Seattle, WA. Seattle artist Jayashree Krishnan has painted 150 portraits of healthcare workers on the front lines of the pandemic entitled Caring for Humanity. The works are on display at the Columbia City Gallery at 4864 Rainier Ave. S. Betsy Fetherston, Columbia City Gallery Manager says she’s honored to host Krishnan’s work. Fetherston shared, “This exhibit has touched many people, those who are part of the frontline health workers, and it has revealed to the community just what a sacrifice their work has been in order to care for people.”
Jayashree Krishnan’s portraits along with anecdotes will be shown until Sunday, March 21, 2021.
Columbia City Gallery is a program of SEEDArts / SouthEast Effective Development.
Established in 1975, SEED (SouthEast Effective Development) is a nonprofit created by community members which continues to revive Southeast Seattle. The organization works on affordable housing initiatives, economic development, and expanding its capacity with the intersection of arts and culture. The focus of SEEDArts is to build unity through visual and cultural experiences. The organization manages the following programs: Columbia City Gallery, Rainier Arts Center, KVRU 105.7 FM, SEEDArts Studios, and Public Art.
SEEDArts Gallery street view prior to COVID-19 pandemic.
Columbia City Gallery has remained open during the pandemic, with a fully scheduled calendar. The community has been welcomed in to view artwork or by window gazing.
The annual Silent Auction for the organization is a neighborhood favorite; despite the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic the event was successful in selling members’ artwork, and 5% of the proceeds were donated to the Rainier Valley Food Bank. The paintings were exhibited in two sessions: Part 1: January 9 – 24 / Part 2: January 29 – February 14
SEEDArts – Columbia City Gallery Silent Auction 2021
Another program supported by the nonprofit is a story-sharing platform. KVRU 105.7 FM broadcasts voices from the community, streams worldwide, and is a member of the National Federation of Community Broadcasters. Free audio production workshops are offered on a regular basis, and an equipment lending library allows for the production of radio and podcast content. To make a tax-deductible donation to support community radio visit: KVRU.org
Krystal Fincher interviews a guest during a broadcast.
SEEDArts builds community by presenting diverse arts experiences, nurturing local artists, and infusing creativity into our neighborhoods. We offer visual, performing, media, and public art programs in Southeast Seattle that support and sustain artists, inspire and connect residents, and revitalize community. Our programs focus on curating, facilitating and promoting arts and cultural experiences. To learn more about upcoming programs visit: seedseattle.org
