There are few substances more celebrated than gold. Associated with the sun, and its life giving powers, it has been used as a symbol of status, wealth and power. Aside from that, it’s freaking gorgeous! We literally move mountain to unearth it. Artists have been drawn to the color since they were painting in caves, using a much more readily… Read more
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Oregon may be among the greener places on earth, but everyone knows that Ireland has dibs on the color. So in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we would like to share our dreamiest, greeniest landscapes. Whether they be the hills of Ireland, or the Willamette Valley, nothing beats a green scene. To see more works by these artists, please Browse the Artist… Read more
Into the Wild Blue Yonder
Blue is somewhat of an illusion. It surrounds us completely, yet is always out of reach. The rich color of the ocean disappears once you hold it in your hands, and fades from the sky every night. It’s hard to pin down, and hard to find. Blue pigment, residing primarily in Afghanistan as lapis lazuli, was used sparingly through out… Read more
It’s Hip to be Square
There’s just something about a straight line that makes the eye sing. Our brains love geometric shapes, perfectly rendered and replicated. Mathematics allows for a precision that is not often observed in nature. Throughout history we see the use of mathematics in art; they have evolved along side each other, influenced and enhanced one another. It’s a beautiful relationship, that produces some… Read more
Seeing Portland: Mitch Freifeld, Jean Thomas, Kevin Farrell & Beth Kerschen
These four artists are representing the ever changing landscape of Portland. Mitch Freifeld is using a grant from the Regional Arts and Culture Council to paint historic buildings before they disappear. In Beth Kerschen’s “East Meets West” installation at the Portland Airport, she captures the city in its present moment, bursting with creative energy. Come hear all four artists talk… Read more
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