Construction of a much-anticipated giant troll sculpture was completed Friday afternoon at the campus of the nonprofit Nordic Northwest in Southwest Portland near Washington Square mall.The exact location was mostly kept under wraps from the public to prevent construction interference until now. The 19-foot-tall troll is nestled between trees behind Fogelbo, a home filled with Nordic antiques and art on […]
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When 2- and 3-dimensions merge.
Some artworks create themselves. When you get into that flow, it’s an magical experience. Most artists know this special creative zone. It doesn’t happen often enough. As you gain momentum with the project, you realize you are not creating, but simply acting as a conduit for the creation of a work of art. It’s thrilling, humbling, mystical, spiritual…
Art in the Pearl – 2023
PNWS demo booth at this year’s Art in the Pearl event included Raku firing of members’ sculptures.
OSA is looking for an Education and Program Manager
Oregon Society of Artists, on of our affiliates, has a position open. The role includes coordination and communication with artists, members and the public for classes and related activities. It’s a great opportunity for a motivated, organized web-savvy person. To apply, download job description.
Submissions Open for Sculpture Show at Oregon Society of Artists
Oregon Society of Artists and PNWS host August sculpture show Show dates: August 3 -August 31, 2023 Inline viewing: August 3, 2023 – October 5, 2023 The Oregon Society of Artists and PNWS are pleased to present a juried show dedicated entirely to contemporary Sculpture. The exhibit will feature a wide range of mediums, including […]
Visualization in Progress
For months, I have been telling everyone that I would create a large sculpture for a show at The Cave in Vancouver this September. The intended scale will be about 6’ tall. My logic is simple. If I tell everyone I’m doing this, I can’t back out. It’s all part of my visualization process. Sketches […]
The PNWS 2023 Group Show in Newport, OR is a Resounding Success!
54 exciting and beautiful sculptures created by 31 PNWS members are now showing at the Runyan Gallery in the Newport Visual Arts Center (NVAC) right on Nye Beach on the Oregon coast. Our show “Into the Depths” opened Friday June 2, with an evening reception and continues through July 29th, so invite your friends and […]
June Member meeting – June 24th 3PM
This month we will be meeting at Joe Hifills place on 8565 SW 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97223. Out of towners online meeting details are: Microsoft Teams meeting. Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting In 2000, sculptor Joseph Highfill, along with a small group of contemporary […]