The Micro Gallery at Vibe
The Micro Gallery at Vibe Coworks serves as a platform to highlight emerging and well known artists, drive community conversation, and add creative, inspirational interest to our workspace. Opening artists receptions for each quarterly exhibit are free and open to the public.
Current show
Taking Flight: A selection of mixed media paintings by Melissa McCanna
Feb 27, 2025 – May 12, 2025
Mixed media paintings, countless inspirations, and a world of color. That’s how this collection was born. Bold art. Rooted in heritage. Taking flight.
Now on display at Vibe, Taking Flight showcases the work of Washington-based artist Melissa McCanna. Through acrylic paint and mixed media, McCanna explores themes of movement, transformation, and connection to place.
The exhibition features vibrant paintings of flowers, birds, and landscapes infused with the colors, patterns, and motifs of Mexico and the ancient Aztec and Mayan worlds. Each piece tells a visual story shaped by McCanna’s travels and experiences.
Past shows
- The Art of Farming
A collection of work from Denise Johnson Denise Johnson lives on a charming flower farm in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by a variety of animals that peacefully coexist. A collector of vintage trailers and a passionate grower and arranger of flowers, she weaves these inspirations into her vibrant artwork. Each morning, she rises at 4:30… Read more: The Art of Farming - A personal journey through time and media
A collection of works by Sanjay Kaul This collection represents some of Sanjay Kaul’s personal favorites, showcasing his photography journey through time, styles, subjects, places, and media choices over the years. From the beautiful skyline of Seattle to the deep-colored sunsets of PNW beaches, from the majesty of Mt. Rainier and the Bald Eagles of… Read more: A personal journey through time and media - Whispering Woodland
Abstract works by Laurie Barmore The abstract works in this exhibition are created with acrylic and mixed media on canvas and wood panel. Intuitive and expressive, they explore the interplay of line, color, and movement. This small collection is part of a larger body of work that draws inspiration from mosses and tree roots as… Read more: Whispering Woodland - Breath, Wayzgoose Kitsap
Twelve artists. And a ten-ton steamroller. That’s how this print collection was born. Big art. Made in the streets. With love. Wayzgoose Kitsap is a community-driven printmaking festival that brings artists and the public together to create large-scale prints using a steamroller. With a mission to excite, engage, and strengthen the community through art. The… Read more: Breath, Wayzgoose Kitsap - Nature by Design
Mixed media work by Nicole Trimmer Inspired by nature and the landscapes of her youth—forests, swamps, and beaches—Nicole Trimmer’s work captures the endless patterns and beauty found in these environments. With a focus on protecting the natural world and its creatures, she uses repeated patterns, textures, graphic lines, and vibrant pops of color to highlight… Read more: Nature by Design - Gather, Wayzgoose Kitsap
2023 Wayzgoose Kitsap Print Season This exhibition showcases a selection of prints from Gather, part of Wayzgoose Kitsap’s 2023 print season. Created through a dynamic community effort, these works capture the spirit of collaboration, storytelling, and artistic expression. Featuring artists from diverse backgrounds—including students, community groups, and independent creatives—the collection reflects themes of unity and… Read more: Gather, Wayzgoose Kitsap - My Americana
The essence of America through Michael Griffin’s eyes Welcome to My Americana, an exhibition of photography and digital art that captures the essence of America through the artist’s perspective. This showcase features a collection of visual works exploring the multifaceted identity of the nation, from its vibrant cities to its breathtaking landscapes and the people… Read more: My Americana - VIBEism
A collection of works from Vibe Coworks members VIBEism was an exhibition at the Vibe Micro Gallery, celebrating the artistic talents of Vibe Coworks members. Featuring works from Rachael Studebaker, Leah Persinger, Amber Sallay, Dani Wasia, and Eliza Evans, the exhibit showcased a diverse range of artistic styles and creative expressions. With a rotating selection… Read more: VIBEism - Renewal, Wayzgoose Kitsap
2022 Wayzgoose Kitsap print season Wayzgoose Kitsap’s Renewal exhibit celebrates the power of printmaking, showcasing a diverse collection of works that reflect the theme of renewal in both personal and environmental contexts. Through this dynamic collection of six prints from their 2022 season, Wayzgoose Kitsap brings together the voices of local artists, students, and community… Read more: Renewal, Wayzgoose Kitsap - The Subversive Commercial Art of Pat Moriarity
Pat Moriarity recruited his aunt Sandi, a professional quilt maker to combine some of his t-shirt designs into two beautiful quilts, a career-spanning piece that showcases everything from commercial freelance design to independent experimental art pieces. Pat will also display color silkscreen art prints and on opening night he will show a few animated shorts he’s… Read more: The Subversive Commercial Art of Pat Moriarity - Femme in the Outdoors
A collection of prints from Julianna North Julianna North’s first solo exhibit showcases a powerful collection of new work that brings visibility to underrepresented athletes in outdoor leisure and sports. The exhibit shines a light on the experiences of individuals often overlooked in the outdoor industry, focusing on the challenges of finding gear that fits… Read more: Femme in the Outdoors - Healing, Wayzgoose Kitsap
2021 Wayzgoose Kitsap print season The Healing exhibit, part of Wayzgoose Kitsap’s 2021 print season, featured a powerful collection of prints exploring the theme of healing through art. These works captured the many facets of personal and collective healing, offering both reflection and hope during a challenging time. Artists featured in the exhibit included Mariah… Read more: Healing, Wayzgoose Kitsap - Bremerton Canvas
During quarantine this past spring the only person that Logan Westrom could photograph was himself, so he set up his tripod and camera. - In/Visible
Twenty-eight artists. Thirty-five volunteers. Four weeks. And a ten-ton steamroller. That’s how this print collection was born. - Duality: A Quarantine Series
Duality was envisioned and created during the early months of the 2020 pandemic. It is an expression of diverse societal reactions: loneliness and rest, fear and renewal, rage and relief. - Home: Exploring the Way Back
Home is a concept that is both universal and deeply personal. Different things make people feel at home. - The Centennial on Show
Join nationally-renowned local artist, Cory Bennett for a night to remember at The Centennial. - MUDRA85
A mudra is a spiritual gesture and an energetic seal of authenticity employed in the iconography and spiritual practice of Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism - Vibe/ism
Join us in celebrating International Coworking Week with the launch of Vibe Coworks’ long-awaited collaborative micro gallery space!