About Us
Located in the heart of Downtown Seattle, Friesen Gallery is easily accessible from many of the city's landmarks. Just 20 minutes north of the Seattle-Tacoma Airport via Interstate 5, Friesen Gallery is on the Plaza of the Washington Mutual Tower between University Street and Seneca Avenue. Located across the street from the Seattle Art Museum and Benaroya Symphony Hall, the area is perfect for a cultural afternoon spent near the waterfront and Pike Place Market, all within reach of the established Four Seasons Hotel. Parking for the Gallery can be found in the Washington Mutual Tower.
Friesen Gallery exclusively exhibits contemporary paintings, glass and sculpture in two of the most exciting places in America today; Sun Valley, Idaho, and Seattle, Washington. These intentionally selected locations provide Friesen a stimulating showcase to represent talented artists creating in studios from New York to Tokyo and Santa Fe to Seattle. Founded in 1986, Friesen Gallery Sun Valley is positioned in a world renowned mountain resort possessing great beauty and strong community. Here, people from around the globe enjoy magnificent outdoor activities in both summer and winter while relaxing amidst the surrounding scenery. The Gallery stands in the shadow of Bald Mountain, in the center of the contemporary art scene with other art galleries, a bookstore specializing in rare books, and the best coffeehouses and shopping in the state. Friesen Gallery Seattle, founded in 1990, is located in a city known for its vibrant, cutting edge culture, technological advances and enthusiastic residents. The Gallery neighbors the Seattle Art Museum, Benaroya Symphony Hall, The Four Seasons Hotel, innovative dining options in downtown, and the famous Pike Place Market where fresh fish abounds, and no one forgets their visit. More important than geography, however, is art for the sake of art.
With a reputation for mounting significant exhibitions by important artists who share a similar passion and integrity, Friesen Gallery sees art as an end in itself, something enriching the life of every person. Friesen staff shares the philosophy of the artists, and enjoys working with collectors whether they are beginners or experts in the field of art appreciation. Following a mission to represent contemporary artists who continually push themselves with intelligent and intriguing results, Friesen is committed to supporting its artists in their professional growth. Private and corporate clients appreciate on many levels this deep commitment to artistic vision. Until your next visit to Seattle or Sun Valley, you are invited to explore herein the vision and artists selected and represented by Friesen Gallery.