Putting a Face on First Friday-12x16gallery

Posted by admin on Feb 4, 2011 in 12x16gallery, Uncategorized | No Comments

It seems only fitting that our first article in the series “Putting a Face on First Friday”, should begin with one of the originals—12×16 gallery. Started by 7 members, in 2005, 12×16 gallery began as many galleries do, with the intention to promote their own, and each other’s art. One of the few galleries in ...

First Friday Gallery Profile Series

Posted by admin on Feb 1, 2011 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Don’t forget to check back on Friday to read our first gallery profile. Who is it? A hint: 9×5=lots of great art.  In the meantime, we are pleased to share this article that you may have already seen in some of your neighborhood papers. If you were wondering how First Friday got its start, read on.     ...

Newspace Shows “This Good Earth” in February

This Good Earth 2011 Themed Exhibition February 4 – 27 Opening Reception: Friday, 2/4/2011, 6-9pm  Newspace Center for Photography is pleased to present “This Good Earth,” our 2011 Themed Exhibition juried by Newspace Program Director Laura Valenti. We live on a beautiful planet. Despite war, poverty, disease, pollution, and the many other challenges we face, ...

Studio 2507

Posted by admin on Jan 5, 2011 in Uncategorized | No Comments

First Friday at Studio 2507: 1/7/2011, 6-9 pm “Recovery Pains” a group show of encaustic paintings on the theme of addiction and how it has affected the life of the people who participated in the making of these paintings. Kelly Williams used a grant by RACC to teach the art of encaustic to people who ...

January at Tilde

Posted by admin on Dec 31, 2010 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Winterfriend, Michelle Maule January 2011 brings PRINT-A-PALOOZA—Four local artists showcase original visual work in print format Portland, Oregon—December 30, 2010—Tilde in Sellwood will feature the printed artwork of four varied visual artists. Please note that NO First Friday reception will be held in January.The show runs through Monday, January 31st, 2011. Print-a-Palooza features prints of original ...

December Happenings at Art Department

Posted by admin on Nov 30, 2010 in The Art Department, Uncategorized | No Comments

The holiday season is upon us and ART DEPARTMENT is getting cozy. Our upcoming events and exhibits all reflect the spirit of giving, community, and tradition. Join us in beating the winter blues! If you’re interested in holding your holiday party or special event at ART DEPARTMENT, we still have spots on our calendar! Contact ...

Eunice Parsons, Where The Pieces Come From at Luke’s Frame Shop

Posted by admin on Nov 30, 2010 in Luke's Frame Shop, Uncategorized | No Comments

December 4 – January 6  ARTIST’S RECEPTION: Saturday, December 4th, 6-8pm Eunice Parsons, born in 1916 in Loma, Colorado, grew up in Chicago. As a child, she drew constantly. At ten, she attended lectures at the Art Institute of Chicago and was exposed to the magnificent collections there under the tutelage of an enthusiastic instructor. After marriage ...

Strings, Hummingbirds, Knots and Ghosts at 23 Sandy Gallery

Posted by admin on Nov 2, 2010 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Two Solo Shows Opening this Week Dates: November 4-December 18, 2010 Artist Reception: First Friday, November 5, 2010, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Location: 23 Sandy Gallery, 623 NE 23rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97232 Gallery Hours: Thursday-Saturday, Noon-6:00 p.m. and by appointment. Web site:  www.23sandy.com Helen Hiebert • String Theory Helen Hiebert recently pulled Ashley’s Book of Knots ...