I'm in Gig Harbor visiting the city, as I am considering doing some art business around this area. This is easily one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
Stopped by some galleries as part of the reconnaissance for the future, and walked into Ebb Tide Gallery, a small but impressive cooperative art gallery located right on the center spot of Gig Harbor.
Like many small cooperatives that I've seen all over the US, there's a lot of work jammed into the space, but this is understandable and as many of you know, I'm a fan of salon style hanging whenever the situation calls for it!
Cooperative membership galleries such as this one are the front line heroes of the art world, and this gallery boasts an impressive array of artists!
Cooperative galleries, which are usually owned by a group of artists who share the expenses (and sometimes duties) of running the gallery are very special galleries. They also have to sell artwork in order to pay bills. Artists usually pay a monthly fee or a small commission on sales and keep the bulk of their sales.
Back to my visit.
I particularly liked the work of visiting artist Jeanne Anderson, especially a gorgeous watercolor of a waterfall.
Also liked the fine art woodwork of Dale McDaniels, whose intelligent pieces once again showcase why just because it's wood it doesn't have to be relegated or labeled "craft."
Gorgeous photographs by Wendy Beeghley too!
If you're in Gig Harbor, this is a must visit place!
