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April 2020 issue: things are weird now

Our world’s going through a tumble and the new normal is gonna be, well, weird. Seems right up our alley.

March 2020

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Artist interview: Phinney Brown

“Phinney Brown is an Indigenous artist of Coeur D'Alene descent. She uses traditional materials and methods to create unique, modern, wearable art.”

Artist interview: Consuelo Soto Murphy

“I’m inspired by my family who were migrant workers. We worked in agriculture and loved looking at the beautiful green and fruitful landscapes.”

Enjoy art and poetry from the January 2021 issue

Artist interview: Grace Calibo

“This year has been a lot of learning how to be my own motivation.”

Enjoy art and poetry from the November 2020 issue

“Less than a block away from her house He’s been following me from the bar Why didn’t I pretend I lived closer Every turn signaled, speed in check, I can make it...“

Art doesn’t stop

DrewBoy Creative held their first virtual show, “Something Hopeful, Please: DBC Virtual Art Show,” in Response to COVID-19 on April 10.

Local arts groups share struggles, new visions

COVID-19 has deeply impacted the arts with cancellations of live performances and a significant loss of revenue. To help share ideas on how the these arts groups are surviving, the Arts Center Task Force (ACTF) is hosting a series of online events called “Art in the Time of COVID-19.”

DrewBoy Creative continues color Color Shows tradition

“The Color Show tradition continues in May at DrewBoy Creative.”

Art lives on in downtown Kennewick!

“Art speaks to my soul in a way that is necessary during hard times.”

Vitae Cyclum, the life cycle of art

“With her new exhibition at the Gallery at the Park, titled Vitae Cyclum, Jessica Heidi Stoker explores the life cycle of art.”

Art and poetry from Feb. 2021

Enjoy art and poetry from the January 2021 issue

2020 Cartoon

2020 Cartoon by Adam Whittier

The Election

‘Twas the third of November and all through the land, Not a voter was sure their slate’s win was at hand. Polls suggested that Biden was far in the

‘Make it Plain’: An art exhibition designed to encourage dialogue about race

“I invite anyone who views this show to be real and open. I want you to feel what you feel. Sit and stare at the darkness of American history. Journal and write your thoughts. Enjoy the beauty of African American culture. Cry, lament, mourn, scream, talk to friends about it.”

Collected art and cartoons from August/September 2020

We rounded up some art for your weekend enjoyment!

Illuminated manuscript, depicting an excerpt from the "Laudato Si" encyclical, Pope Francis's call to environmental action

By Adam Whittier

Art and poetry from March 2021

“We rounded up some art and poetry from March for your perusing pleasure.”

Uphill Battle

Adam Whittier is a cartoonist based in Richland. Find him at adamwhittier.com or follow him on Instagram.

Looting & Rioting

Adam Whittier is a cartoonist based in Richland. Find him at adamwhittier.com or follow him on Instagram: whittier_comix

Poetry from August/September 2020

“How are you anti Black lives, covid lives, and yet Claim to be pro-life?”

#Notforsale

Peck cartoon by Adam Whittier. Adam Whittier is a cartoonist based in Richland. Find him at adamwhittier.com or follow him on Instagram

Collected art from July 2020

We rounded up the art from our July issue for your viewing pleasure!

Poetry and Prose: July 2020

“On this particular day, they were startled to find themselves cheek to beak, admiring the very same flower. They just smiled and laughed, and with a warm ado they hummed and buzzed away.”

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