||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER |||
The Orcas Senior Center will showcase the vivid artwork of Sally Walker throughout January and February, inviting visitors to stop by Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Sally Walker, a former scientific illustrator, spent three decades in the fishing industry before returning to her artistic roots in retirement. She began by capturing the beauty of her garden and pets, a hobby that soon evolved into a thriving business.
In 2024, Sally relocated from Seattle to Orcas Island to be closer to her daughter, quickly developing an admiration for the island’s dramatic natural landscape. Awed by the trees and habitat surrounding her, she set out to document them through her art.
Her newest collection, “My Favorite Trees of Orcas,” highlights these “well-known denizens,” which she says have become cherished companions as she continues to explore the island’s environment.
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