Bringing Community to the Artist and Art to the Community

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When you join us a Peninsula Art League (“PAL”) Workshop, Event, or Symposium (“collectively hereafter “Workshops”), you agree to the terms as follows: 
 
On behalf of myself, my personal representatives, heirs, next-of-kin, spouse, and assigns, I acknowledge that I give up certain legal rights when I register for a Workshop, which includes the right to recover damages to personal property, bodily injury, and any projects left at the Workshop in exchange for the consideration of participating in the Workshop and using the tools and equipment provided at the Workshop. Therefore, I HEREBY: 
 
1.         Indemnify, release, discharge and hold harmless PAL, its directors, officers, artists, instructors, and volunteers (hereinafter collectively “PAL”), from and against any and all claims and/or expenses of any kind for personal injuries, damages of any kind, and illness (including exposure to COVID-19) arising from participation in Workshops and/or from using tools/equipment at Workshops. 
 
2.         Understand that PAL may use my photograph and/or photographs of my artwork in the routine promotion and advertising of its Workshops and on its website without charge or further permission needed. Use shall include but is not limited to being used on social media websites, in press releases, and in other marketing materials. 
 
3.         Understand that when I provide my email address at registration, I may be added to PAL’s email list for periodic emails, with an option to unsubscribe at the bottom of the emails. 
 
4.         Release PAL from any claim that PAL is or may be negligent in connection with my educational experience, including but not limited to instruction on art making/working techniques, transportation to and from Workshop activities, and maintenance or care of tools, equipment and supplies. 
 
5.         Agree to abide by and follow instructions and rules established by PAL (see Workshop/Event Policies) or any of its instructors or agents with regard to safety operations in using working tools or other artistic equipment, including slippery surfaces from paint clean-up or other Workshop activities.

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!