Gallery4Culture
2008-2009 Season

Laura Ward
Impressions
October 2 - October 31

reception October 2, 2008, 6 – 8 p.m.

Gallery4Culture is pleased to announce an exhibition of new sculpture by Seattle artist Laura Ward.

Ward is exploring the effects that patterns have on the mind, its memories and the imagination. The interiors and exteriors of abandoned spaces have become the source material for her sculptures. Each space contains patterns existing in both the architecture and decorations, and created by footprints and erosion. In this new series of work, Ward translates these patterns into three-dimensional sculptures using layered and carved paper, cement and wood. The sculptures represent interpretations of her memories sparked by images of existing patterns.

A reception will be held on October 2, 2008, the first Thursday of the month, during the Downtown Artwalk, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. The public is encouraged to attend. The exhibition will run from October 2 – 31, 2008.

Gallery4Culture is located within 4Culture offices at 101 Prefontaine PL S, at the corner of Third and Prefontaine, in the Tashiro/Kaplan Building. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed government holidays; the gallery is open and free to the public.

In 1979, King County Arts Commission's visual arts coordinator, Mickey Gustin Hardman, began a gallery with little more than some foam core and linen and a visionary spirit. Her legacy continues through the Gallery 4Culture program which provides artists not represented by commercial galleries with opportunities for one-person shows. She will be remembered as a fierce advocate for artists and a pivotal figure in shaping the Seattle arts community.

For more information on Gallery4Culture or other 4Culture programs, contact 206 296.7580.