Terrain hosts Terrible Buttons

           On October 5^th Terrain held it’s fifth annual, one-night-only gallery.  Props go to all the hard work the Terrain group put in to celebrate young, up-and-coming artists in the Spokane area.

            Terrain’s gallery space was even bigger this year, opening up a third level of Spokane’s Music City Building.  Even more interesting was the space for the poetry readings.  They placed real sod to lay/sit on and had a swing and hammock to relax in. The mood was set with spotlights and Christmas lights, and the walls spotted with paintings and prints.  Sculptures were present in corners and pedestals on the 3^rd and 2^nd levels but with an added graffiti wall in the bar area on the second.  The main level had small rooms to float in and out of and a bigger area with snacks and other sculptures.  The spaced flowed well, especially for how crowded it was at some points in the night, especially when the bands played.

            The high point for me was listening to the Terrible Buttons.  This blues/folk band caught my attention immediately.  Vocalists, Kent Ueland and Sarah Berentson matched the Terrain atmosphere perfectly with their dark, moody lyrics and indie style.  Terrible Buttons came from the streets of Portland and now reside in Spokane, but do tour.  Dates to go check them out can be found at http://www.reverbnation.com/terriblebuttons.  

            This odd show that collects quirky art and attracts atypical artist and patrons is a wonderful addition to the Spokane art scene.  Terrain is growing every year, and I look forward to more shows and hope to participate in the future.