Portland based artists Crystal Schenk and Shelby Davis have completed a public art installation as part of the recent streetscape improvements for SE Division. The project was funded through the City of Portland’s 2% for Art ordinance. The works will be celebrated on Friday, October 24th, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Openfest, featuring music, a beer garden, and other activities and celebrations throughout the day. Ribbon cutting festivities will take place at 10:00 a.m. at SE 31st Avenue and Division Street.
Read MoreSee the Magic Tonight with Crystal Schenk, Shelby Davis and the PSU Chamber Choir in the W+K Portland Gallery Space | Wieden+Kennedy →
Every month, the W+K Portland office opens its doors for the First Thursday crowds, and this month’s gallery exhibition is a true winter wonderland. Local artists Crystal Schenk and Shelby Davis have brought unicorns, narwhals, winged wolves, owls and more under one roof. Tonight, you can see their magical creations and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and a performance from PSU’s Chamber Choir.
Read MoreGordon Barnes & Shelby Davis at Jace Gace →
Recently Jace Gace (a hybrid waffle house/gallery on Belmont) has become the newest place to see challenging art in Southeast Portland and openings have been packed despite the extensive condo construction next door. This installation art/waffle development would be more surprising if it hadn't been started by a bunch of MFA's from CCA and located in the Portland Art Center's smaller but wonderful old space when they were dedicated to installation art (2005).
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