Alchemy Art Center

Alchemy Art Center Alchemy Art Center is a community art space on San Juan Island with ceramics, print, and photo.

FIGURE DRAWING IS GOING WEEKLY!Attention, figure drawing folks! Alchemy is moving from bi-weekly to weekly figure drawin...
09/03/2026

FIGURE DRAWING IS GOING WEEKLY!

Attention, figure drawing folks! Alchemy is moving from bi-weekly to weekly figure drawing sessions in the Dome on Wednesday evenings.

We’re looking for people interested in modeling!

Modeling is a 2.5-hour commitment and pays $75. We welcome models of all ages, body types, and shapes. No modeling experience is necessary.

Models work n**e, and poses range from shorter gestures to longer poses. You’ll need to be comfortable holding a pose while sitting or standing still for up to 15–20 minutes at a time.

Interested in modeling? Send us a message or get in touch with Alchemy to learn more!

Alchemy will be at the Friday Harbor Farmers Market this Saturday! Stop by and create a postcard, add to a collaborative...
09/03/2026

Alchemy will be at the Friday Harbor Farmers Market this Saturday! Stop by and create a postcard, add to a collaborative community painting, and check out our lavender products, made right here at the Field Campus!

Clay Club is back starting next week! This is our ever-popular after school ceramics program for elementary school-age k...
09/02/2026

Clay Club is back starting next week! This is our ever-popular after school ceramics program for elementary school-age kids. It's a great place for kids to socialize, learn and be creative in a supportive and fun environment!

Wednesdays in September starting 9/9, 2:30-4:30pm

Just a few spots left, sign up now!
www.eventbrite.com/e/september-clay-club-4-wednesdays-tickets-1990805640261

Our third and final cohort of 2026 Artists-in-Residence hosted an art show on Friday to share what they created during t...
09/01/2026

Our third and final cohort of 2026 Artists-in-Residence hosted an art show on Friday to share what they created during their time at Alchemy

Huge thank you to ALL of the AIRS who joined us on the island this summer! We loved having you and are so grateful for all of your contributions this summer, come back soon!

Learn to knit and quilt this fall!!! We have two amazing multi-session fiber/textile classes coming up in September: Kni...
08/28/2026

Learn to knit and quilt this fall!!! We have two amazing multi-session fiber/textile classes coming up in September: Knitting 101 and Quilting Fundamentals. With the arrival of fall, its a great time to learn a new skill and settle into a new creative hobby.

In Knitting 101, learn the fundamentals of knitting including casting on, knitting, purling, and reading patterns. Beginner friendly! This class meets over 4 Wednesdays beginning 9/9, 6:30-8:30pm in the Art Barn.

Quilting Fundamentals will give you all the tools and skills you need to make your own patchwork quilt! Learn the complete quilting process including five different patchwork patterns and leave with a completed small quilt and all the knowledge you need to keep quilting on your own. Students will need a basic understanding of how to operate a sewing machine. This class meets over 6 Tuesdays beginning 9/15, 5:30-8:30pm in the Art Barn.

Check out both of these classes and much more on our class page! Sliding scale pricing and tuition assistance are available
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/alchemy-art-center-42857516193

Save the date for Alchemy’s 2026 Fall Fundraiser Gala!Our fundraiser is one of our favorite nights of the year -- one at...
08/27/2026

Save the date for Alchemy’s 2026 Fall Fundraiser Gala!

Our fundraiser is one of our favorite nights of the year -- one attendee last year said it was the most fun night of their entire life!
This year's theme is Alice in Wonderland! We invite you to interpret this theme in your outfit and join us for a festive evening celebrating all things Alchemy

When: Friday, November 6, 2026, 6–9pm
Where: San Juan Island Grange
What: A festive evening with a delicious Spanish-inspired dinner by Gretchen Allison, drinks, dancing, a rousing auction, and plenty of Wonderland whimsy!

Alchemy’s Fall Fundraiser is one of our most important sources of support for our year-round programming. Your participation helps make it possible for us to offer classes, events, free community arts activities, artist residencies, and new opportunities for creativity and connection throughout the islands.

Tickets go on sale early September– keep an eye out for the link!

Come check out the FOLKS Science Spotlight at the Lime Kiln Lighthouse this Thursday, 6-9pm! Celebrate the 20th annivers...
08/25/2026

Come check out the FOLKS Science Spotlight at the Lime Kiln Lighthouse this Thursday, 6-9pm!
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the park interpretive center with local music, face painting & screen printing, and bubbles!!

Our AIRs are hosting their art show this Friday in the Alchemy Dome! Come see what they have created during their reside...
08/24/2026

Our AIRs are hosting their art show this Friday in the Alchemy Dome! Come see what they have created during their residency at Alchemy! Ceramics by Tess, paintings by Claire, pottery by Sophia, and a live musical performance by Emerald.

Friday 8/28
Art 5-7pm
Music 7pm

See ya there!!

More eel grass tiles underway! Next tile making opportunities this week:Tuesday 8/25 11-3Saturday 8/29 11-3Sunday 8/30 1...
08/24/2026

More eel grass tiles underway!
Next tile making opportunities this week:
Tuesday 8/25 11-3
Saturday 8/29 11-3
Sunday 8/30 11-3

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45 Hawthorne Lane
Friday Harbor, WA
98250

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