LASHER GALLERY FEATURED ARTISTS: Cheryl Weisz, Anne Ferry Brennan, and Sasha Polonko

The Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) was proud to welcome three new visual artists to the Lasher Gallery for a show July 8 through August 26. The exhibit featured nature-inspired watercolors on canvas by Cheryl Weisz, functional and sculptural pottery by Sasha Polonko, and bright and intricate crochet work by Anne Ferry Brennan.

CHERYL WEISZ

My subjects are not chosen arbitrarily; rather, they are selected with great intention, guided by the whispers of my Soul. My creations are an authentic reflection of my innermost self, a testament to the profound connection between art and spirit…some in great detail, some in charming humor and with a vibrancy of colors that are soothing and peaceful. My intention is always, all ways, the very essence of beauty and fun. I invite you to immerse and embark on a journey of your own into the peace found in my watercolors on canvas.

ANNE FERRY BRENNAN

I started playing with a tiny crochet and embroidery thread hoping to make little things that don't take much space!...and I might have gotten a bit carried away! Now, I have large stuffed pieces that I would like to use as building material; a replacement for insulation and sheetrock for walls and ceilings!

SASHA POLONKO

Sasha Polonko is a ceramic artist based on Whidbey Island whose practice spans both functional pottery and sculpture. Working primarily with atmospheric firing processes, including wood, soda, and salt firing, she is interested in the relationship between form, material, and process. Her work often incorporates locally sourced clays and slips, allowing place to become part of the finished object. Rather than adhering to a single aesthetic, Polonko’s practice is driven by curiosity and experimentation, exploring how different forms, surfaces, and firing methods can work together to create objects that are both visually compelling and deeply rooted in the ceramic process.