Issuu

F E B R UA RY 2 022 | TH E LO C A L LOV E I S S U E

A R T S + C U LTU R E

TH E ART O F WO O D CARV I NG TH REE MUST SEE CH IN ESE ARTISTS LO CAL CRE ATO RS

Sales Highlights 2021 Kirkland, WA | SOLD at $6,000,000

Clyde Hill, WA | SOLD at $6,075,000

Kirkland, WA | SOLD at $3,385,000

Kirkland, WA | SOLD at $3,250,000

Clyde Hill, WA | SOLD at $3,786,000

Proudly with:

Mercer Island, WA | SOLD at $3,898,000

Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

Where

GLOBAL Meets

Kirkland, WA | SOLD at $3,385,000

Luxury

As we approach a new year and a new beginning, many are wondering if now is the right time to buy or sell, after all home buying doesn’t just happen in the summer. Inventory remains low and homes continue to sell much over asking. With these steady trends, the New Year may be a fabulous time to take a leap of faith and plan for a new start. With our extensive list of pre-

Sammamish, WA | SOLD at $3,008,000

qualified buyers, we may even have someone ready to prepare you an exceptional offer. We hope that our 2021 sales highlights demonstrate the time and dedication we give our clients, many who have been with us for multiple sales and purchases over the years. We strive to make the process as smooth as possible and look forward to making 2022 just as successful! We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! May this one be extraordinary!

Kirkland, WA | SOLD at $2,800,000

MIKE MOGHADDAS

Real Estate Broker 425.830.1316 mike@moghaddasrealty.com

LIFESTYLE LETTER

Arts + Makers

February 2022 PUBLISHER

Caitlin Agnew | caitlin.agnew@citylifestyle.com EDITOR IAL COOR DINATOR

Taylor Robinson | taylor.robinson@citylifestyle.com

In our February’s Art issue last year, I shared my personal discovery of a new passion for painting, and because of that article and the community’s response, my art journey has continued to grow and surprise me. The photo above is some of my work created for a collaboration with Jaine Winery this past Spring, and come next Spring I’ll be featured in Carillon Point's NYB Gallery with a whole new series of work (details to come). My hope is that the artists featured in this year’s issue have a similar experience, and that our community continues to support the arts and the creatives who are willing and wanting to put themselves out there. This month’s issue is dedicated to sharing about local makers and artists in our area. As you read about a few local artisans in our community and their stories of passion and self-expression, we hope you are inspired to pursue what you love. It is easy to let our hobbies, talents and special interests fall by the wayside. We just have to be deliberate about allowing ourselves time to pour into interests that we love and that fill us up. What have you been creating lately? Share it with us at Kirkland@ citylifestyle.com. Can’t wait to see what you’ve been up to!

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Max Baker | max.baker@citylifestyle.com AD DESIGNER

Mary Albers LAYOUT DESIGNER

Kelsey Proctor CONTR IBUTING WR ITER S

Bree O'Brien

Corporate Team CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

C A ITLI N AG N E W, PU B LISH E R @KIRKLANDLIFESTYLE

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Randy Radosevich CHIEF DIGITAL OFFICER Bruce Ianni DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson AD MANAGER Chad Jensen WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

Learn how to start your own publication at: citylifestyle.com//franchise

Scan QR code to visit our Instagram CIT YLIFEST YLE.COM/KIRKL AND |

Proverbs 3:5-6 Kirkland Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the Kirkland area’s most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Kirkland Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the

L I F E ST Y LE LE T T E R

accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

Recent sales in Bellevue & Kirkland

Mark von der Burg

Your home. Our mission.

First Founding Broker | Compass Seattle mark@vdbcompass.com 206.245.9185 Seattle 425.882.8821 Eastside

For thirty years, Mark has built his reputation as a national expert in real estate. He is a five-star rated agent with a

$2.467B+ TOTAL LIFETIME SALES

consistent record of being in the top half percentile of all agents nationally. He loves every aspect of real estate: the finances, data-driven marketing, new technology,

30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

vdbcompass.com

creativity of sales, and the negotiation of each deal. Mark is committed to the principle that if an issue is important to a client, it is important to him.

F E B R UA RY 2 0 2 2

inside the issue The Local Love Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

20 The Art of Wood Carving

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Locals Only

Artist’s Palette

Our Town

Must See

Giving Back

Healthy Lifestyle

An Interview with Aleph Geddis

26 Unleashing The Power of Art

Community Institution the Kirkland Arts Center Continues to Provide Engaging Art Experiences for All.

32 Three Must See Chinese Artists

Ryan James Fine Arts Curates an Exhibit to Celebrate Chinese New Year

A RTS + C U LT U R E

A RTS + C U LT U R E A RTS + C U LT U R E

36 How Google Supports Local Arts & Culture

Google's Kirkland Campus Proudly Partners with ArtLifting, a Program Championing Artists that are Impacted by Housing Insecurity and Disabilities.

A RTS + C U LT U R E

O N T H E C OV E R

Wood Carver Aleph Geddis

FO O D + B E V E R AG E

Recent sales in Sammamish, Issaquah, Woodinville, and Redmond

VDB | Compass sets the standard for service and sales in luxury properties. Whether you’re buying or selling a classic Northwest estate, waterfront property, urban penthouse or equestrian manor, VDB | Compass is the first name in PNW premier real estate. Mark works diligently and earnestly

Mark von der Burg First Founding Broker | Compass Seattle

each day to approach client’s real

mark@vdbcompass.com

estate needs with uncompromising

206.245.9185 Seattle

integrity, the hallmark of his stellar

425.882.8821 Eastside

reputation. vdbcompass.com

F E B R UA RY 2 0 2 2

city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen in the city. 1

7 5

1: NYB Gallery hosts its second annual Christmas party and opening event of "Hibernation Celebration" held Dec 9th 2021 - Feb 23rd 2022. 2: "Yelling at the sky" 2017 by Balaji Ponna. Oil on Canvas 59 x 82. 3: Artwork not pictured includes work by Sameer Tawde and Dongi Lee (of the exhibition). 5: "Imagine Series" 2021 by Indra Dodi. Acrylic on canvas 35.5 x 39. 6: "Dinner Series" 2021 by Indra Dodi. Acrylic on Canvas 60 x 70. 7: We’d like to thank everyone for their continued support and for another successful opening!

C I T Y SC E N E

Want to be seen in the magazine? Tag your social media photos with @KirklandLifestyle

8: The Kirkland and Bellevue Lifestyle team came together to celebrate the holidays at Carmine's - Bellevue! 9: Kirkland and Bellevue Lifestyle Publisher, Caitlin, with husband Max Baker. 10: Writer, Heija Nunn (right), with Easton Lemos (left) of Life N Light. 11: Editorial Coordinator, Taylor Robinson (Center) with Jaylen Hendrickson (Left) and Riley Woods (Right) of Life N Light. 12: Thank you from the Kirkland Lifestyle team to all of our readers for another great year!

FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

The science of building in the rain. We have spent decades perfecting the science of building homes in all weather conditions. Our proven method delivers homes that are structurally solid, tight and sound. Other homes may squeak, pop and bounce. Not ours.

b u bcuhchaann.c. ocmo m

Luxury is an

experience.

Marsh Commons | $5,225,000

West of Market | $3,400,000

West of Market | $3,750,000*

2021 Kirkland Sales Success

Norkirk | $3,200,000*

As a real estate agent with Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, I understand that the place we call home is more than a building—it is an opportunity to grow community roots and make memories that last a lifetime. Spring marks our region’s traditionally busy selling season, and it also proves a fruitful opportunity to buy and sell, with inventory levels projected to rise as qualified buyers continue to house hunt. With trust, integrity, and expertise I’m proud to serve as the number one agent by sales volume in my firm’s Kirkland office. Please contact me today for a private consultation and discover your possibilities.

#1 AGENT

By Sales Volume | Kirkland Office | 2020-2021 Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty

$56 MILLION Waterfront | $2,800,000

West of Market | $2,300,000*

in Sales Volume 2021

Brian Hopper Senior Global Real Estate Advisor

Managing Broker Kirkland Brokerage +1 425.300.7330 Brian.Hopper@rsir.com BrianHopper.com

Bridle Trails | $2,000,000

Market Street | $1,425,000 *Buyer Represented Sale

REALOGICS SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY | 15 LAKE STREET, KIRKLAND, WA | RSIR.COM © 2022 Realogics Brokerage, LLC. All rights reserved. Sotheby’s International Realty® and the Sotheby’s International Realty Logo are service marks licensed to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC and used with permission. Realogics Brokerage, LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each franchise is independently owned and operated. Any services or products provided by independently owned and operated franchisees are not provided by, affiliated with or related to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC nor any of its affiliated companies. *Seller reserves the right to change product offering without notice.

F E B R UA RY 2 0 2 2

business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

3rd Annual Alexander’s Hope Valentine’s Day Dash Bring your furry-four-legged friends, V-Day sweethearts, running buddy and loved ones to the Alexander's Hope Valentine's Day Dash along the scenic Kirkland waterfront! Join us on Saturday, February 12th, 2022 at 9 am or virtually from a location of your choosing. Help Alexander's Hope work to spread awareness of organ donation and provide lifesaving heart screenings for youths. Register online at alexandershope.org.

If you want to be included, send us a message! Visit CityLifestyle.com/Kirkland to get in touch.

B USIN E SS M ON T H LY

HUNTER DOUGLAS® AND BUDGET BLINDS® SEASONS OF STYLE SAVINGS EVENT!! North America’s #1 provider of custom window coverings and the most established name in custom window treatments, are teaming up to give you great seasonal savings.

Your New Date Night Destination Whether you’re in the mood to enjoy a craft cocktail, a sweet treat, a relaxing couples massage, or dinner and a movie, The Village at Totem Lake makes it easy. Celebrate with your special someone at popular destinations including Cinemark, Stack571, Salt & Straw and Yuan Spa. More date night destinations will find their home at The Village this year including Serious Pie, hanoon, Umigawa Sushi, and many more. Stay up to date at TheVillageAtTotemLake.com.

Hunter Douglas Silhouette's with Design studio Drapes Smart shades, integrate beautifully with your choice of smart home devices

The Seattle Wedding Show provides engaged couples the opportunity to visit with over 300 wedding experts dedicated to providing valuable insight into planning your dream day. Fabulous gown sale and stunning fashion show. See all the essential and the ‘not so essential’ ideas to create your desired atmosphere within your budget. Your wedding is uniquely yours, whether you’re planning a formal event, a backyard BBQ , or something in between, you’ll find it here! Visit Weddingshow.com.

$ 100*

Amazon® Alexa, Apple® HomeKit™, Google® Assistant, Nest®, Sonos® and more from any mobile device by using the Hunter Douglas app • Program shades to automatically open and close for security and energy savings ON QUALIFYING PURCHASES • No new wiring required •

The Seattle Wedding Show is Back Again on February 19th & 20th

RebateS STARTING AT

Sept. 11–deC. 6, 2021

BONUS! Receive a one-time, $100 bonus rebate when you include 2 or more pairs of Design Studio™ Side Panels with a qualifying purchase.

Call or go online today for your FREE smart home consultation

425-333-7800 | BudgetBlinds.com/Bellevue-wa Or stop by our showroom

8429 122 ave. n.e. Kirkland, WA. 98033 (Across from Starbucks)! Mon-Fri. 10-5 and Saturdays 10-3

FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

LOCAL

creators ARTICLE BY BREE O'BRIEN PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF THE ARTISTS

These Artists’ Self Expression Translates to Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder

eric yi lin WAT E RC OL OR

Lin wishes to share joy and beauty through art. He’s based on the Eastside where his studio is a tiny house in a backyard where he produces watercolor paintings, YouTube videos, and online classes. Lin says, “I want my art to remind people of good memories, beautiful moments in everyday life and celebrate them and their loved ones.” A sensitive and perceptive person, he enjoys creating with watercolor “with its elusive and translucent nature.” Lin also works as a video game environment artist and shares his painting knowledge via teaching and making YouTube videos.

TOP-LEFT: A framed piece by Lin TOP-RIGHT: The artist's studio BOTTOM: Marina Park in Kirkland CIRCLE: The artist

WEBSITE: HTTPS://CAFEWATERCOLOR.COM/ IG: @CAFEWATERCOLOR YOUTUBE: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/CAFEWATERCOLOR

LOCA LS ON LY | A RTS + CULTURE

lisa sheets

meenakshi sinha

A Seattle area resident since 1991, Sheets has exhibited in 27 states and four

Sinha lives in Kirkland with her husband, their nine-year-old daughter, and dog

countries, and her art is included in the University of Washington Book Arts

Toffee. She took up acrylic painting six years ago after leaving her job as an

Collection, the National Museum of Women in the Arts in DC, and more. Her

economist in California and moving with her family to Seattle.

sculpture “Betty Lou” in featured in downtown Kirkland.

Sinha set up her Facebook page, The Giving Canvas, to raise funds for local

Sheets' collages explore history, gender roles, and cultural norms. Using a

nonprofits by way of selling her art. Over the 4.5 years since its inception, the

combination of found/recycled materials, along with digital copies of vintage

platform has raised nearly $100,000 for various charitable causes including

photos gleaned from advertising, family albums, and historical databases,

Hopelink and the YWCA. The project enables community members to help

she creates a lens to examine our history and reflect on its influence on our

others in the community while taking home colorful works of art.

SCULPTURE AND COLLAGE

ACRYLIC

present. She uses repetition and digital manipulation of source images to emphasize key imagery and create symmetrical compositions.

TOP-LEFT: "Seattle 2nd Ave Essential Needs" collage TOP-RIGHT: "The Rainbow" collage BOTTOM: "Betty Lou" CIRCLE: Sheets working on "Stephanie", Photo by Matt Saettler

TOP-LEFT: A painting by Sinhae TOP-RIGHT: An untitled painting BOTTOM: "Tree in Joy" which benefitted Hopelink CIRCLE: Sinha and one of her works

FACEBOOK: HTTPS://FACEBOOK.COM/THEGIVINGCANVAS/

ETSY: ARTSPAWNSTUDIO IG: @LISASHEETS_ARTSPAWN WEBSITE: LISASHEETS.COM/ABOUT.HTML FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

2022 Home Design Trends: “Perfectly Imperfect.” According to Living Spaces’ Jessica Harris, the design trend in 2022 is going to reflect the growing notion that it is OK to embrace “perfect imperfection”; whether it’s in how we perceive ourselves, or in our interior design choices - or both!

The Juxtaposition of Color and Texture Whether it’s in color, texture or a combination therein, juxtapositions that complement boldly, or ones that tastefully clash, are all in for this year. Pinks contrasting against bright greens and highlighted by gold accents have been on the rise and we are likely to see them explode in 2022. Mixing knits with satin, gold with black and a pop of turquoise, for example. It all hangs in the balance and creates a delicious burst of personality and statement to your home.

Nude Look If color is not your thing, never fear; the pull towards a minimalist, earthy, natural aesthetic remains ever popular.

Photo by Spacejoy

Use of wood, linen, organic cotton, knits, jute and concrete define this aesthetic. Trending in 2022 is the ability to bring in sumptuous textures to monochrome, raw spaces, adding luxury and softness, especially in living rooms and bedrooms. Layering will be key across bedding and seating alike, creating a peaceful haven of comfort and tranquility.

A Biophilic Design This is a growing trend to bring the outdoors in, increase oxygenation within the home and live at one with nature. Succulents and cacti offer tactile structure and shades of green that complement any design palette. Experiment with aloe, ferns, philodendrons and snake plants, to name but a few. This will extend to more edible plant growing indoors, especially in condos with little or no outdoor space. Lavender and Rosemary make excellent additions within the home, too.

Vintage Appeal Mixing new and old is not a novel trend, but buying reclaimed furniture or repurposing older pieces is a growing vibe - and benefits the environment too. There is a strengthening appreciation for family heirlooms and the connections between past and present, as we ground ourselves within an ever-changing external world. Surrounding ourselves with objects that provide comfort and joy, as well as a feeling of safety and warmth, is a yearning that will very much translate into how we decorate our homes. Photo by Spacejoy

Selling in 2022? When I stage a home, I absolutely take

MARILISA VERGOT TINI

these trends into consideration. The idea is to give each home

Broker 206.599.9908 marilisa@compass.com luxuryseattleliving.com

consideration of design based on trending styles is part of the

maximum appeal to yield highest and best return, and careful expertise my team and I bring to the table. Connect with me for specific advice in line with your home and its architecture.

A RT IST ’S PA LE T T E | ARTS + CULTURE

The Art of Wood Carving AN INTERVIEW WITH ALEPH GEDDIS

With an appreciation of geometry, Northwest Coast Native art, world travels, and family mentors, local woodcarver Aleph Geddis has cultivated an artistic journey true to his inner calling. You may have seen his impressive one-of-a-kind 18.5 ft piece of art at the flagship Filson retail store in Seattle, but that’s just one of his many impressive creations. As an artist, he prides himself in staying true to his creative vision without compromise and finds value in taking time for each step of the process. “I think this day in age, with so many distractions, making something with your hands and being present with that process is so important. It always brings me to my center and makes everything ok,” says Geddis. Kirkland Lifestyle caught up with him to learn more about what inspires and draws him to his craft. CONTINUED >

FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

“Growing up in the Pacific Northwest I have always been drawn to native art. I especially love all the mix of animal and human characters; they are so magical and evoke so much feeling.”

Tell us about your artist journey. I was lucky enough to have my mom marry a very talented woodcarver and wooden boat builder. I grew up in and around the carving shed, mostly making swords and other playful objects. I started sculpting with bees wax at an early age in Waldorf school. The impermanence of the substrate helped me focus on the process more so than the final piece due to that once complete, all the wax could be reused for the next project. I always loved to sculpt but never knew that carving was going to be my main area of focus. When I was 19, my dad taught my friends and I a carving class and it turned out that I had a knack for it. I was instantly inspired and dove in full force. At the time my dad needed an apprentice to help him with his bird carving, so I started working with him full time. For many years I worked alongside him helping him with his commissions, mostly carving realistic flora and fauna. At the same time, I also began my study of geometry, mostly the platonic solids and how to make them out of wood. Since then, I have been slowly going more and more into the abstract

using the structural building blocks of the geometry. I am on a never-ending search for the balance between structure and fluidity, the hard and the soft. Wood has always been my favorite medium to work in mostly because of the feeling of the chip coming off as a sharp blade cuts through the wood. It is such an intimate process with each wood having different qualities. You created an 18.5 ft piece of art for Filson’s retail store in Seattle. Tell us about your appreciation of Northwest Native art and how it influences you. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest I have always been drawn to native art. I especially love all the mix of animal and human characters; they are so magical and evoke so much feeling. Early in my artist path I studied northwest coast native art and was fully consumed by it. There is a sense of form and relationship between the compound curves that is very special. The steps I learned to carve early on my artist path are still the process I use to carve my abstract and geometric pieces currently.

CONTINUED >

A RT IST ’S PA LE T T E | ARTS + CULTURE

FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

What is your process when starting a new project? I start a project with lots of drawing, though drawing does not come naturally. I think more 3d and learned to draw in order to make my sculptures that I had in my head. In making a big project, after my preliminary drawings, I then carve a scale model. That way, I learn the steps to be taken on the full-sized piece. I have different areas of study and each new piece is informed by the previous works. It’s like I have different story lines that continue to grow and evolve but building from the previous characters. With my new works it feels like I am learning a new language and like I am just now learning to write. What and who inspires you? I am inspired by process and love to watch people making things by hand and the steps they go through to create. I look at a lot of sculpture from the mid-century and just before. I discovered Brancusi after I already started carving geometric totem poles. I love his raw yet refined style; he was way ahead of his time. I am really inspired by West African textiles and masks, like those of the Dogan tribe. My stepdad has been a huge influence on me and is a big part of who I am as an artist. His open-door policy with the carving shed and the way he shares everything he knows so freely is really inspiring. I am very grateful for the time I was lucky enough to spend with Duane Pasco. His process and focus are impeccable, he finishes one step completely before moving onto the next. It sounds simple but is not always easy. What challenges do you experience in your artistic journey? The most challenging part of the artist path for me is finding the balance of making an income and being true to my art without compromise. Doing a lot of commission work early on with my dad, and sometimes almost feeling like a surrogate artist, lead me to be very selective in making pieces for people. I only make pieces that I am inspired to make and what I would already want to make without the commission. I have been lucky enough to have a lot of support on my path by people who get what I am doing. Describe your style. I really don’t know how to describe my style. If you found one of my pieces buried in the dirt, I would want you to not know if it was from the future or the past. An ancient future of sorts. I want you to see that it was made by a human and feel that energy in it. My recent works I see as place holders. They are meant to ground and center, and then transport you from that space into new uncharted territories. You can find Aleph’s work at Glasswing in Seattle and The Window in LA. He is also starting to do “secret sales.” Find him online to be in the know at alephgeddis.com.

A RT IST ’S PA LE T T E | ARTS + CULTURE

PREPAR E YOUR HOM E TO SELL HAS SLE - FREE WITH COM PAS S CONCI ERGE The Concierge program at Compass provides sellers with the opportunity to maximize the value of their home. This Compass program covers a variety of selected upfront costs of preparing to list on the market at a 0% interest rate, allowing you to increase your home’s selling price. At the end of your transaction, the total cost provided by Concierge will be deducted from the net proceeds once your home sells and closes.

BEFORE

AFTER

Compass Concierge offers a wide range of selected services from deep-cleaning and decluttering, to landscaping and cosmetic renovations. We work with you from start to finish, which means determining the current value of your home, strategizing what the high-impact upgrades to increase value are, and creating a timeline and plan to execute. Our Team has used the Concierge program with multiple clients in the past, and have seen tremedous results each time. For our clients using the program, we have created a curated list of trusted and approved vendors to utilize and we coordinate the whole process, so you don’t have to stress!

FE R R E R A T E AM

Catherine & McKenna Ferrera M: 206.579.1077 catherine@ferrerateam.com www.Ferrerateam.com Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

A display in the Representational Fantastic exhibition

O UR TOWN | ARTS + CU LTURE

Unleashing The Power of Art COMMUNITY INSTITUTION THE KIRKLAND ARTS CENTER CONTINUES TO PROVIDE ENGAGING ART EXPERIENCES FOR ALL. ARTICLE BY BREE O'BRIEN PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF KIRKLAND ARTS CENTER

Kirkland Lifestyle connected with Lauren Lyddon, the Director of Marketing & Communications for the Kirkland Arts Center, to learn more about this local jewel. Occupying the historic Peter Kirk Building (built 1890-92), the KAC’s mission is to unleash the power of art to ignite individual growth and self-expression, build community spirit, and cultivate cultural vibrancy. KL: Can you tell me a little about the history of the KAC? Kirkland Arts Center has been serving the Kirkland area since 1962, previously as the Creative Arts League. Nearly sixty years ago, a group of artists interested in providing more opportunities in the arts locally purchased the Peter Kirk Building and transformed it into an exhibition gallery, community art studios, and classrooms! We’ve maintained that sense of community and connection while innovating in our offerings. Over the past two years, we’ve offered virtual classes for the first time, and January of 2022 saw the launch of our new teen program. KL: Who uses the KAC and for what? Artists and those who would like to become artists! We welcome people of all ages from throughout the Seattle area to take classes in subjects ranging from ceramics to art history. For those not ready to commit to a quarter length class – or those who can’t get enough! – we also offer life drawing sessions on a weekly basis, with live models. Visitors can also drop by the gallery, which is free to the public and features more than six contemporary art exhibitions each year. CONTINUED >

FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

A collection of pottery produced at the KAC

KL: How did the KAC survive the pandemic? Truthfully, we survived the pandemic thanks to the resilience of this community, our volunteers, donors, and staff. The team immediately pivoted to online classes – a huge shift for an organization like ours which has always been grounded in being on-location in our building – and increased our pursuit of grants and donor funding. We’re really grateful for everyone who worked so hard to ensure we’re still here. We’re also elated to have been able to bring unconventional arts programming to the community in all phases of the pandemic. These offerings included an all-digital exhibition, a resource hub for folks to engage in arts experiences at home, and “Art for the Helpers,” a project where we made arts classes available to first responders and frontline workers at no charge. KL: What’s something that local residents may not know about the KAC? That there’s truly a place for you here. Whether you’re an experienced artist, or haven’t picked up a drawing instrument since you were a kid, there’s a spot for you. The teachers are incredible, the options are nearly endless, and you might be surprised at what a difference a regular art practice makes for you.

The historic Peter Kirk Building

O UR TOWN | ARTS + CU LTURE

KL: What can we look forward to at the KAC? Just last month we launched our teen program (KirklandArtsCenter.org/Teen) and there’s still time for young people to get plugged in this winter! This program offers teens a broad range of ways to engage, ranging from Teen Open Studios (free to all, with supplies provided) to series of classes taught by experts to help high schoolers complete portfolios for further education or opportunities in the arts. People of all ages should check out Spring quarter classes (KirklandArtsCenter.org) and try something new, or build on their skills in ceramics, painting, drawing, printmaking, or art history. Drop by our gallery any time before February 12th to view our current exhibition, Great Mysterious Heart by Megan Prince. Visit our website for details on this and the next exhibition this Spring.

The Interdependence juried exhibition

Students work on landscape paintings

An artist inspects his sculpture FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

P I L AT E S

BEST INSTRUCTORS

Details

PILATES SPECIALTIES

PILATES BEST IN CLASS

The Pilates Studio at PRO is one of the largest in the Northwest with a comprehensive array of apparatus and the most experienced instructors to help individuals achieve body changing results. Two additional studios include an intimate Pilates Reformer Studio and Mat Pilates Studio. PRO’s best in class instructors help develop core strength, stamina, and a long, lean, healthy body through highly detailed instruction and guided functional movement for unbelievable results.

“Each session is an education for your body as you learn to breathe, restore energy, and strengthen and tone to create better posture and a stronger, leaner body. We’ll show you how to activate muscles you didn’t know you had to access the changes in your body.”

• • • • •

Athletic Conditioning Posture Back Pain Joint Stress Muscle Toning

• • • • •

Strength Building Improved Flexibility Enhanced Mobility Pre & Postnatal care Injury Prevention

EXPERTISE PRO’s in-house Balanced Body Certification program teaches the teachers. Plus, PRO’s instructor certifications go above and beyond to include postural assessments, injury prevention, and pre and postnatal care and an annual advanced training allowance for further obtaining knowledge in anatomy, kinesiology, and additional leading-edge skills.

Beth Lippman

Balanced Body Master Teacher. Worked with Mari Winsor, who popularized Pilates. More than two decades of experience. Certified by the Pilates Method Alliance, the largest international Pilates professional organization for teachers.

Scott Miller

Over 20 years experience, certified expert instructor, former competitive athlete. Movement Specialist.

Carrie Livingston

Balanced Body certified Pilates Instructor, ACE-certified Personal Trainer, and certified Group Fitness Instructor, Functional Training expert, TRX suspension training.

Paria Ghanbari

STOTT PILATES® Injuries & Special Populations, Matwork, Reformer and Total Barre® Certifications, Level 1&2: STOTT PILATES® Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels and Rehabilitation Specialist, TRX suspension training.

Catherine Nosacka

Comprehensive Pilates Certification, certified personal trainer, injury recovery/prevention specialist, muscle endurance expert, competitive dancer.

CONTACT PRO Club Pilates 4455 148th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA 98007 (425) 885-5566 proclub.com

P I L AT E S PRO CLUB | BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON

NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WHAT SETS PILATES AT PRO CLUB APART?

WHAT IS THE PILATES AT PRO CLUB MISSION?

WHAT IS PILATES AT PRO CLUB BEST KNOWN FOR?

Experienced instructors, a full array of the latest equipment, and tailor-made sessions based on the individual body’s needs and goals.

PRO’s instructors focus on fitting Pilates to the person and the body, rather than the person to the class.

Well-educated instructors from a variety of fitness backgrounds with the best certifications.

Three Must See Chinese Artists RYAN JAMES FINE ARTS CURATES AN EXHIBIT TO CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR

ARTICLE BY CAITLIN AGNEW

In honor of Chinese New Year, Ryan James Fine Arts will be exhibiting three Chinese artists through the month of February. The gallery owners, Ryan James and Jessica Kravitz, discovered the artists in 2016 when they produced a show with curator Paul Manfredi, Ekphrastic Assimilations, featuring mixed-media art by six Chinese artists and six WA artists. The exhibition crossed boundaries between image and text, cultural backgrounds, and language, forming assimilation of expression. Produced in partnership with The Seattle Art Museum Gardner Center and the Chiang Ching-kuo Foundation. All three featured artists are working in the field of contemporary art, each in their own distinctive style. Zhong Biao has such a strong painterly quality to his works pulling strong emotion from the work. Lv De’an has a way of evoking his poetry into each work communicating through paint vs. words. Yan Li commands surrealism creating enchanting worlds. For more information visit ryanjamesfinearts.com or stop by the gallery located at Kirkland Urban.

Zhong Biao Born in Chongqing, China in 1968. He was educated at the Central Academy of Fine Art in Hangzhou and is currently a professor of painting at the Sichuan Academy of Art. He has held one-person shows in China, Singapore, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan, the United States, Germany, and the UK, and has his work been collected by individuals and prominent art institutions throughout the world. His painting, which in recent years is both abstract and hyper, almost photo-realistic in quality, creates spellbinding juxtapositions of method and content at once. Described by one critic as a form of “visual archaeology,” Zhong strives to bring about the viewer’s awareness of deeper often invisible forms of energy and order which give rise to the phenomenal world.

M UST SE E | A RTS + CU LTURE

Yan Li Born in Beijing in 1954. Yan’s contribution to contemporary Chinese art reaches back to its inception in 1979 when the first unofficially sanctioned artists took to the streets of Beijing — Yan Li among them — to demand artistic freedom as a basic human right. This group was named the Stars, and Yan Li was a founding member. Also, in the late 1970s he was a founding member of the Misty Poetry group which again made an indelible mark on Chinese cultural history, transforming Chinese poetry from propagandistic boilerplate to a fully realized form of self-expression. In the decades following, Yan Li has continued creating visual art and publishing poetry in venues ranging from Beijing to New York, from Tehran to Sydney, and of course, Shanghai, where he maintains his primary residence. As an artist, poet, and arts organizer, Yan Li is a major feature of the Chinese contemporary art scene.

CONTINUED > FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

Lv De’an Born in Fujian Province in 1960. He enrolled as an art major in the Fujian School of Arts and Crafts in 1978, and shortly thereafter also began writing poetry. Though not naturally given to social interaction, and for decades has been famously laconic and even reticent to engage in artistic movements, he was nonetheless a founding member of both the “Friday Group” of poets and artists in the city of Fuzhou in 1983, and the “They Group” of poets in Nanjing in 1985, two seminal arts groups which helped to propel an entirely new sensibility in Chinese artistic and literary culture in the late twentieth century. Though not a prolific poet, Lv has produced numerous poetry collections, most recently Stones 顽石 (2000). His visual art has evolved considerably over the years, beginning with more realistic works, and gradually shifting, particularly after a three-year sojourn to New York City in the early 1990s, to entirely abstract oil painting. He currently resides in a small, self-constructed house in the mountains on the outskirts of Fuzhou, as well as New York.

M UST SE E | A RTS + CU LTURE

ARTICLE BY CAITLIN AGNEW

Google Kirkland Urban Campus Rendering

HOW GOOGLE SUPPORTS LOCAL ARTS & CULTURE GOOGLE'S KIRKLAND CAMPUS PROUDLY PARTNERS WITH ARTLIFTING, A PROGRAM CHAMPIONING ARTISTS THAT ARE IMPACTED BY HOUSING INSECURITY AND DISABILITIES.

G IV IN G BAC K | A RTS + CULTURE

As one of the largest employers in Kirkland, Google aims to be a helpful neighbor by being active in the community and giving back to the neighborhoods it inhabits. This year, Google and Google.Org, Google’s philanthropy, provided grants to local non-profit community organizations including ATTAIN Housing, The Kirkland Parks & Community Foundation, Lake Washington School Foundation, Kirkland Kids Theatre-Studio East and the Kirkland Rotary and Chamber. Since 2004, their employees—with matching

ARTLIF TING

From the ArtLifting program, art by Saundra Flemming

contributions from Google—have donated over $37 million in charitable giving to Kirkland nonprofits. And their employees have also served over 52,000 hours of volunteer and pro bono work with area nonprofits and schools. “We’re always looking for new ways to be stronger community members. We often team up with local nonprofits to better understand local opportunities so we can co-create designs that inspire innovation, big ideas, and community,” a Google spokesperson said. And oftentimes, that means working with local artists to incorporate murals, photography, locally-sourced materials or even historical elements into their office spaces. In particular, their current partnership with ArtLifting has enabled them to support local artist communities and give back. ArtLifting is a program that champions artists who are impacted by housing insecurity and disabilities by giving a platform to these artists that have traditionally been underrepresented in the contemporary art market. Each artist has a unique perspective, style, and story based on the diversity of their lived experiences, artistic talents, and innovative processes. The powerful combination of their artwork and stories inspire communities and drive social change. “Working with ArtLifting presented an opportunity to add a unique flavor to the Google Kirkland office that made it feel Googley and reflected the local culture while also showcasing the work of exceptional artists. Their beautiful art helps us foster a workplace of belonging and inclusivity,” says a Google spokesperson, “supporting the local community is core to Google’s workplace philosophy because if our local communities thrive, we thrive too.” Currently there are eight ArtLifting pieces on Google’s Kirkland 6th campus.

FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

M E D S PA M E D I C A L S PA AT P R O M E D I C A L | B E L L E V U E , WA S H I N G TO N

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WHAT SETS US APART?

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION?

We raise the bar in quality and patient experience with the most extensive credentials and experience to create exceptional results.

Our goal is to help our clients gain more confidence in their appearance and look their best.

WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR? A tailor-made approach to slow the signs of aging, restore the softer signs of youth, and natural-looking facial enhancements.

CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

M E D I C A L S PA

B E S T M E D S PA I N J E C TA B L E S

Details SPECIALTIES • Botox®

EXPERT INJECTORS

Facial injectables are one of the most popular procedures performed at the Medical Spa at PRO Medical. Regarded as the one of the best injector teams in the Northwest, the master injectors have earned the highest reputation for superior outcomes and patient satisfaction with the experience of a 5-star resort.

“We are invested in your experience by utilizing perfected techniques to create the most natural-looking results in line with your aesthetic goals.” Lip Filler

• Dysport® • Juvéderm®

• Sculptra® Butt Lift • Thread Lift

• Voluma™

• QWO™ Cellulite Injectable

• LYFT

• Kybella® Double Chin

• Kysse™

• Facial Sculpting

• Sculptra® Aesthetic

• The Liquid Face Lift

MASTER INJECTORS Monika Mayfield, RN Only Galderma trainer to physicians and nurse injectors, two decades of experience. Awarded “Most Loved Injector” by Real Self, named “Master of the Needle.” Kari Erickson, RN Ten years’ experience, aesthetic guru, master injector with advanced training with Botox®, Dysport®, Restylane®, and Juvéderm. Brooke Tamble, RN, MBA Twenty years medical care experience, advanced injector training from Allergan/Galderma, facial aesthetic specialist, only US recipient of the Queen Silvia International Nursing Award. Kaylee Deatherage, RN Regenerative aesthetics specialist, advanced injector training from Allergan/Galderma, PRP (Platelet rich plasma) expert, Gonzaga Presidential Honor graduate. Located at Maple Valley location.

BEFORE

AFTER

CONTACT

Botox®

Bellevue, Washington (425) 861-6281 https://www.proclub.com/medical/medical-spa @promedspa

BEFORE

AFTER

Br i ng i ng Joy B ack i nt o t he K it chen

CHEF DENNIS PRESCOTT TALKS FALLING IN LOVE WITH FEEDING PEOPLE AND THE CONNECTION FOOD CREATES

F i nd t he t h i n g s t h at you love . Ta ke t he s t r e s s ou t of fo o d . Fe e d p e ople b e c au s e a l l t he y r e a l l y c a r e a b ou t i s s p end i n g t i me w it h you . Br i n g joy b ack i nt o t he k it chen .”

WHETHER YOU KNOW HIM FROM THE NETFLIX HIT RESTAURANTS ON THE EDGE OR FROM HIS ABSOLUTELY MOUTH-WATERING FOOD PHOTOS AS @DENNISTHEPRESCOT T ON THE ‘GRAM, THIS FORMER-MUSICIAN

TURNED

INTERNATIONALLY-

RENOWNED CHEF IS AN AMAZINGLY TALENTED, THOUGHTFUL, AND GLOBE-TROT TING FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH. When it comes to inspiration for creating experiences around food and your community, as well as creating travel bucket lists to some of the world’s most unique and delicious destinations off the beaten path, Chef ‘Dennis The Prescott ’ is a culinary change maker whose feed you’ll want to feast on. Host for two seasons of the show, Dennis and his two food and design co-hosts travel the world to revive failing restaurants by connecting them to the local culture. Filming included

S c a n fo r t h e f u l l article online.

13 episodes over 9 months that included three in Canada, one in the continental US, one in Hawaii, and others outside of North America, including Hong Kong, Slovenia, Austria, Malta, St. Lucia and Finland.

H EA LT H Y LIF E ST Y LE | FOOD + BE VE RAGE

T r avel R ecom mend at ion s for Food ies “Slovenia borders Italy and Croatia, which is to say there are a lot of shared values in and around food; they have really great cheese, dairy, beef, pasta, but very few tourists, hardly any. So if you love Italy, that kind of specific travel and food experience, particularly Northern Italy, because you can see the Alps from where they are. It’s picture perfect, a beautiful place, and also where orange wine is from.” Dennis also highly recommends Costa Rica, Hawaii and Finland. “Most people love the idea of travel, but we tend to pick the same places when we travel, and there is nothing wrong with that, they are amazing for a reason, but when you get off the beaten path a little bit, you learn the difference between vacation and travel.” In addition to travels, Dennis is a huge advocate for supporting local businesses and the connection grilling in your own backyard can make. “Grilling is inherently communal. You talk to your neighbors, they smell it, they ask you what you’re cooking; the whole act of it is a community. One of the most common fears Dennis hears from people cooking and/or grilling at home is, ‘where do I start?’ Dennis recommends cooking the things that bring you joy — things that are on a restaurant menu you can’t NOT order because you’re so pumped that those dishes are on there. “Find the things that you love. Take the stress out of food. Feed people because all they really care about is spending time with you. Bring joy back into the kitchen.” FEB R UARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

I F YO U A R E READING THIS... S O I S YO U R B E S T C L I E N T.

2 OU T OF 3 of our readers regularly purchase from our ads.

ADVERTISE WITH KIRKLAND LIFESTYLE LEARN MORE AT CITYLIFESTYLE.COM/KIRKLAND

A LO OK THROUGH OUR LO CAL KIRKLAND NEIGHBORHO OD SALE S WEST OF MARKET OFF MARKET!

626 13TH AVE W - REPRESENTED SELLER

707 14TH AVE W - REPRESENTED SELLER

1104 5TH ST W - REPRESENTED SELLER

HIGHLANDS OFF MARKET!

OFF MARKET!

8619 113TH LN NE - REPRESENTED SELLER

11726 NE 102ND PL - REPRESENTED SELLER

8617 112TH LN NE - REPRESENTED SELLER

HOUGHTON OFF MARKET!

6526 102ND PL NE - REPRESENTED SELLER

5820 110TH AVE NE - REPRESENTED BUYER

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THESE COMMUNITIES OR ANY OF THE OTHER WONDERFUL NEIGHBORHOODS KIRKLAND HAS TO OFFER, WE WOULD LOVE TO HELP! AFTER 19 YEARS OF WORKING IN THE KIRKLAND AREA, WE ARE WELL VERSED IN THE LOCAL NEIGHBORHOODS AND MARKET.

FE R R E R A TEA M

$2.05MM

NORKIRK

Represented Buyer

Opportunity to build your dream home WEST OF MARKET

$2.2MM

MARKET EXPERTISE. PRESTIGE SERVICE. PERSONAL CONNECTIONS. $2.7MM

ROSE HILL

Represented Buyer

Max Rombakh M A N AG I N G B R O K E R LUXURY MARKETING SPECIALIST

CELL EMAIL WEB

2 0 6 . 2 2 7. 0 7 3 7 M A X R @ W I N D E R M E R E .C O M M A X R O M B A K H .C O M