The world is a dark place, my friends. No, I’m not veering into political commentary. It’s literally dark outside. Ever-shortening days and rainy, overcast skies leave me craving more light. And while the child in me seeks the comfort of candles, of cozy Danish hygge-style light, the adult in me craves BIG, dramatic “Be gone […]
November 2025 Newsletter
Stormy Weather on the horizon
I am so excited that my two workshops at this weekend’s Cannon Beach Stormy Weather Festival are almost fully subscribed. I am also excited to introduce the second in my Seashores Collection Series, ‘Dark Star.” The piece is based on an absolutely gorgeous chunk of maple burl that I dug out of the discard pile […]
James Lee Hansen-A very special meeting
An interview of James Lee Hansen by Leslie Christ at James’s studio on October 19th.
Getting involved in 2026 Gathering of the Guilds
Gathering of the Guilds is a BIG event. An estimated 12,000 art-lovers come through the Oregon Convention Center, providing a great opportunity to connect. There are lots of ways to get involved. If you’re interested in volunteering, showing work in the Pacific NW Sculptors’ gallery, having your own booth space, or doing sculpture demonstrations, please […]
Upcoming November Events
Wednesday, November 12th 7:00 – 8:00pm: Monthly Sculpture Conversation online
Wednesday, November 19th 3:00 – 4:00pm: PNWS Gathering of the Guilds planning meeting
Sunday, November 23rd 3:00 – 6:00pm: Monthly member meet-up at Craig Dorety’s
Tuesday, November 25th 7:00 – 8:00pm: PNWS Board Meeting online
Friday, November 28th: PNWS Deadline for Gathering of the Guilds Booth Applications
November 23rd Craig Dorety studio potluck
Nov 23rd studio tour potluck at Craig Dorety’s house, 6840 SE Woodstock Blvd
Ulrich Pakker Installs Spheroid
Ulrich Pakker was commissioned for and installed a sculpture in Portland, at the Terwilliger Plaza Retirement Community. Part of the search committee’s research was the PNW Sculptors. On October 10th there was a dedication at Terwilliger Plaza by Ulrich Pakker about his career and the sculpture, Spheroid. Congratulations, Ulrich, on the installation of this beautiful sculpture! […]
Golem Sculpture Making Workshop
Registration is now open for this Golem-making sculpture workshop. All tools, clay instruction and firings are supplied, plus 2 beers are included. Nov 16, 2025 from 3:30-6:00 PM at Leikam Brewery on E. Burnside, Portland, Oregon.