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Edna Daigre: Dance as a lifelong affair
A teacher beloved by generations of Seattle students, this longtime movement maven believes breath is life.
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Ernestine Anderson: ‘The sound of honey at dusk’
The alto singer was an integral part of Seattle’s jazz and blues scene, recording more than 30 albums throughout her career.
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Esther Ervin: Untold histories forged in clay and metal
Through ceramics, sculpture, jewelry and public art, the multifaceted artist makes history tactile.
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Al Doggett & Barry Johnson: A Central District connection
From intricate portraits to multistory murals, these artists bring Black history and bold color to the cityscape.
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Marita Dingus: Finding beauty in what’s discarded
The longtime Seattle artist salvages old cloth, scrap metal and assorted cast-offs to make dolls and sculptures that hum with humanity.