Artist Edgar Valentine’s explorations into functional glass art and unique figurines and characters are now on view as part of the Museum’s latest exhibition, GATHER: 27 Years of Hilltop Artists. … Continue reading GATHER Artist Spotlight: An Interview with Edgar Valentine
The creative collaboration between Kranitzky and Overstreet began in 1985 when a mutual interest in ceramics prompted them to create mixed-media jewelry to raise funds for a kiln. The serendipitous … Continue reading Studio Jewelry Artist Spotlight: An Interview with Kranitzky & Overstreet
Artist Dani Kaes’ unique approach to glass art and neon is now on view as part of the Museum’s latest exhibition, GATHER: 27 Years of Hilltop Artists. Featuring a variety of … Continue reading GATHER Artist Spotlight: An Interview with Dani Kaes
Representing nearly 30 years of youth development and creative cultivation, GATHER: 27 Years of Hilltop Artists includes work from 21 Hilltop Artists alumni with artistic practices rooted in the Tacoma … Continue reading The Artists of “GATHER: 27 Years of Hilltop Artists”
It is with great sadness that we hear of the passing of one of TAM’s (and Tacoma’s) true stalwarts, Wendy Griffin. Wendy threw herself into cultural activities in Tacoma and … Continue reading In Memoriam – Wendy Griffin
“Art jewelry is a means of communication, artist to wearer, and wearer to viewer,” says jewelry artist Trudee Hill. “Whether it is in the form of a medallion or ring, … Continue reading Studio Jewelry Artist Spotlight: An Interview with Trudee Hill
For Seth Papac, “jewelry, in its concentrated and intimate scale, has the unique capability to retain history, hold a memory, convey a message, and transform a wearer.” This philosophy on … Continue reading Studio Jewelry Artist Spotlight: An Interview with Seth Papac
A Resolution of the Pierce County Council Proclaiming the Month of February 2022 as “Black History Month” in Pierce County, Washington. The theme of Black History Month 2022, “Black Health … Continue reading Tacoma Art Museum Honored in Pierce County Proclamation
Let’s Do Better exists to educate and raise awareness on the many unshared experiences, injustices and disparities that exists with-in the Black American diaspora. Through vivid storytelling and creative product, … Continue reading The Kinsey Collection x TAM Collaboration: Let’s Do Better
Longtime member, Trustee, and current First Vice President of the Board Pamela Transue first connected with the Tacoma Art Museum indirectly, dating from when her spouse, Stuart Grover became involved … Continue reading An Interview with Board First Vice President, Pamela Transue
