2025 Shows

2025 shows

January:  Jenni Denekas

February:   Morgan Bettison

March: Mt. Tabor Middle School

April: Sam Pletcher

May: Aaron Horowitz

June: Rebecca Kolb

July:  Molly Renauer

August: Mary Ruth Butterworth

September: Miz Chaos

October: Annual Halloween Show

November: Ellis CWK

December:  Annual Krampus Show

"Oregon Birds" by Jenni Denekas

Watercolor bird studies nestled into a scene reminiscent of of the forest floor. Jenni included bookmarks and stickers for visitors. Be sure to see more of her work @ginkgobearcreative and check out her website www.jennidenekas.com

Mini "heart" works by Morgan Bettison

A series of mini paintings, each featuring a heart for February. An important reminder to find and create joy in our community every day. To see more of Morgan's work, follow @nachos_honey_art

"3 Cups of Tea" by art students at Mt. Tabor Middle School

A collaborative project inspired by the Pakistani proverb. The first cup of tea you share, you are strangers. The second cup of tea you share, you are an honored guest. The third, you are family.  Special thank you to their Art Teacher, Molly Renauer, for making this happen! To see more amazing middle school art, check out @mttaborart

"Thanks for Being Here" by Sam Pletcher

Bright, humorous, energetic and joyful. The paintings and figures are so  alive, including the chair! You may have seen other work from Sam including patches and stickers and more throughout PDX. Visit Sam's website  www.sampletcher.com or give her a follow @sampletchergoods

"Sauvie Birds" by Aaron Horowitz

Black and Photography of birds on our local Sauvie Island. Aaron's photography reminds us to explore the PNW with a  sense of awe and wonder. See more of his work @ayayronpdx

"Dream Theater" by Rebecca Kolb

Rebecca is a stop motion fabricator, watercolor artist and illustrator.  You may have seen her work at The Blind Insect Gallery or the Laika Coraline Trail. This show features a puppet theater and marionette, hand fabricated to create dreamy whimsy. To see more of her work, check out @the.spectral.studio

"Seeds" My Molly Renauer

Fellow art teacher and friend, Molly Renauer, created a cut paper installation inspired by the proverb "They tried to bury us but we were seeds". We love how Molly uses art as a tool to communicate and advocate for change.  To see more of her work check out @mollyrenauerart

                                                                                      "Amigurumi August" by Alissa Tran

A surprise short pop up show, up for one week only.  It features handmade Muppets from The Muppets Official Crochet by Drew Hill. Those who know me, know I love all things Jim Henson related.

"In My Art Space" by Mary Ruth Butterworth

Bold, vibrant and awesome installation by Mary Ruth Butterworth featuring  multimedia art on the walls and a contemplative figure. Long time fans may remember that she created a show for us last year as well. See more of her work @ruthietherobot