Art is Invincible
Dear Tri-Cities,
Together we produced dozens of inspiring art shows and fostered a vibrant community of creatives and art lovers. The pandemic and the years following it, while challenging, created an unexpected opportunity to reflect and re-evaluate the organization’s future and DrewBoy Creative has made the difficult decision to end its art show production activities. This marks the end of an era filled with creativity and support for local artists, which was only possible through the hard work and dedication of everyone involved.
We are eternally grateful for the Tri-Cities' creative community that fostered a connection and used art as a universal language to bring people together. Though we say goodbye, the legacy of our mission—to improve the world through creativity—lives on in the hearts of everyone touched by the artists and their work.
May the spirit of creativity continue to flourish in new and exciting ways. And remember, Art is Invincible!
With gratitude,
Davin Diaz, President; Ashleigh Rogers, Vice President; Amber York, Treasurer; Ian Sinclair, Secretary; Katherine Banks; Saul Martinez; and David Reeploeg
DrewBoy Creative Board of Directors
P.S. DrewBoy Creative is proud to sponsor Café Con Arte and Xinachtli Arts & Humanities. We invite you to join us in supporting these incredible organizations that help art thrive in the Tri-Cities, Washington
“I Don’t Know Who Needs to Hear This” Art Show
The art show in May 2022 by Sara Quinn and DBC was a success in highlighting art exploring various aspects of issues that impact the mental health of artists from the Tri-Cities, WA.
If you missed the art show please see the photo gallery HERE,or enjoy the videos below.
A big “Thank You” Spectrum, Ovation TV, Fidélitas, Moonshot Brewing, Atomic Alchemy, and the volunteers and amazing artists who brought this vision to life.
Stand for the Arts Award
DrewBoy Creative was selected as one of the 2021 National Stand for the Arts Award recipients by Ovation TV.
Stand For The Arts, Ovation TV’s national advocacy platform, raises awareness, protects access, and encourages action on behalf of the arts. Their mission is to ensure the arts remain a vital part of our society and to reinforce the inherent value that the arts, and the creative economy, provide on a national level.
Read more about the award HERE.
The AACCES Art Show Performances by Corey Jenkins Jr. and Angela Harper
The AACCES Art Show featured an incredible group of artists who created artwork to highlight African American contributions through culture, community, and education to the Tri-Cities and Pacific Northwest.
Artwork that was most representative of the African American experience in the Pacific Northwest was given preference in the selection process.
This show was in honor of the late Robin Mitchell, a long time champion of the arts and pillar of leadership and light in our community and was proudly sponsored by the Group Health Foundation, &yet, Fidélitas, Numerica Credit Union, Charcuterie by Bree, and Emma & Jon Barnes. With additional support by Arts WA, The National Endowment for the Arts, and Onyx Fine Art Collective.
Artist Interview with Kori Doran
“I’m a Crucian native and current free floater with experience in branding, motion graphics, printmaking, painting, and product prototyping. My artwork and personal designs center around identity, wellness, and process. I aim to merge my interests of the environment and self-reflection with one another, as our relationship to our external surroundings is so important to shaping who we are in those moments.”
Read full interview HERE
Read more Artist Interviews HERE
Image Detail of “Confinement” by Kori Doran
The Indigo Show
CONGRATULATIONS to the Indigo Show Award Winners!
(From top left)
The Lander Award: “Self revealed” by Saul Martinez, People’s Choice Award: “Perspective” by Jeny Anne, The Lander Award: “Portal I” by Brittany Archibald, Malura Bricker Award and The Lander Award: “Rock Bottom Blue” by Tami Nelson, Discover Dopeness Award: “La Clausura de la Identidad Femme” by Adrian Valencia aka Villaine, The Saul Martinez Award: “Reflection Hexaptych” by Bihan Das, The Numerica Award: “Not Like the Start” by Silvia Osterloh, People’s Choice Award: “Three Women Musicians” by Arpa Mukhopadhyay.
Click HERE to view the Indigo Show
Experience Art in Person During the Pandemic
The DBC Membership Program offers you the opportunity to view a variety of art in your personal environment and to live with an artwork. With a membership you experience art during this pandemic, supports diverse artists of the Tri-Cities of Washington, and provides you with original art at a very reasonable cost.
Let us help transform your home or business with a beautiful piece of art that rotates throughout the year.
Act fast and signup here. Space is limited to only 12 members in this initial round.
Within a Canyon (in Blue), Megan Hopp
Art can be the catalyst to so much. We have an opportunity, through art, to change perspectives, give context, and say what we feel without any words. Art, like music, is universal. We can change the world, we just have to believe we can and create with that goal in mind. Read More….
Photo of Joel’s Blue Show Piece, “Into the Blue”
Gallery C - Art related to COVID-19
Gallery S - Art created while “Sheltering in Place”
Click on the gallery title to view the art.
To see label information on your desktop please hover your cursor over the image. When viewing the art on a smart device please click on the small dot at the bottom right hand corner of your screen.
Image credit: Raechel Mackey, "Covidart; Apart, Together"
Por Favor, Ya No Me Pegues
"Allow yourself to be placed in the shoes of the assailant, or much worse, in the shoes of the victim. The victim is protecting his/her face as if in the last moment before physical contact. It begs for mercy. It pleads with you to please stop.
I interviewed multiple members of the community with a history of domestic abuse. Their direction allowed me to create an anthropomorphic sculpture. As the sculptor this piece haunted me constantly due to the fact that I was the one generating these emotive responses from the sculpture.
There's a playful element to the physical exterior of this piece. The joyful innocence we all assume of our peers when we are young. Statistics show that an average of 24 instances of sexual/ physical abuse per minute. Almost as if taboo to speak of it. For this reason, this piece still haunts me. The interior of this figure remains empty. As described by an interviewee "You feel hopeless and empty on the inside. This is how you make it through the abuse." --Saul Martinez
Saul is raising money for the victims of physical abuse. To donate click below. In the “Additional Information” section enter “piñata”..
You can make a difference — from bringing thought-provoking exhibitions to the Tri-Cities, to the creation of programs that inspire young and old, to the development of emerging artists, DrewBoy Creative depends on private donations to complete our mission. Thanks to you, DrewBoy Creative continues to be a creative space for the region, but we need your help. This is your giving opportunity that will help artists today that will inspire the community forever.
A portion of all donations will benefit local artists, and if you make a donation by the end of the year you will receive a gift, like the “Spaceman” pin by Megan Hopp, as a token of our appreciation.