Sunnyland Stomp

The annual “Art Walk” comes home when the Sunnyland neighborhood transforms itself into backyard “galleries” displaying a plethora of artistic creativity. The outdoor gallery concept has roots in Sweden, where artists frequently hold outdoor art openings/dinner gatherings during the summer months. Several Sunnyland neighbors came up with the idea of opening their own backyard galleries to each other and the community at large as a way of sharing their talents and to get to know each other better.

Anyone who lives in Sunnyland can become an art curator by creating a backyard gallery featuring their own art and/or that of their friends, family, or neighbors (who may or may not live in Sunnyland themselves). Any form of art is encouraged and the only limit is one’s imagination. 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional, sculpture, ceramics, music, performance, children’s art, metal work, recycled object art, garden art, lights and lanterns – you name it.

To host your own backyard gallery simply send the registration form here and registration fee to: The Stomp, c/o Alice Clark, 2804 Ellis Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 by Monday, June 16^th to be included in Sunnyland Backyard Art Stomp Map. These will be distributed throughout the community by late June. If you are a gallery with items to sell the fee is $20, if you are a gallery only with nothing for sale the fee is $10. This helps us offset the cost of printing and advertising for the event.