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Lunar New Year

Yuan Ru Art Center: Celebrates Lunar New Year with “Art of the Dragon”

Exhibiting nine local and international artists, including three from Mercer Island through March 31. “Surrounding myself in nature is my favorite way to recharge, center myself and find my creative muse. I try to soak in the views and maintain a presence whether I’m taking a walk or traveling. We are so intricately connected to nature and yet everything is so transient. I want to savor and preserve memories of places that are meaningful to me.” -Nancy Abel

“I love how paint/ink mixes with paper to create interesting patterns, images and “happy little accidents.” The transition between light and dark, the splash of colors, and the rhythm among objects I use to create harmony and contrast in my work. My art is a reflection of the magic and beauty of nature's treasures.” – Raleigh Nowers

“My ink art is a reflection of my life’s experiences as well as inspiration from nature and musical rhythm. My studio floor becomes covered with paper like a stage upon which I transfer the thick ink through my movement guiding the brush.” -Julie Hsieh

  • Julie Hsieh and her ink artworks
  • Artwork by Terri Hsing
  • Islander Nancy Abel and her artworks
  • Islander Raleigh Nowers and her art

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