One artist’s work originates from Africa—the other artist’s work is deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest.
Both are the featured artists in November at the Burien Arts Gallery, 826 SW 152nd St. in Olde Burien.
Meet Kalvin Zane Rutagengwa and Tamara Stephas at the Opening Gala this Friday, Nov. 7, 4-8 p.m. You can get a sneak peek at their work, Wednesday and Thursday, noon-6 p.m., or during the B-Town Beat Art Walk Thursday night.
As a member of the Tutsi tribe that was nearly eradicated in the Rwanda genocide, Rutagengwa let peace and reconciliation be his motivation during this time. He used his artistic talents to help orphans build their lives on art rather than as street beggars.
Stephas’ work explores the relationship between humans and our environment by combining landscape painting with architectural elements and text.
Artists United’s November display at the Gallery features acrylic painters Judy Eckhardt and Janet Price.
Fine-art ceramics and jewelry will also be on display.
For more information, visit www.burienarts.org or call 206-244-7808.