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Oh snap! Join us June 28th, 12-2pm, with Anna Rogers (the artist behind Muscle Beach) for a fun-filled afternoon learnin...
06/22/2026

Oh snap! Join us June 28th, 12-2pm, with Anna Rogers (the artist behind Muscle Beach) for a fun-filled afternoon learning to make classic beaded lizard keychains and charms. All materials are provided, no experience is necessary. You’ll have enough time and materials to make up to two lizards.

Coffee, mimosas (for l’adulte!), snacks will be provided! The vibes will be vibing 🦎. For ages 11-99! Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

One day only! Limited seating. More details provided online. Secure your spot - 🔗 in bio!

Feeling inquisitive? Join us Thursday, June 25th, at 6pm for an artist walk with Mandy Arroyo . Mandy Arroyo will be gra...
06/19/2026

Feeling inquisitive? Join us Thursday, June 25th, at 6pm for an artist walk with Mandy Arroyo . Mandy Arroyo will be gracing us with a slide show and discussion of the places and patterns that inspired her series, aptly titled “Place and Pattern”, offering a deeper look into the landscapes, colors, and motifs that found their way into her paintings.
We’ll have refreshments on hand—just bring your curiosity and zest for all things art and travel. We hope you’ll join.

Last weekend we opened two solo June shows with Mandy Arroyo Mandy Arroyo (Place and Pattern) in the front gallery and A...
06/14/2026

Last weekend we opened two solo June shows with Mandy Arroyo Mandy Arroyo (Place and Pattern) in the front gallery and Anna Rogers Anna Rogers (Muscle Beach) in the back gallery.

Summer vibes are in full effect in both rooms. Mandy’s vibrant Portugal-inspired landscapes beg you to finally book that trip to the coast (any coast) you’ve been dreaming about, while Anna’s playful wooden characters evoke the fondness of long, carefree summers in the sun.

It’s hot outside, but we’ve got the AC running, cold refreshments waiting, and an open invitation to bring your ice cream, iced latte or hot dog 🐕 along for the visit.

We’re open today until 6pm and again Thursday through Sunday.

We can’t wait to share more photos from these beautiful exhibitions soon.
📷 Connor Enloe

PDXLAX ends May 31; closing reception and talk: 3-6pm! ———This is the final weekend to come revel in the delightful crea...
05/28/2026

PDXLAX ends May 31; closing reception and talk: 3-6pm!
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This is the final weekend to come revel in the delightful creations of and , the illustrators behind PDXLAX.
But we’re not letting this one slip away without a little fanfare. Please join us Sunday, May 31 at 3pm for a conversation with Zachary Rau (PDX), followed by a closing reception with light snacks, beverages and all the artsy banter.
One last chance to experience the show before it’s gone.

We have TWO featured artists for our upcoming show this June, and we’ve been eagerly anticipating the new collection of ...
05/24/2026

We have TWO featured artists for our upcoming show this June, and we’ve been eagerly anticipating the new collection of paintings by Mandy Arroyo featured in the front gallery.

Her solo exhibition, Place and Pattern, is inspired by her month-long residency in Portugal last October. With a background in graphic design and illustration, it’s understandable that pattern became a central focus throughout the trip. This collection draws inspiration from the rich history of tile design and architecture, as well as the patterns found in nature.

Each of the 30 new paintings and drawings “is a window into a memory, a snapshot in time… Together, these works explore the relationship between the built environment and natural landscapes while celebrating the delight of noticing details both big and small”.

Join us June 5th, 6–9pm, for a very summery opening with and . Drinks, music, good vibes, and a whole lot of great art. We can’t wait!

In addition to Mandy Arroyo’s solo show, Patterns and Places, opening in the front gallery next month, we’re excited to ...
05/23/2026

In addition to Mandy Arroyo’s solo show, Patterns and Places, opening in the front gallery next month, we’re excited to present the first solo exhibition in our back gallery featuring Anna Rogers

Presenting… MUSCLE BEACH

Built from painted woodcuts, the show is packed with cultural references best understood by someone who grew up in coastal California in the 90’s and 00’s. Anna is a no fuss artist: using clean lines and a limited color pallet her artwork communicates with humor, clarity and candor. To put it simply, She cuts, paints, and assembles with an ease that makes wielding a jigsaw look effortless….but you know it’s not (right? Cause its not!)

Join us June 5th, 6–9pm, for a very summery opening with both and . Drinks, music, good vibes and a whole lot of great art. And if rumors are true, you might expect popsicles.

Bistro (Alex), Zachary Rau Colored pencil, gouache, 22x 32” framed As part of PDXLAX, up through May 31•Two more weekend...
05/22/2026

Bistro (Alex), Zachary Rau
Colored pencil, gouache, 22x 32” framed
As part of PDXLAX, up through May 31

Two more weekends to enjoy the illustrative worlds of and . PDXLAX is the collaboration of two friends across two cities, a visual snapshot of their experiences and musings that catch their creative eye. These two artists work very differently in the same practice creating a dialog across the walls that is engaging and complementary.

Come through before it comes down… and join us for an artist talk with Zack Rau, Sunday May 31 at 3pm with a closing reception to follow.

5 Studies by Chris Sasaki (LAX)
Graphite on 9.5 × 7.25” sketch paper.A series of intimate graphite studies that showcase...
05/17/2026

5 Studies by Chris Sasaki (LAX)
Graphite on 9.5 × 7.25” sketch paper.

A series of intimate graphite studies that showcase Sasaki’s attentive observation and sensitivity to gesture, expression, and atmosphere. Even at a small scale, the works convey the quiet narrative quality present throughout his practice.

I’m a sucker for even a glimpse into an artist’s sketchbook; if you are too, these beautifully framed studies are available for purchase in the gallery and online — link in bio.

Just a few more weekends to catch this show. Here tonight til 8pm and again tomorrow, Sunday 2-6pm!

Mitchell, by Chris Sasaki as part of PDXLAX; 36x36”, acrylic on canvas. Available! Link 🔗 in bio.•The loose textured det...
05/15/2026

Mitchell, by Chris Sasaki as part of PDXLAX;
36x36”, acrylic on canvas. Available! Link 🔗 in bio.

The loose textured details, the contrast and balance of color; the expression, hair color, the parka, the peak of a painting within a painting. It’s all so arresting and curious. That’s perhaps what I love most about portraiture: the way it invites you to meet someone new with little context beyond the clues surrounding them, offering glimpses of who they are, or who they might be.

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SASAKI is a California-based, award-winning animation director, writer, and illustrator whose recent work quietly documents the lives and landscapes of Los Angeles. Their images hold a sense of stillness within the urban rush, inviting viewers into intimate moments shared with the friends and residents they encounter. The collection includes original works, prints, and framed sketches.

📍We’re open all weekend, TH-SAT 2-8pm, SUN, 2-6pm. Step out of the spring rain and spend some time with new friends.

Plant (Dez), by Zachary Rau  for LAXPDX; 22 × 32”, colored pencil and gouache, custom frame. A tender moment observed th...
05/08/2026

Plant (Dez), by Zachary Rau for LAXPDX;
22 × 32”, colored pencil and gouache, custom frame.
A tender moment observed through the eyes of a watchful and loving father. Available- link in bio.
We’re open 2–8pm today, come through!
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RAU is a Portland-based illustrator and educator whose work serves as an intimate record of his surroundings, often attuned to the quiet moments that shape daily life. Drawing inspiration from the Intimist movement of the early 20th century, he captures the city’s social fabric through scenes of dining, drinking, and gathering.

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