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Brandon Bye with Lisa van Dam-Bates and Nate Gowdy

Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 7:00 PM PDT · Elliott Bay Book Company
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Brandon Bye with Lisa van Dam-Bates and Nate Gowdy
Brandon Bye presents his book More Paint, a photographic documentation of Seattle's graffiti culture from 2023-2025. The book captures the city's urban art scene during a period of rapid expansion and cultural change.

Lineup

  • Brandon Bye
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  • Lisa van Dam-Bates

    Horror filmmaker, blood FX artist, and editor based in the Pacific Northwest. Known for writing, directing, and starring in the body horror film Marla (2018), van Dam-Bates creates visceral horror content with a focus on practical effects and trauma-driven narratives.

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    Lisa van Dam-Bates — Director Reel
    Director Reel
  • Nate Gowdy

    Nate Gowdy is a Seattle-based photographer, performance artist, and videographer whose work explores American politics, social movements, and cultural identity. Known for his documentary fine art photography and award-winning photojournalism, including his book INSURRECTION documenting January 6, 2021, Gowdy has contributed to major publications including TIME, Rolling Stone, Mother Jones, and The Guardian.

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Venue

Elliott Bay Book Company
1521 10th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122, USA · Capitol Hill, Seattle
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