Statix is showing Japanese scrolls (kakejiku) inspired by film noir. SHOHEI OTOMO
Tucked in the farthest most corner of the country, Seattle has long struggled to get a seat at the international art world table. The Seattle Art Fair, still relatively new on the circuit, comes at a time in the art world calendar (August 2–5) when there aren’t any other major fairs going on, and it capitalizes on the city becoming a growing tourist destination (which is still weird to us Seattle natives).
A number of gallery shows and events are planned to coincide with the fair weekend. Whether or not you plan on going to the fair itself at CenturyLink Field Event Center—$33 for a day or $55 for three days—here are some free things worth checking out nearby.