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Page 38 Shelton-Mason County Journal ~ Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023 Pulsifer is Belfair Self-Storage’s artist of the month By Kirk Boxleitner kho;-:ieimen@masor icounty. com Italph l’ulsifer came to art relatively late in life, in the wake of surgery three years ago that left him with a lot oftime on his hands. “My children hav * always been art: ists, so it was also a way to connect with them,” said Pulsifer, a Shelton resident. and member of the Skokomv ish Indian Tribe. indeed, l’ulsifer credits “plenty of coaching from my kids” with helping him develop as an artist, along with what he referred to “the University of You’l‘ube.” Pulsifer renders his pictures in a variety of media, from acrylic paints to charcoal and pencil sketches. He began his artistic pursuit by creating illustrations for those close to him, of— ten with uplifting themes. ()ne colorful portrait of a brawny female figure, inspired by “Rosie the ltiveter,” was intended to serve as a dual tribute to survivors of domes— tic violence and cancer, while a con— templative black-and—white depiction of" a “lady on the lake,” looking up at the full moon in the night sky, was inspired by one of Pulsifer’s friends, whose tattoos “represent different phases ofhcr life.” “Again, painting people’s artistic requests is a wayr of connecting with them,” Pulsifer said. “But I’m also branching out to explore different forms and styles, and looking to mar- ket myselfas an artist.” l’ulsifer has found black-andwhite to be both “limiting” and “expressive,” and he’s enjoyed rendering landscapes and seascapes alike, although his Ralph Pulsifer’s “Reflections” will be on display at Belfair Self-Storage’s art wall during September. Courtesty photo heart is also strongly invested in cre- ating art that’s “empowering to wom— en,” since social work, including with domestic violence survivors, has been one of his many jobs. “I’ve been a line cook, I’ve driven both box trucks and school buses, and I split my year between working at Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman and the Lucky Dog Casino,” Pulsifer said. “I’m looking into getting my work into area art bazaars, and I hear some of the casinos might be interested in showcasing more Native artwork.” I); REGENCY Iiukmncr l'kobllii‘ls , SAVE $1 .100 FREE FREE FREE VENT KIT BLOWER MOOD LIGHTING KIT FREE ' LOG SET g l‘ a FREE LOG SET :‘epim m, “TERMS fl: CONDITIONS APPLY. Off” applies an soled Negrmy pvodurts during promo period only. minor: Regency Pellet, Gas Logs 8. H780. Buy Lotn/ - Serving Mason County 24202 N. US Hwy. 10] I Hoodsporf | 360-877—5200 360-427—3780 Pulsifer was inspired to contact Barbara Treick, manager of Belfair Self—Storage, after he read an article about her art wall in the S/uzltori- Muson County Journal, which is how he became the art wall’s artist of the month for this September. “Barbara is super—nice and accom— modating,” Pulsifer said. “I’m very impressed with what she’s been able to do with the art wall. It deserves respect.” Although Pulsifer is starting out as an artist, he offered encouragement Cinnamon home. Kitten Rescue We have many sweet and loving cats available for adoption, ready to bring love and joy into your life! indoor only and a warm lap to sit on are ours and the killies' only request. We have many sweet and loving cats available for adoption, ready to bring love and joy into your life! indoor only and a warm lap to sit on are ours and the kitties‘ only request. Cinnamon and Caramella are very sweet bonded kittens looking for a home together. 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They would love to find their forever For more information, please go to our website at kfitenregggiej or call us at (360) 427-3167. to other aspiring artists because “not everyone will love everything that you do, but you’ll never succeed unless you try first.” As Pulsifer continues to determine “the next phase of my life and art— work,” he thanked his children, Skye and Wolf Pulsil'er, and his friend, Kendra St.(_¢pz‘inek, for contributing to the “Razmos Gallery” that he’s con— tinuing to build online. “Kendra is an outstanding pho— tographer,” said Pulsifer, who has also branched out into photography himself. “Since I’m at Lake Cushman so. often, I take advantage of the pic- turesque View,” Pulsifer said. “I try to make time to go to the Staircase Campground, to trump around the old- growth forests. I see my photog- raphy more as just sharing what I love about the Pacific Northwest. I think we ‘an forget sometimes how much beauty were fortunate enough to live in. Of course, I’d love for peo— ple to buy my pictures, but I consider it worthwhile just to show them this great area.” Ultimately, it comes back to con- necting with others for Pulsifer, who hopes his artwork can inspire emo- tional reactions in those who see it, so that they engage with those works, because “making connections is one of the big reasons why I enjoy mak- ing art.” You can see Pulsifer’s art this month at Belfair Self-Ste ’age, 23270 NE state. Route 3 in Belfair, during its hours of business. For further details, contact ’l‘reick at barbaraéilbarbaratreick.com, or at her office at 360-275—2257. (360) 426-3052 270 SE Spring Place Shelton, Washington 98584 Email: sylvan@h(tc.(om We have created a low~sh’ess, healthy envu'onmeni with soft lighting, music, CI regular exercise program, and frequent, individualized allelilion. We heal every pet will) affection, respect, and kindness.