everyday views of the Olympic Mountains from his childhood school in Bremerton, Washington.

Years later, the mountains still call to him.

From the Alpine Lakes and North Cascades to the waterways, coastlines, flowers, and wide-open landscapes of the West, Doug’s photography reflects a lifelong fascination with the changing beauty of nature.

Visit La Conner Artists Gallery this month to see Doug’s work as part of our May Featured Artist series.

🧩 Can you solve Pete’s puzzle?We’re back with another crossword challenge from May Featured Artist Pete Silzer!Pete is a...
05/25/2026

🧩 Can you solve Pete’s puzzle?

We’re back with another crossword challenge from May Featured Artist Pete Silzer!

Pete is an acrylic painter, Dr. of Linguistics, and creator of a fun crossword puzzle book available for sale at La Conner Artists Gallery. His love of language and wordplay comes through in every clue.

Today’s clue:

**Home of the Swinomish Reservation and Anacortes**
**2 words**

Think you know the answer? Drop your guess in the comments below!

Then stop by the gallery to pick up Pete’s crossword puzzle book and see his artwork in person.

🌿 From Hiking Trails to Gallery WallsAfter years of teaching elementary and middle school students, Doug LeClair turned ...
05/24/2026

🌿 From Hiking Trails to Gallery Walls

After years of teaching elementary and middle school students, Doug LeClair turned retirement into a new kind of classroom — one filled with mountain trails, wildflowers, waterways, coastlines, and camera gear.

His photography grew from a love of hiking and the Pacific Northwest outdoors, eventually expanding into western landscapes, flowers, birds, and scenes that invite viewers to pause and look a little closer.

Come see Doug’s photography at La Conner Artists Gallery and celebrate his work as one of our May Featured Artists.

📸 Behind the Lens: Doug LeClairFor May Featured Artist Doug LeClair, photography is more than capturing a beautiful view...
05/23/2026

📸 Behind the Lens: Doug LeClair

For May Featured Artist Doug LeClair, photography is more than capturing a beautiful view — it’s a way of sharing the story behind a place, a flower, a bird, or a moment in nature.

Doug often includes what he knows about each image, from where it was taken to what makes the scene special. That little extra detail helps viewers take home not just a photograph, but a memory and a connection to the Pacific Northwest.

Stop by La Conner Artists Gallery this May to explore Doug’s photography and discover the stories behind the images.

🧩 Crossword Challenge: Puzzling the Past in La Conner!Did you know May Featured Artist, Pete Silzer, is not only an acry...
05/22/2026

🧩 Crossword Challenge: Puzzling the Past in La Conner!

Did you know May Featured Artist, Pete Silzer, is not only an acrylic painter, but also a Dr. of Linguistics?

Pete has created a fun crossword puzzle book filled with wordplay, wit, and plenty of opportunities to put your knowledge to the test — and it’s available for sale right here at La Conner Artists Gallery.

To celebrate, we’re sharing a little crossword challenge with you!
Can you solve the clue?
Drop your answers in the comments below. We can’t wait to see who gets it first!

Stop by the gallery to pick up Pete’s crossword puzzle book and explore his featured artwork this month.

05/18/2026

📸 May Featured Artist: Doug LeClair

This month, we’re also delighted to feature Doug LeClair, a photographer whose love of nature and the Pacific Northwest outdoors shines through every image.

Doug’s fascination with the natural world began early, with daily views of the Olympic Mountains from his childhood school in Bremerton. Over time, hiking trips through the Alpine Lakes, North Cascades, and beyond deepened that connection and inspired his passion for photography.

After years of teaching elementary and middle school students, Doug turned retirement into a mission of learning, exploring, and growing behind the camera. His work captures the magic of mountains, waterways, coastlines, flowers, and the remarkable landscapes of the West.

Doug often shares the story behind each photo — where it was taken, what flower or bird is featured, and what makes the moment special — inviting viewers to take home not just an image, but a deeper connection to the natural world.

Visit La Conner Artists Gallery this May to see Doug’s photography and celebrate his eye for the beauty all around us.

05/18/2026

🎨 May Featured Artist: Pete Silzer

This month, we’re honored to feature Pete Silzer, an acrylic painter whose work uses simple lines, vivid color, and expressive shapes to explore faith, emotion, and the human condition.

Inspired by artists like Georges Rouault and Picasso, Pete is drawn to the power of a few strong lines and colors to communicate something deeply human. He began painting in his late fifties, continuing a family legacy after his late father left behind hundreds of paintings created over decades.

Pete’s work includes his small acrylic canvas board series, “Peeps,” as well as reverent Jesus portraits such as “Sad Jesus” and “Jesus Victor.” Through these pieces, he reflects on what faith means to him — from the weight of the world’s worries to images of hope, victory, and spiritual devotion.

Visit La Conner Artists Gallery this May to see Pete’s work and celebrate his creative journey with us.

UPDATE from a friend that did attendIt was an uplifting gathering! I left their feeling much calmer, with so much more p...
05/02/2026

UPDATE from a friend that did attend

It was an uplifting gathering! I left their feeling much calmer, with so much more positive energy and much less agitation. It was completely focused on coming up with a plan!
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Town music was silenced! Attend this town meeting to save the town otherwise it will become sleepy and affect all events! The famous dancing duo Jerri and Jerry tried to dance in Gilkey square the other day with their little boom box and were shut down!

There is an official Townhall meeting at Townhall on May 12 at 6 PM in upper Maple Center/Hall. 104 commercial.

Starting Monday through the end of May our scanographer photographer Cristal McQueen is having a massive blowout the can...
05/01/2026

Starting Monday through the end of May our scanographer photographer Cristal McQueen is having a massive blowout the candle sale. If you want some great deals on some amazing floral pictures you will want to check this out! Cristal is downsizing and will be focusing on her out of this world cool gnomes!

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