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Poetry at the Postmark

*Poetry at the Postmark [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=20009787 ]
*Come to our new Postmark Poetry Nights! On the first Wednesday of each month the Postmark will have a lineup of featured readers followed by opportunities for open mic readers. **
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*Date: *Wednesday, February 7, 6:30-8:30PM

**Auburn's Poet Laureate Mateo Acu*ñ*a will be the f*eatured reader for February 7!***



Mateo Acuna Poet Laureate

*Mateo Acuña:* Our 2024 - 2026 Poet Laureate Mateo Acuña (he/him) is a gay, transgender Peruvian-American poet, activist, and visual artist. Born and raised in Auburn, he went to Auburn public schools from K-12 and is currently an undergraduate majoring in Visual Arts and English with a Creative Writing concentration. He writes about intersectional identity, and his love for nature, and advocates for social and environmental justice in his works. In addition to poetry, he also writes fiction and creative nonfiction and hopes to write a memoir in the future.





free community programming

"The Postmark Center for the Arts is now offering* free* drop-in sessions for artists to unwind in the gallery and mingle with other creatives!"

Drop in Drawing

*Artist Open Studio
*Stop by for our Artist Open Studio! Come join us for a cup of coffee with whatever art project you might be working on! This is a free, no-pressure environment for artists and creatives to gather. You can talk with other artists, ask for feedback or critique from on-site staff if available, bring your sketchbook to work out ideas, or just quietly draw in the gallery or work on your art! All are welcome.

*Ages: *Suggested 18+, Mixed
*Fee:*  Free
*Instructor:* Postmark Staff
*Dates:* Every Wednesday, 10:00AM - 12:00PM

No need to sign up or register, just drop in!





Drop in drawing

*Drop-in Drawing
*Come stop by for our new Drop-In Drawing sessions at the Postmark! A free, no-pressure environment for artists and creatives to drop-in. Draw from a still life or the gallery, stay for whole two hours or only 10 minutes! Bring tools to either shade or color with, and your own sketchbook or drawing pad. On-site help for critique/questions/advice. All are welcome.

*Ages:* Suggested 18+, Mixed
*Fee:*  Free
*Instructor:* Postmark Staff
*Dates:* Every Friday, 10:00AM - 12:00PM

No need to sign up or register, just drop in!





Chinese Gongbi Painting with Amy Sie

*Drop-in Painting with Amy Sie*
Amy Sie is offering Drop-In Gongbi Painting sessions at the Postmark! A free, no-pressure environment for you to start a new painting or work on an old one. Please bring your own tools and materials. On-site help for critique/questions/advice. All are welcome.

*Ages:* Suggested 18+, Mixed
*Fee:* Free
*Instructor:* Amy Sie
*Dates:* Every Friday, 10:00AM - 12:00PM

No need to sign up or register, just drop in!




Classes & Workshops


Beginning Drawing 2: The Body's Form

*Beginning Drawing 2: The Body's Form - 58099 [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/8344?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]
*In this drawing class, we will form the body around an armature and learn to construct the shape of skin and muscle. This crash-course lesson will strengthen your skills in posing and the shape of the body. Recommended to take "The body's proportion" as a precursor to this class, but not required. Bring your own paper and drawing implements.

*Ages:* 12+, Mixed
*Fee:*  $16/$20 Resident/Non-Res 
*Instructor:* Amanda Jenkinson
*Date:* February 1, 2024 | 5:30-7:30PM
"@ The Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]. " 

"*Register Now! [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/8344?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]*"





Valentine's day block print

*Block Print Valentines - 58076 [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/8321?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]
*Are you looking for an evening of creativity with one of our expert crafters? Perfect for mother-child bonding, a girls night out, troop outing, or family/friend time. You'll work on a fun creative valentine card making project! Learn how to carve, ink, and print from soft linoleum blocks and create beautiful one-of-a-kind valentines to give to those you love! Great for beginners as well as seasoned crafters.*
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*Ages:* 12+, Mixed*
Fee: *$20/$25 Resident/Non-Res
 *Instructor: *Allison Hyde
*Date:* Thursday,  February 8, 2024 | 5:00-7:00PM 
"@ The Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."

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Prismacolor Mulch Morwell

*Working with Prismacolor Pencils - 58079 [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/8324?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]
*This fun intro class will focus on how to layer oil based color-pencil on toned or black paper. Students will learn how to make a base sketch with apple green pencil and then layer colors from dark to light to make a vibrant work of art! All supplies will be provided and no art experience required.

*Ages:* 12+, Mixed
*Fee: *$30/$38 Resident/Non-Res
*Instructor: *Mulch Morwell
*Date:* Thursday,  February 29, 2024 | 5:00-7:00PM
"@ The Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."

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Muckleshoot Postmark Exhibition

*Postmark Center for the Arts Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?pageid=19727603&portalid=11470638 ]
and Vault Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=19742280 ]
**20 Auburn Ave"
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Exhibition:
"*Muckleshoot: Alive and Strong*"
Exhibition dates:* January 17th - Spring, 2024*

The Postmark Center for the Arts is proud to present ”Muckleshoot: Alive & Strong,” a group exhibition featuring artists from the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe. The Postmark Gallery and Vault Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=19742280 ] is filled with artwork in a variety of mediums, sizes, and themes by a variety of incredibly talented artists from January 17 to Spring 2024.

Featured artists include: Isiah Corwin, Julie James, Sam Obrovac, Kim Saladin, Tyson Simmons, Joyce Starr, Donny Stevenson, Keith Stevenson, and Gail White Eagle.





Roark Congdon

*Auburn Community and Event Center [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529095 ]
910 Ninth St. SE*

Artist:* Roark Congdon*
Exhibition Dates:* January 4 - March 7, 2024*

We are happy to introduce the work of Roark Congdon to the Community Center Gallery gallery! In the words of Congdon, “My work is a fusion of digital fabrication and analog painting, a marriage of Western art history and the expressive spontaneity of brushwork, all underpinned by my classical sculpture training in Italy. This synthesis allows me to respect the handcrafting process and the tactile beauty of mark-making while embracing the boundless possibilities offered by modern technology.” Referencing his experience in Western art history, he builds the foundation of his artistic expression on his learned experience. “I draw inspiration from the masters who have come before me, learning from their techniques, compositions, and principles. This reverence for tradition informs the structure and aesthetics of my work, providing a solid framework within which I can experiment and innovate.”





Irina Kladova

*Cheryl Sallee Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529095 ]
**Auburn Senior Center
808 Ninth St. SE*

Artist:* Irina Kladova [ https://kladovaart.blogspot.com/ ]*
Exhibition Dates: *January 3 - March 6, 2024*

Irina Kladova’s artistic process “begins with observing, looking for the fragmentary passages that are often unnoticed but are present all around us.” In her watercolor paintings, she enjoys stitching together small details, shades of colors, and a variety of different patterns, creating stories from these moments. “My work is a reflection of my own experiences and thoughts, as well as an attempt to understand the relationships between objects and their characteristics. Watercolor brings a sense of unpredictability and transience to my work, much like the ever-changing nature of life. Each stroke of the brush adds another layer to my artistic vision, creating an ongoing narrative that is part of a larger work. Ultimately, my goal as an artist is to invite others to see the world in a new way, and to appreciate the beauty that exists in the in-between spaces of our lives. Through my art, I hope to create a dialogue about the value of slowing down, being present, and appreciating the world around us.





KT Hancock Art on Main

*Art on Main Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529278 ]
**One Main St.*

Artist:** KT Hancock [ https://kthancock.com/ ]**
Exhibition Dates:* January 8 - April 8 , 2024

*We are happy to announce KT Hancock as our Art on Main Installation artist! Hancock will be creating "an illuminated, site specific and immersive display of neon that illustrates a grounded view of the function of transmission towers and high voltage electrical." In this neon piece, Hancock focuses on communicating how essential these structures have become in forming interpersonal relationships. "Transmission towers are vital to our daily lives and yet they remain unseen; unremarkable against our urban landscapes. They are the silent workers, a seemingly unexceptional interconnected network of lines and towers."




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Everly Set 2

Lights on! Stage set! BRAVO Performing Arts is ready for the Spring season! The City of Auburn is excited to present an incredible lineup of music, comedy, theater, and kids’ programming as part of the BRAVO Performing Arts Season. Check out the full schedule at auburnwa.gov/theater [ http://www.auburnwa.gov/theater ].

"*Upcoming Shows:*"


* Sunday, February 4 | *The Everly Set - Everly Brothers Tribute [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=193422 ] | *7:30pm
* Friday, February 16 | *Auburn Symphony Quartet [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=193427 ] *| 7:30pm 
* Saturday, February 17 | *Soul Sacrifice - Santana Tribute [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=193516 ] | *7:30pm
* Friday, February 23 | *February Comedy at the Course [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=193517 ] | *7:30pm
* Saturday, February 24 | *Global Heat's Music Soulstice [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=193521 ]* | 7:30pm
* Saturday, March 2 | *BRAVO KIDS: Jack and the Beanstalk [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=193523 ]*| 2:00pm
* Friday, March 8 | *Auburn Community Players: Into the Woods [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=193525 ]*| 2:00pm





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*Gallery and Gift Shop Hours:
*Wednesdays and Fridays 12-4pm
Thursdays 12-6pm 
*Location*: 20 Auburn Ave, Auburn, WA 98002



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