I write from Takamatsu, Japan where the sun is rising over an ordinary Wednesday. Simultaneously in the US, people are heading to the polls to cast ballots and express themselves politically. As a distraction from the news, I provide a tale of the recreation of a community, through the power of benevolence and art. Naoshima […]
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Join the PNWS Monthly Sculpture Conversation – 2nd Wednesdays
Join the PNWS Sculpture Conversation – Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month – 7pm
We want to hear and see what you are creating! Are you working in a new medium? Have you run into blocks and need support? We are here for our fellow members to share resources and cheer you on!
November 2026 Events
Friday, November 6th, 5-9pm: “Coalescence” Show First Friday Opening Reception at Art at the Cave
Wednesday, November 11th, 7-8pm: Monthly Sculpture Conversation Online
Saturday, November 21st, 1-2pm: “Coalescence” Show Artist Talks at Art at the Cave
Saturday, November 21st, 3-5pm: PNWS Monthly Meet-Up and Potluck at Russ Ford’s
Wednesday, November 25th, 7-8pm: PNWS Board Meeting Online
Website issues – November 4, 2026
Websites around the world have been hit by millions of attempts to exploit a recently discovered vulnerability in their code, cybersecurity companies have said, as the US warned the flaw could allow attackers to take control of web servers, steal data and disrupt services. This worldwide issue has impacted our website in many ways and […]
November potluck at Russ’ house
Saturday, Nov 21st at 1pm will be the artist’s talks for the PNWS group show: Coalescence at the CAVE gallery 108 E Evergreen blvd. Vancouver, WA. These tend to run long. So, it’s likely that 3 – 5pm potluck time, at Russ Ford’s house, should work great. The gallery and Russ’ house 610 E 19th […]
Reminder – Coalescence Art Show
REMINDER: Tomorrow, Sunday, Nov. 1, 12pm-2pm is drop-off for the Coalescence Art Show at Art at the Cave, 108 E Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98660 Looking forward to seeing everyone’s creations! Any questions, contact: Sharon at Art At The Cave: artatthecave.com Or Bob Deasy: bobndeasy@gmail.com For your convenience, the artist agreement is attached. You can fill […]
October 2026 Events
Sunday, October 11th: Coalescence show submissions due
Wednesday, October 14th, 7-8pm: Monthly Sculpture Conversation online
Sunday, October 18th, 3-5pm: PNWS Monthly Meet-Up and Potluck at Jenny Poston’s
Wednesday, October 28th, 7-8pm: PNWS Board Meeting Online
Art Speaks Loudly
I’m doing a live fruit carving demo Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, from 1pm to 11pm at Art Speaks Loudly, an artist showcase at Rae Loft 2222 NE Oregon Street Suite 207 in Portland, OR. You can read more about the event and find tickets here: https://www.raeloftpdx.com/events/artspeaksloudly