Inside Fairhaven’s historic Sycamore Square building is the studio, gallery, and gift shop of Echo Chernik, a commercial artist known internationally for her powerful Art Nouveau style and over 30 years of work. If you haven’t visited yet, you’re missing out!
Photograph by Kristen Boehm
Echo Chernik Gallery opened after Chernik and her family moved to Washington in 2020. In the back is a studio area, where Chernik works and records her podcast, “The Professional Artist.” She’s also the coordinating judge for the L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest. She’s worked for clients big and small, like Disney, Hasbro, and Celestial Seasonings Tea (which means you’re likely to see her work in the tea aisle at the grocery store).
Photograph by Kristen Boehm
Chernik’s artwork captivates the eye with flowing lines, rich colors, and intricate details. Over her career, she’s developed her unique style by blending Art Nouveau, Neoclassicism, and other influences. Some of her common themes are empowered (and often sensual) women, animals, and fantasy/sci-fi elements.
Photograph by Kristen Boehm
Echo Chernik Gallery is a treasure-trove of opportunities for art lovers. You can see Chernik’s commercial work on display, from roleplaying games to edibles tins; explore her recent cat-centric work; shop her prints, art books, and selection of gifts, like jewelry, games, candles, art supplies, and her new line of scarves. You can also find Chernik at conventions like Emerald City Comic Con and Seattle Worldcon, which will be Aug. 13-17 this year.
1200 Harris Ave., Ste. 309, Bellingham, 425.786.7712, echochernik.com
