Working Studios
One of the most vibrant areas of the Festival is the Working Studios. This area features artists demonstrating traditional and contemporary arts – recognized as masters of their craft. These artists are happy to interact with the audience and explain their creative process.
2026 Working Studio Artists
CERAMICS:
Girl Pots | Sasha Polonko
Ola Makes Art | Ola Lessard
CHAINSAW CARVING:
Steve Backus | Charlie Campbell | Heather Hoovatar | Ben Zender
CHALK ART:
Betsy Diamond
FABRIC MARBLING:
Marius Hibbard
FOLK ART PAINTING:
Gustavo Vargas
LEATHERWORK:
Bandana's Studio 102 | Michael Staum
PIANO-CORTES:
Cal Robinson & Chelsea Wirtz
WEAVING:
Whidbey Weavers Guild
WOODWORKING:
NW Corner Woodworkers Association
NW Washington Wood Turners