Friendly takeover

Artists, man… They will TAKE. OVER. if you don’t keep an eye on ‘em. Ask me how I know.

I know because I’m plotting my takeover of Artist Trust on Instagram! During the last weekend of May, Artist Trust has asked me to fill their Stories feed. You’ll see my work, artists I follow and artists I can’t wait to see in person when we’re NOT in quarantine.

Instagram Live chat with artist Liz Tran

Think of this takeover like a virtual pop-up gallery during the COVID-19 lockdown, with Artist Trust donating exhibit space. Here’s how you can pitch in: spread the word, by sharing the graphic below.

What good is a pop-up event if no one attends? So save the dates: Saturday the 30th and Sunday the 31st — ask your friends to save the dates too — and come add your comments to the Stories!

Next stops: protests, Pioneer Square, Pacific Place

This weekend I'm taking a short break from art, but not for long and not just to chill out. I'm joining several friends to show solidarity with the Women's March on Washington. Watch my Instagram account: I'll be posting images from the march, especially of the more artistic signs and protesters.

Artwork by Ashley Lukashevsky/ @ashlukadraws

Next week: two February art exhibits. I recently got word both my artworks were accepted into the "Like Mother" show at ArtXchange Gallery in Pioneer Square! 

I've also been invited to show work at a pop-up art gallery in downtown Seattle. You might remember my work a couple of years ago at Alki Arts' celebration of Black History Month. 

Black History Month exhibit at Alki Arts, February 2015

This year, my dear friend (and one-woman cheering squad) Diane Venti is hosting the show at Pacific Place. More details on the shows soon... meanwhile, I'm going to rest up for tomorrow. If you're marching anywhere in the world, tag me on Instagram so I can see what you see!