Northwest artists share their works’ stories at ‘Pacific Northwest Perspectives’ in Lynnwood

The Lynnwood Event Center hosted a “Meet the Artists” reception Tuesday evening for the exhibit Pacific Northwest Perspectives: Creations by Northwest Designer Craftartists . This free, public exhibit features the works of 25 artists, including those from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Alaska.

Board of Northwest Designer Craftartists (NWDC) President Nancy Loorem Adams said that one of the organization’s missions is to educate the public about fine craftworks, which mainly involves ceramics, glass, wood, textiles and metal. She said NWDC does not have a “brick-and-mortar” gallery but partners with communities and galleries for exhibitions, such as Schack Art Center.

“We want people to understand the value and beauty of really exceptional designer craft people’s work