In review
Celebrating the art and inspiration of Tieton
The town of Tieton is a hidden gem of central Washington, a Yakima Valley village that has transitioned from an agricultural hub to a thriving arts community. UW alumni and friends got to experience the tastes, sounds and sights this town has to offer at the Mighty Tieton Block Party on July 30. Some Huskies traveled across the mountains, while others enjoyed this treasure just down the road. With experiences ranging from studio tours to faculty talks, art-making activities to performances, the day’s activities engaged the senses, thrilled the mind and gave attendees the chance to soak up the fun and creativity of this art-filled town.
The prints at Goathead Press hang in the Mighty Tieton warehouse.
Huskies make some art of their own — a purple and gold “W” mosaic.
Attendees get up close and personal with the print-making supplies.
Even Dutch shoes can be an instrument in Trimpin’s sound studio.
An artist shows off her print and gives a tour of her studio.
UW Vice President for Innovation Strategy Vikram Jandhyala leads a panel on the role of design in innovation and education.
Attendees gather around Mighty Tieton founder Ed Marquand as he shows them Trimpin’s Nancarrow Percussion Orchestra.
Pizza, food trucks, beer garden, wine and cider tastings — putting the “party” in Mighty Tieton Block Party!
Jeff and Kirsti Rochon check out some wine, an important part of the central Washington economy.
UW’s Jack Hunter shares how digital design and manufacturing tools are integrated with traditional craft practices.
Dance artists Au Collective explore the power of community through movement.
“We move from/for the earth, we move from/for our ancestors, and we move from/for each other, and we want to share that with you.”
Au Collective gets the dance party started, inviting attendees to join them on the dance floor.
