Celebrating Art in the Pearl District Community!
May kicks off with an incredible lineup of events for art enthusiasts and those who want to step out, mingle with their community, and enjoy exploring local galleries or strolling along historic 13th Avenue to see the street gallery. You can find it all in the Pearl District!
Image: Urban Art Network
First Thursday Street Gallery
The countdown is on for May's First Thursday Street Gallery! Get ready to soak up some fantastic art and good vibes! Brought to you by Urban Art Network every first Thursday from April through October.
Date: May 2, 2024
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm
Location: NW 13th Avenue, Pearl District, between Hoyt and Kearny
Link: https://urbanartnetwork.org
Family-friendly, including your four-legged companions (make sure they're on a leash). Remember to dress for the ever-changing PNW weather.
Pearl District First Thursday Art Walk
Unleash your creative side and explore the Pearl District's First Thursday Art Walk. The event caters to all levels of art enjoyment, from the novice to the expert. You can wander from gallery to gallery, exploring a wide range of exhibits in many of Portland's well-known galleries, engage with artists, and immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene.
Date: May 2, 2024
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm
Learn more by visiting PADA: The Portland Art Dealers Association.
Pearl District Gallery List & Links:
BlackFish Gallery: Kanetaka Ikeda - Suns, Stars, and Cosmic Tree | Christopher Shotola-Hardt - Elegies | Corey S. Pressman - Return, Return - 938 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR 97209
Blue Sky Gallery: Sol Neelman’s Weird Sports, Dylan Hausthor What the Rain Might Bring - 122 NW 8th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97209
Elizabeth Leach Gallery: Ryan Pierce - Improbable Springs, Peter Gronquist - Light Record - 417 NW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
Gallery 114: Pat Barrett - Signals Unclear - 1100 Building, 1100 NW Glisan Street. Downstairs, across from @blickportland
J. Pepin Gallery: May Group Exhibit Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month — Maytag Building, 532 NW 12th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
Laura Vincent Design & Gallery: Heléna Dupre Thompson - Detritivore - 824 NW Davis Street, Portland, OR 97209
Waterstone Gallery: Sol Neelman - Weird Sports | Dylan Huasthor - What the Rain Might Bring - 124 NW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
The 2024 MFA Thesis Exhibition, Presented by the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies at Pacific Northwest College of Art
Join us for a First Thursday Opening Reception!
Date: May 2, 2024
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm
Location: Maddox Building, 1231 NW Hoyt St, Portland, OR 97209
Free + open to the public
"The 2024 MFA Thesis Exhibition is a celebration marking the culmination of creative exploration, critical inquiry, and artistic innovation by the Master of Fine Arts candidates at the Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA). Over the course of two+ years, these 25 exceptional artists, designers, and makers have dedicated themselves to intensive research and experimentation resulting in a diverse and compelling array of works." - Pacific Northwest College of Art at Willamette University.
Additional Locations: Expensify, 401 SW 5th Avenue, Portland, OR 97204 & Stelo Arts, 412 NW 8th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
Additional Public Viewing Hours: May 4 & May 5 from 1-5 PM, May 11 & May 12 from 1-5 PM, May 18 from 1-5 PM.
Upcoming Art Events!
Summertime Creativity with Artist Susi Davis
Are you inspired to explore your creativity? Why not try a fun, hands-on art experience with a fun-filled night of creativity, beverages, and jellyfish!
Get ready for summer with a refreshing drink at our local hangout while painting these enchanting sea creatures!
Date: June 3, 2024
Time: 5 pm
Cost: $40 per student/$70 for 2
Contact: susiwatercolors@gmail.com
Location: Lowbrow Lounge, 1036 NW Hoyt Portland, OR 97209
Paint your Favorite Furry Friend!
Another fantastic opportunity to try your hand at watercolors. These very popular classes are a special treat and are perfect for a gift or just for yourself. Susi provides the materials, instructions, and support - so don't be nervous about your art skills! This class is so much fun, and you walk away with your own creation of a beloved pet. It's such a fabulous experience that you'll want to do one for every creature you meet! Susi has a fabulous studio in the 13th Street Lofts on the historic 13th Avenue, just across from Wieden + Kennedy.
For more details, contact: susiwatercolors@gmail.com
Date: July 11, 2024
Time: 1 pm- 3 pm
Cost: $60 per student
We have more about Susi and other amazing women artists and business owners included in our blog Celebrating Women-Owned Businesses in the Pearl District Portfolio.
The Pearl District Portfolio takes pride in our tenants and community!
We are committed to ensuring this mixed-use district continues to function as a vibrant center of art and culture, urban housing, and creativity. Through the adaptive reuse of our eight distinct buildings, we continue to honor the Pearl District's history while providing a range of spaces unique and unequaled in Portland.
Explore Pearl District Portfolio’s website and blog for more information on the building, the history of the Pearl District, the community, and events. Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on social media @pearldistrictportfolio to stay in touch with local events and activities!
Looking for Creative Office or Retail Space
The Pearl District Portfolio offers modern and beautiful spaces combined with vintage architecture across the neighborhood.
Visit pearldistrictportfolio.com for information on leasing.
