Five can’t-miss fall art shows in Whatcom and Skagit counties

Whatcom and Skagit counties in Washington state are hosting several fall art exhibitions. The Whatcom Museum features a solo show by Lebanese-American artist Mary Ann Peters titled "myself inside your story" through January 25, alongside works from the Whatcom Artist Studio Tour and a photo exhibition on broadcasting pioneer Elaine Horn. Western Washington University's Western Gallery presents abstract painter Barbara Sternberger's "At the Core," curated by former Portland Art Museum executive director Bruce Guenther, with related dance and jazz events. Cordata Gallery opens "Pure Joy," a solo show of works by French-born painter Joy Olney, running through December 13. Voxel Gallery celebrates its first anniversary with a community party and a "World Famous" exhibition.