Bringing Community to the Artist and Art to the Community

Providing art lovers & artists the opportunity to learn and connect is a key pillar of our mission at PAL.

The Peninsula Art League Art Forum

  • Monthly Meetings & Art Talks: We are delighted to host a series of monthly Art Forums. These meetings are designed to provide access to guest arts and culture presentations, an opportunity to mingle with peers in the local art community, and a chance to hear the latest news from PAL.

 

  • What to Expect: Each month, experienced arts professionals share insights into their inspiration, discuss recent projects, or demonstrate unique techniques.  In addition, we feature a small display from 1-3 PAL artists at every meeting. It’s a wonderful way for members to showcase their work and for attendees to discover the talent within our creative community!

 

  • When + Where: PAL Art Forums are held on the second Saturday of each month, September through May, at PenMet Parks Rosedale Hall or the Arletta Schoolhouse.  These meetings are free of charge and you do not need to be a PAL member to attend. We invite you to come along and find out more about PAL and our local art scene!

* Featured Meetings *

January: Member-Only Luncheon 
At the start of the New Year, we gather to celebrate our community at the Annual PAL Member Luncheon. This is a perfect occasion for members to reflect on the past year and set goals for the artistic journey ahead while catching up with friends old and new.

November: Annual General Meeting
We time our Annual General Meeting to coincide with one of our marquee events, the National Fine Art Show (NFAS). Hosted at the award-winning Gig Harbor Vintage Aero Museum, this is a fantastic opportunity to hear a “look back and look forward” from the PAL board while enjoying the exceptional art on display. This meeting is open to members and non-members alike.

More details on guest speakers, topics, and locations can be found in our Calendar.

To reserve your spot, please register via Eventbrite. There is no charge to attend, but registration helps us plan for seating and refreshments.

PAL Member Show in the Pavilion

2026 | Summer Member Show | Juried

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Volunteer Vern Pavilion at Sehmel Homestead Park

A Summer Art Festival Exclusive

Our Summer Members’ Show promises to be a seasonal celebration of the unmatched creativity of a vibrant mix of artists working in a wide range of mediums who make up the Peninsula Art League. Exhibited inside the Volunteer Vern Pavilion, this dedicated Member Show will be a major highlight of the 40th Summer Art Festival, showcasing our Members’ indoor exhibition in addition to 100+ regional community booth artists.

This year our juror is Christine Buchanan, a renowned Gig Harbor sculptor and Fine Arts Department Chair at Peninsula High School. Christine’s unique perspective is deeply rooted in visual storytelling and a profound connection to the natural world.

Here is a chance to step inside the pavilion to discover a beautifully curated collection that represents the heart and soul of our league.

2026 | Summer Member Show | Juried catalog — click to view

Congratulations to the 2026 Summer Member Show Winners!

Best of Show:
Mary Schumaker, Trail of the Red Pony, Watercolor gouache
First place:
Sharon Stritzel, Back Alley Twilight, Acrylic painting
Second place:
Andrea Weide, Grounding at Annette, Oil painting
Third place:
Lori McPeters, Underwater Salmon, Watercolor
Honorable mention #1:
Alexa Tullis, Seen by a Dog, Drawing
Honorable mention #2:
Ralph Maratta, Still a Girl, Photography
Honorable mention #3:
Victoria Vocelka, Burnt Zone, Pastel
People’s Choice:
Beth Owen, High and Dry, Watercolor
Juror Christine Buchanan

Christine has been at Peninsula High School for more than 30 years as an instructor of Sculpture, Pottery, Warm and Cold Glass, and Printmaking. She is also the Chair of The Fine and Performing Arts Department of Peninsula High School.

She graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and received her Masters at Lesley University in Teaching Through the Arts.

Her art has been in many exhibitions and private art collections.

Festival Maps

View our Festival Map and Artist/Booth Key on your computer or mobile device. 

Live Music

Kimball Coffeehouse Music Stage

Come and stay awhile. Two-days of music beginning at noon each day. Bleacher seating will be available.
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Festival Artists

We are excited to feature a fabulous array of 110+ juried artists, including new and returning favorites. Go behind the scenes of the creative process—hear the stories behind the masterpieces and see live art demonstrations. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just browsing, discover your next treasure among a world ranging from painting, pottery, and photography to garden art, fiber, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media, and much more.

Type a booth #, name, or medium in the box below to search for an artist.
Booth Numbers coming soon!