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My 2025 Year in Art: A Look Back at a Beautifully Busy Year
As 2025 comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on what a full and rewarding year it has been for my art. From gallery shows and sales to festivals and community events, this year gave me so many opportunities to share my work and connect with people who love art—and nature—as much as I do. Thank you for supporting local art, for valuing handmade work, and for celebrating the beauty and awe of nature. Here’s a look back at some of the highlights. March: New Shows, Renewed Con
Janis Howes
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Solo Show at Ridgecrest Public House
I've been given a wonderful opportunity to showcase a selection of original art as a solo show. Thanks to Shorelake Arts, who is...
Janis Howes
Oct 13, 20242 min read


Raven & Crow Show
My Common Raven colored pencil drawing is in the Raven & Crow juried show for the month of October at Red Sky Gallery in Lake Forest...
Janis Howes
Oct 3, 20241 min read


Schacktoberfest!
I've been super busy with the Schack Art Center lately. Two of my pieces - Carrion Crow and my latest new piece, Great Horned Owl - were...
Janis Howes
Oct 3, 20241 min read


Three Little Birds at Parklane Gallery in Kirkland
I am pleased to share that my 3 watercolor/gouache bird pieces have been accepted into the 32nd Annual Int'l Miniatures show at Parklane...
Janis Howes
May 23, 20241 min read


2024 Edmonds Arts Festival
This piece, Carrion Crow, will be in the PAINTINGS Juried Art Gallery at the 2024 Edmonds Arts Festival June 14, 15 and 16. So excited...
Janis Howes
May 17, 20241 min read


Snowy Plover Art at Coos Art Musuem
I am so happy to be part of this show running at the Coos Art Museum in Coos Bay, Oregon July 7-Sept 24. The show is called "Changing...
Janis Howes
Jul 15, 20231 min read


Recently Sold at GNSINW Show at Aljoya Northgate!
I am thrilled to have sold my Great Blue Heron colored pencil drawing at the recent show at Aljoya Northgate, with the Guild of Natural...
Janis Howes
Jun 12, 20231 min read


Bewick's Wren at the Schack 23rd Juried Art Show
My piece, Bewick's Wren, Thyromanes bewickii, will be at the Schack 23rd Annual Juried Art Show June 15 through August 26th.
Janis Howes
Jun 12, 20231 min read


Shop at the Soulumination Holiday Market on Saturday Dec. 3rd, 9am-3pm
Join me at Soulumination Holiday Market! I will be one of 25 local art vendors selling their creations. From art to cards to candles and...
Janis Howes
Dec 1, 20221 min read


Puget Sound Bird Fest Poster Art
https://myedmondsnews.com/2022/07/janis-howes-wins-2022-puget-sound-bird-fest-poster-art-contest/ My art, Trumpeter Swans of Skagit...
Janis Howes
Aug 22, 20221 min read


Small Works Show at Gallery North in Edmonds
The month of March 2022 I am showing 6 pieces of art in Edmonds, WA. This annual juried show features art from regional and national...
Janis Howes
Mar 23, 20221 min read


Carrots at 2021 Schack-toberfest Juried Show
I have a new piece, "Carrots", now up at the 2021 Schack-toberfest Juried show, running through November 6. I will soon have some note...
Janis Howes
Oct 3, 20211 min read


Showing Art at Edmonds Arts Festival August 27-29
I will have 2 of my original illustrations at the upcoming Edmonds Arts Festival in Edmonds, WA, which is live this year, and runs August...
Janis Howes
Aug 8, 20211 min read


Phinneywood Art Walk, June 12th, Noon-4pm
I will be selling art with some of my favorite artists this Saturday at the Phinneywood Art Walk & Stroll, Saturday, June 12th, Noon-4pm....
Janis Howes
Jun 11, 20211 min read


Latest Bird Drawing - A Fairy Wren!
I have been fascinated by the little Fairy Wrens for some time now, and had been wanting to draw one in colored pencil. I found a usable...
Janis Howes
May 7, 20211 min read


Schack-toberfest Opens Sept 17th at Schack Arts Center, Everett, WA
I am excited to be one of the many local artists showing work at Schack Art Center in their annual Schack-toberfest art show - the...
Janis Howes
Sep 15, 20201 min read


The Horseshoe Crab Link
I was wondering why I have had 3 orders for my Horseshoe Crab Note card in the past 2 weeks. I am thrilled to have more orders, and...
Janis Howes
Jul 4, 20201 min read


Autumn Artisan Market Coming Up!
Sunday, November 3rd, Noon - 4pm The Barn at Holly Farm, 19515 51st Ave SE Bothell, Washington 98012 I will be selling original art and...
Janis Howes
Oct 30, 20191 min read


The Bug Show at Plank Studios & Gallery
I will be one of the artists in a show coming up in the Georgetown neighborhood in Seattle running November 9th through December 8th,...
Janis Howes
Oct 22, 20191 min read
