The 1st Ave Artist Residency brings together five talented artists from different art disciplines. This unique space features a blend of retail, gallery space, and working studios, providing the artists opportunities to collaborate, experiment, and sell their work.
Throughout the residency, artists will participate in the Downtown Art Walk and host special events like Paint & Sip nights and Artist Talks—offering the community a chance to connect with their creative process and works for sale.
Featured Artists

Vivian Li
By Vivian Li
Vivian Li is a Seattle based comics artist and illustrator. She tells funny, charming, and kind stories about occurrences both…

Sylwia Tur Art & Design
By Sylwia Tur
As an artist and a linguist, I have a strong emphasis on showcasing language through my sculptures. At the Artist…

T. S. Baig Studio
By Talha Baig
Talha Baig is a landscape watercolor and wood-burning artist, who creates nature inspired artwork in an aim to convey a…

Throwboy
By Throwboy
Roberto Hoyos, the creator behind Throwboy, a designer throw pillow brand. He designs, sews, and handcrafts each pillow, drawing inspiration…

Tarrang Art
By Charmi Shah
As a mixed media artist with roots in India, my work is a unique fusion of traditional and contemporary elements,…