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Events
First Friday with Anna Boswell Abel
Friday may 2nd 5:00 - 8:00pm
Join us at Uptic Studios for First Friday, a monthly celebration of Spokane's arts and culture, where we're featuring the powerful work of Anna Boswell Abel. Her exhibition, Profusity, reimagines waste through abstraction and collage, using discarded clothing to confront the impacts of consumerism and fast fashion. Built through community contributions, Anna’s work invites reflection on sustainability, collaboration, and the possibilities of giving new life to what we throw away. Don’t miss this thought-provoking collection and a chance to connect with the artist and our creative community.
Sustainability FOrum - putting purpose into practice
Thursday April 3rd 5:30 - 7:30PM
This quarter’s forum features Jim Simon, Director of Sustainability at Gonzaga University, who will present a case study on mission-driven sustainability and its impact on the built environment. Attendees will gain practical strategies for aligning personal and professional values with sustainable practices in architecture and community planning.
First friday with ben mickelson
Friday March 7th 5:00 - 8:00PM
Join us at Uptic Studios for First Friday, a monthly celebration of Spokane's arts and culture, where we're featuring the captivating artwork of Ben Mickelson. Experience Ben's exploration of the Western landscape as he brings to life the beauty of our forests, mountains, and rivers through watercolor and mixed-media collages. His work captures the changing seasons and evokes a deep connection to the natural world.
Sustainability FOrum - Buliding a sustainable future
Thursday January 30th 5:30 - 7:30PM
Join us at this quarter's sustainability forum. This quarter's forum will feature Dave Schaub, Executive Director of the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy, who brings a wealth of experience in land conservation and sustainable development. The presentation will highlight how thoughtfully integrating conservation efforts into architectural projects can enhance community aesthetics, promote environmental health, and create resilient designs
Sustainability FOrum - Restoring forests with mass timber
Thursday October 10th 5:30 - 7:30PM
Join us at this quarter's sustainability forum. This quarter's forum will feature Russ Vaagen, CEO of Vaagen Timbers, a pioneer in mass timber products. Vaagen Timbers produces cross-laminated and glue-laminated timber using byproducts from sustainable forest restoration, helping to mitigate wildfire risks and improve forest health.
First friday with Jodie Stejer
Friday September 6th 5:00 - 8:00PM
Join us at Uptic Studios for First Friday, a monthly celebration of Spokane's arts and culture, where we're featuring the captivating encaustic artwork of Jodie Stejer. Experience Jodie's innovative techniques and unique vision as she transforms beeswax, resin, and pigments into stunning abstract pieces that capture the essence of movement and depth.
2024 sun valley art + design block party
Join Uptic Studios at the Second Annual Sun Valley Art & Design Block Party!