July Artist Talk

When was the last time you attended an artist’s salon? Painter Dave Clay was recently having a conversation with another artist about how the political climate is affecting figurative art. So, we at Gallery Erato were intrigued and set aside some time during the July art walk to bring up this topic. Please join the… Full Article »

Congratulations are in order!

At the Seattle Erotic Art Festival, every artist who gets their work in the exhibition is a winner. Here are the pieces of art that caught the attention of our jury and attendees. Selections are based on: execution, emotions elicited, subject matter, the ability to spark conversations, and the undefinable “This one is my favorite”…. Full Article »

Thank you for SEAF2019!

A fantastic weekend of art and shenanigans! The 17th annual Seattle Erotic Art Festival was a rousing success and a whole lot of fun! I have so much I want to say about the weekend, but each time I try to put into words the joy of the weekend, I get lost in the memories… Full Article »

Countdown to SEAF – 1 day left!

One more day!  The art is being hung, the installations being built and set up, the performers preparing for their final rehearsals, and we are practically counting down the hours until our doors open on Friday.  We are also putting the finishing touches on a feature that left us last year, but is making its… Full Article »

Letter From the Director

Expanding Art Offerings One of my foremost goals in producing the Seattle Erotic Art Festival is to see erotic art become more frequently presented in mainstream art galleries. Last July, the Pan Eros Foundation leapt toward that goal. Gallery Erato opened to the public and showcased art from SEAF 2018. Each month on First Thursdays,… Full Article »

Countdown to SEAF – 2 days left!

Two days left, darlings!  Two days!  That’s barely enough time to pick out an outfit!  2 days left means we’re talking about 2 nights positively overflowing with performances.  Come on down to the Seattle Center, darlings, and let us entertain you! Countdown to SEAF – 2 Nights of Performance Art For years now the Seattle… Full Article »

On the Main Stage: Saturday Night

Come be delighted by our performance artists!  In the evenings, when the lights go down, all eyes turn to the main stage. This year we are delighted to present four showcases assembled by our guest curators, with so many fabulous performers that we had to break them up into two nights! Come peruse our Saturday night… Full Article »

Countdown to SEAF – 3 days left!

Three days left before three days of art! There’s a magic in the number 3, one that finds its way into myths and fables and superstitions. And we are three-fold excited for everything that awaits over the three days of the Seattle Erotic Art Festival. Countdown to SEAF – 3 Days of Erotic Art So… Full Article »

On the Main Stage: Friday Night

The Seattle Erotic Art Festival is known for presenting a variety of art, not simply on our walls but also on our stages. In the evenings, when the lights go down, all eyes turn to the main stage. This year we are delighted to present four showcases assembled by our guest curators, with so many… Full Article »

Countdown to SEAF – 4 days left!

Our countdown to sexy continues!  There are four days left before we open all the doors, dim the lights, and get this party started. Countdown to SEAF – 4 Ways to Attend Volunteer!  We know, we know, we talked about this yesterday.  That said, it is still completely valid.  Come volunteer for us and you… Full Article »