Art is for everyone.

At Graphite Arts Center, we bring creativity to life through exhibits, community classes, educator workshops & school programs, and more.  Learn more about our mission.

Keep the arts alive in our community.

Your support empowers the next generation of creators and fosters a vibrant local arts community. Here’s how you can help:

Art Starts Here.

If you’re an educator or arts advocate, discover how you can partner with us to bring art into your classroom.
One classroom at a time —Art Start NW’s mission is to foster creativity in teachers by providing quality art supplies and instruction to unlock the inner artist in all of their students.

 Supporting Local Artists.

Come be part of our creative community.

We believe every artist deserves a space to create. Starting with affordable studios and art spaces, the community we have created empowers artists to flourish.

We invite you to peek through the windows, explore our gallery, and visit our artist studios during Gallery Hours. Join us for exciting events and immerse yourself in the vibrant artistry unfolding right here in Edmonds.

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Class: Making Art with Mary – Independent Study
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Choose the medium you want to work in. This is an explorational class for all levels – beginner to advanced. Mary will be available for one-on-one help, questions, demonstrations and provide you with supplies. Sign up for one class or both classes. No pre-requisites or experience required. Classes do not have to , ...
Class: Making Art with Mary – Mixed Media
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Students will combine art materials – paints, pens, papers, pastels, etc. to create one of a kind mixed media art. This is an explorational class for all levels – beginners to advanced – everyone is welcome to come and Make Art with Mary Olsen, founder of Art Start Northwest. All supplies are included , ...
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Event: Art Movie Night – Big Eyes
7:00 pm
Based on a true story, this 2014 drama tells the story of the rise and fame of American painter Margaret Keane, her phenomenal success in the 1950s, and the subsequent legal difficulties in the 1960’s when her then husband, Walter Keane, claimed credit for her artworks. Directed by Tim Burton, and starring Amy Ad , ...
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Teacher Workshop : 20 Minute Projects
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Do you want to learn how to create art projects with minimal prep time and art kids can enjoy? Join us to learn a variety of 20 minute art projects using a handful of materials. This workshop is for anyone who works with kids and wants ideas, skills and inspiration whether you are a classroom teacher, para-professional , ...
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Class: Making Art with Mary – Independent Study
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Choose the medium you want to work in. This is an explorational class for all levels – beginner to advanced. Mary will be available for one-on-one help, questions, demonstrations and provide you with supplies. Sign up for one class or both classes. No pre-requisites or experience required. Classes do not have to , ...
Class: Making Art with Mary – Mixed Media
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Students will combine art materials – paints, pens, papers, pastels, etc. to create one of a kind mixed media art. This is an explorational class for all levels – beginners to advanced – everyone is welcome to come and Make Art with Mary Olsen, founder of Art Start Northwest. All supplies are included , ...
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Valentine Pop-Up Closes
4:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Class: Clay: Make a Cup with Julie
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Event: Art Walk Edmonds
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Art Start NW at Graphite participates in Art Walk Edmonds every month, all year round! Come see our gallery show, visit with working artists and participate in a self-led art activity. For additional information, visit  Art Walk Edmonds , ...
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Class: Clay: Make a Cup with Julie
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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