He(ART) of Bellevue Weekly Spotlight Liz Park Studio, MALA Glass Art, and More

The Bellevue Downtown Arts Market presents a vibrant showcase of over 110 artists, spotlighting their creativity and community engagement. This week's He(ART) of Bellevue features six remarkable artists inspired by the region's natural beauty. Liz Park, a 2D artist, merges realism with abstract elements in her wildlife paintings, while Maegan Lim's hand-blown glass art evokes childhood nostalgia through bright colors. Marisa Papetti, a beekeeper, creatively uses her local honey to craft award-winning specialty creamed honey, enriching the local food scene. With 50 years of experience, Joachim McMillan continues to create evocative oil paintings, and Philip McCrain specializes in bird photography, capturing the essence of avian life. Amy Handy rounds out the featured artists with her functional art and jewelry inspired by the land and sea. This article serves as both an introduction to the artists and an invitation for the community to celebrate their work at the upcoming festival, making the Bellevue Downtown Arts Market a significant cultural event for the area.