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— 1 September 10 —
TBA:10 at PNCA
Nina Katchadourian’s Sorted Books exhibition opens Thursday, September 2 in PNCA’s Feldman Gallery as part of TBA:10. Among other works, Katchadourian invites Portland locals Lisa Radon and Tim Duroche to examine their personal book collections.
Read more ...— 26 August 10 —
Convocation Speaker Announced
The 2010 Convocation address on September 9 will be given by Jane Beebe, Owner and Director of PDX Contemporary Art.
Read more ...— 24 August 10 —
Explore the Museum's Archives In New Exhibition
Collateral Matters opens August 26 at Museum of Contemporary Craft. Learn about institutional identity and trends in Northwest graphic design through invoices, invitations and other Museum ephemera in an interactive exhibition.
Read more ...— 24 August 10 —
Craftacular Takes a Walk Down Scout Camp Lane
Join Torie Nguyen and Cathy Pitters for Craftacular, a free community craft night on August 31 at 6 pm at Museum of Contemporary Craft. Learn how to make your own custom merit badges to represent your favorite activities in life.
Read more ...— 24 August 10 —
Morph/Shift Features 14 Abstract and Non-Objective Painters
As we approach the 100th anniversary of abstract and non-objective painting, it seems a particularly apt time to reflect upon the work being done today. The abstract epoch finds its roots in the Romantic painting innovations of the Impressionist and Expressionists with other early influences including mysticism and scientific color theory. It soon progressed through Concrete art and geometric abstraction followed by Abstract Expressionism, monochrome abstractions, Op art, Minimalism and right up to the so called death of painting in the late 60’s and early 70’s with the dematerialization of the art object. However, painting never died and looking at the plethora of exciting paintings today, it’s silly to think some had already written its obituary.
Curated by Kelly Rauer and Mack McFarland, Morph/Shift looks at 14 Portland artists who are working within the realm of abstract and non-objective painting. Among this new guard of innovative and rigorous painters, the artistic approaches vary from process-driven minimalist gestures, conceptual abstractions and traditional notions of “to abstract”, with each artist pressing for a new understanding.
The exhibition is on view August 30-September 26 in the Swigert Commons of the PNCA Main Campus Building. An opening reception will take place September 2 at 6 pm.
Featured Artists: Timothy Scott Dalbow, Jesse Durost, Jacqueline Ehlis, Alex Felton & Kevin Abell, Derek Franklin, Matt Green, Midori Hirose, Lindsay Kennedy, Ruth Lantz, Meg Peterson, Blair Saxon-Hill, Alex Steckly, Bradley Streeper.
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— 23 August 10 —
PNCA Fall Building Hours
Beginning next Monday, August 30, Fall Hours will be in effect all all PNCA Buildings.
Read more ...— 16 August 10 —
New Student Orientation
PNCA foundation students and transfer students are invited to attend Orientation August 26-27. During this time, you will be introduced to key people and resources to help you navigate your way through PNCA’s educational experience.
Read more ...— 11 August 10 —
2010-2011 Graduate Visiting Artist Lecture Series
PNCA is pleased to announce the schedule for the 010-2011 Graduate Visiting Artist Lecture Series, presented by ZGF Architects LLP. Featuring more than 20 acclaimed guest speakers, the lecture series is open to the public and complements the Visual Studies and Applied Craft and Design MFA programs.
— 6 August 10 —
I Heart Art: Portland Connects Handmade Artists to Buyers
Sixty handmade artists will have two minutes each with 20 retail buyers at I Heart Art: Portland’s Mixer Match on September 1. Applications for participants are accepted through August 13.
Read more ...— 2 August 10 —
M5 Exhibition Now on View in Feldman Gallery
M5 explores the intersections and mutual interests of five artists who have exhibited at Brooklyn’s Minus Space and two of the Northwest’s most historically relevant abstract practitioners. Curated by Jeff Jahn, the exhibition is on view through August 22.
— 2 August 10 —
Oregonian Touts PNCA & Museum Success
Tuesday’s Oregonian featured Craft Museum’s Design for Living, an article addressing the current state of the Museum of Contemporary Craft’s successful integration with PNCA.
— 28 July 10 —
PNCA Welcomes Urban Sketchers Symposium
PNCA is pleased to welcome the First International Urban Sketchers Symposium. Drawing enthusiasts from around the world will convene at PNCA July 29-31 for a series of lectures, panels, exhibits and sketch outings led by a diverse team of international presenters.
— 22 July 10 —
I Heart Art: Portland Workshop Video Now Available
The first video in a series documenting the I Heart Art: Portland Professional Development Workshop Series has been posted to their website. They will release more videos in the coming weeks.
— 21 July 10 —
Stray Fires Exhibition Showcases MFA Work
The works of 13 first-year students in the MFA in Visual Studies program are presented at Disjecta through August 8. Stray Fires represents the mid-point of this two-year course of study. The gallery is open Friday-Sunday, 12-5 pm.
Read more ...— 20 July 10 —
Clay Has The Last Word
Museum of Contemporary Craft has published and released Ken Shores: Clay Has the Last Word, an examination of a pivotal artist, leader, educator and foundational figure in the American Craft movement, now available for sale in The Gallery or online.
Read more ...— 16 July 10 —
Parents and Kids Explore Everyday Materials in Upcoming Workshop
Product Designer, MICA faculty member and author Inna Alesina leads parents and kids through an exploration of creative uses for everyday objects on July 24 at Museum of Contemporary Craft. Space is still available.
Read more ...— 15 July 10 —
Collaborations & Dialogues Gallery Conversation Podcast
In conjunction with Collaborations & Dialogues: Selections from the Jordan D. Schnitzer Print Collection, master printer James Reid of Gemini G.E.L. and collector Jordan Schnitzer join PNCA’s Christy Wyckoff for a conversation in the Feldman Gallery. Listen to the podcast.
Read more ...— 13 July 10 —
Visiting Ceramicist Joseph Pintz Lectures at Museum
Inspired by his Midwestern roots, Pintz often recreates hand tools and other seemingly mundane objects with reductive techniques. He will lecture about his work July 15.
Read more ...— 8 July 10 —
James Reid and Jordan Schnitzer Share Close Ties with Collaborations & Dialogues
A gallery conversation on July 12 between Master Printer James Reid and prominent collector Jordan Schnitzer will explore their common interest in printmaking and in-depth experience with collaboration.
Read more ...— 6 July 10 —
2010-2011 Museum Exhibition Schedule
Museum of Contemporary Craft announces its 2010-2011 Exhibition Schedule. Visit the website for details about the five upcoming exhibitions, beginning with Ai Weiwei: Dropping the Urn opening July 15.
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