Art Exhibits
Calling Visual Artists for Art Exhibits in 2027
Our galleries are accepting applications for exhibits in 2027. City Hall is for artists of all ages. Rec Center Gallery is for young artists under 18. Application and more info below. Deadline is October 25, 2026.
2027_CityHallArtGallery_Application.doc(DOC, 3MB)
2027_CityHallArtGallery_Application.pdf(PDF, 202KB)
2027_RecCenterArtGallery_Application.doc(DOC, 462KB)
2027_RecCenterArtGallery_Application.pdf(PDF, 194KB)
Art Gallery at Lynnwood City Hall
Aug 24 - Sept 25, 2026
Cooper Miller, ‘Waylon’
Cooper Miller
I take a mix of landscape and wildlife photography, anything that gets me outside. Raised in Kenmore, WA, I began hiking from the time I was old enough to drive to a trailhead. Fortunate enough to grow up in the Pacific Northwest, I quickly fell in love with the cascade mountains and surrounding wilderness. Inspired by my mother’s photography, I began hiking with a camera to share my experiences and capture the scenes that draw me to the outdoors. My love for the outdoors has also led me to pursue a master’s degree in forestry. My schooling has given me a deeper understanding and appreciation for the intricacies of natural ecosystems, something I aim to capture in my work.
Cooper Miller - Bio
I spend most of my free time and weekends backpacking and exploring the Pacific Northwest. The evolution of my love for hiking into backpacking completely changed how I view landscape photography. Being able to spend the sunrise, sunset, and night in these locations inspired me to focus my photography on the fleeting moments in nature - the sunrise painting the clouds, the Milky Way casting over the expansive landscape. This progression in my work has led me to become more intentional with the photos I take. With each photo, I try to tell the story of a moment in time. It is through this effort that I aim to allow the viewer to feel immersed and part of the scene.
Jose Castro, ‘Colorful Rock’
Jose Castro
Landscapes often provide the setting in my work, while figures in the foreground serve as artifacts of perception, bridging the tangible and intangible aspects of reality. Color functions as a central force, conveying emotion, atmosphere, and hidden layers of existence. My work explores mindscapes, visions, and dreamlike states, transforming the subconscious into visible form. Through saturated hues, abstract structures, and intricate details, I explore both the emotional and logical qualities of the mind, reflecting the fluid and surreal nature of our inner world. Each piece invites viewers to consider the intersection of imagination and reality, where perception shapes experience.
Jose Castro -Bio
Born in Puerto Rico in 1983, Jose Alberto Castro Arroyo has been interested in the world of art since his early years, particularly drawn to colors and Surrealism. After earning a Bachelor of Secondary Education with a major in Art in 2006, Jose served as a high school Art teacher in Puerto Rico before making the move to Seattle. In 2023, he completed a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction at the City University of Seattle. Currently residing in Lynnwood, WA, Jose balances his roles as a Multilingual Learner and Spanish teacher while passionately continuing his artistic pursuits.
Art Gallery at Lynnwood Rec Center
Starts Aug 10, 2026
Erin Li, "Adventure"
Erin Li
Artist Statement: I mainly paint with watercolor and oil paint. And also, I wanted to join this gallery because it seemed fun!
Biography: My name is Erin Li. I moved to Washington from Minnesota, and have been into art ever since I was…five maybe? Anyway, I do enjoy painting a lot because it’s like I can create any ideal world or picture in my head and see it physically. And that’s a pretty cool ability, don’t you think?
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Questions? Contact Fred Wong via email Arts@lynnwoodwa.gov or call 425-670-5502.