Published by the Portland Art Dealers Association, the Portland Art Guide is a monthly brochure showcasing exhibitions at galleries, museums and art institutions throughout Portland. View exhibitions occurring in Portland in January 2026.
Michele Russo Untitled I (two figures on black and gray background) , 1969, oil on canvas, 58.25 x 50.75 inches Russo Lee Gallery
A Gallery Doing More Than Selling Fine Art J. Pepin Art Gallery isn ’ t just selling artwork; it is creating positive dialog around something that affects all of us … mental health. Located in Portland Oregon ’ s Pearl District, J. Pepin Art Gallery was founded in 2013 by Jennifer Haskins Pepin to reframe the perception of mental illness to be one of mental health. The idea originated after Jennifer was in the corporate world for 12 years living with bipolar disorder. The environment created many challenges trying to maintain a good mental health and at that time, there was great misunderstanding of what mental health conditions meant and how they needed to be taken care of. Nobody talked about it. Eventually, it led to parting ways with the company and Jennifer began going to a Depression Bipolar Support Alliance support group. “ There was so much creativity in that meeting - writers, musicians, artists and I wanted to use that to start a positive dialog about mental health and break down the stigma that exists. ” Along with exhibiting their artwork, artists have written statements about how their own mental health may be supported by their creativity. Jennifer hopes these statements help others know they are not alone and that they feel better talking about their own mental health and taking care of it. When the gallery first opened it was focused around specific mental health conditions but that conversation has evolved. Although Jennifer personally lives with bipolar disorder, she feels strongly that it is not about diagnosis. “ We all have a mental health, as we do a physical health. I hope that if
people feel more comfortable talking about their own, they can find ways to support it. Creativity is just one example. ” Jennifer currently represents 14 different regional artists and offers a range of styles, mediums, sizes, and price points. Her goal has always been to live and breathe like any other gallery. She has not wanted special treatment because of the focus on mental health and hopes to offer a caliber of work that appeals to a wide audience. “ I have been blessed with the artists who have wanted to be a part of this gallery and I love that I can offer such a diverse collection. The gallery attracts everyone from young people buying their first original artwork to collectors who have supported me over the years. ” A member of the Portland Art Dealers Association, J. Pepin Art Gallery has been recognized for its mental health advocacy and Jennifer has received awards and spoken at events. She enjoys partnering with local mental health organizations and has participated in the Seattle Art Fair the last three years. Although Jennifer is an artist, her energy continues to be focused on the gallery and using the art to put mental health in a positive light. “ As much as I want to work on my own art, this gallery isn ’ t just about me. It is about the other artists brave enough to share their works and their stories. It ’ s about inspiring others to do the same. It ’ s not only okay to talk about mental health, we have to talk about it. And we have to take care of it as we do our physical health. ”
jpepinartgallery.com Inquiry@jpepinartgallery.com
Thursday - Saturday 12 - 5pm Sunday 12 - 4pm And by appointment
532 NW 12th Avenue Portland, OR 97209 971.246.7992
ALEXANDRA BOYDEN Treelines January 16 - February 28, 2026 First Thursday Reception February 5, 5:00 - 8:00 pm
ALEXANDRA BOYDEN, Woven Woods, 2025, soft pastel on sanded paper, 45 x 34 inches
Winter Closure December 23 - January 10, 2026
824 NW Davis St Portland OR 97209 503.267.9225 Tue-Sat 11-5:30 pm lvdesignandgallery.com
January 2 - 31, 2026
First Thursday Reception January 8, 5pm - 8pm
Aimee O-Will, Electric Eye
Whether symbolic, emotional, structural, or conceptual - color can transform perception and meaning. We invited artists to consider how color operates as a code that viewers can unlock and respond to.
Meet the Artists January 18, 12pm - 2pm
James Robertson, Black and Gold
Downstairs at 1100 NW Glisan St www.gallery114.com PADA member
Natalie Obermaier, Warrior In The Rain
Wadsworth, Drainage
Paula Bullwinkel & Libby Wadsworth New Members Show, Gallery 2
Bullwinkel, Ruth On the Fourth of July
Carol Benson, Peregrenations, J.H. Gallery
JANUARY 2 - JANUARY 31, 2026 First Thursday Opening Reception: January 8, 5 - 8pm
established 1979
938 NW Everett St., PDX • blackfish.com • Wed - Sun, 11am-5pm
MICHELE RUSSO WORKS FROM THE ESTATE AND PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
UPCOMING EXHIBITION
JANUARY 8—31, 2026
OPENING RECEPTION: JANUARY 8, 5:00 — 7:00 PM
Michele Russo, MR305 Untitled , acrylic on canvas, 64 x 48 inches framed
805 NW 21ST AVE. PORTLAND, OREGON 97209
503-226-2754 | RUSSOLEEGALLERY.COM
WED–FRI 10:30–5:30 | SAT 11:00–5:00 | TUES BY APPT
ELIZABETH KNIGHT Give a Girl A Dog Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm December 31, 2025 - January 31, 2026 We will close at 3 pm on December 31, and be closed January 1
Opening Reception: Saturday, January 3rd | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Please RSVP to info@pdxcontemporaryart.com
PDX CONTEMPORARY ART | 1881 NW Vaughn Street, Portland, OR 97209 503-222-0063 | info@pdxcontemporaryart.com | www.pdxcontemporaryart.com
WESMILLS Drift Fence Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm December 31, 2025 - January 31, 2026 We will close at 3 pm on December 31, and be closed January 1
Opening Reception: Saturday, January 3rd| 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Please RSVP to info@pdxcontemporaryart.com
PDX CONTEMPORARY ART | 1881 NW Vaughn Street, Portland, OR 97209 503-222-0063 | info@pdxcontemporaryart.com | www.pdxcontemporaryart.com
Of Earth and Sky Member Group Show January 2, 2026 - February 1, 2026 Waterstone Gallery Member Artists: Ruth Armitage, Kindra Crick, Lisa Ellis, Sabina Haque, Susan Harrington, Dave Haslett, Claudia Hollister, Erika James, Kevin Jesequel, Roberta Lampert, MF, Lisa Onstad, Angelita Surmon, Greg Wilbur, Nancy Wilkins
ABOVE: Claudia Hollister, Anemones with Silk Shadows , Double cyanotype prints, 15.25” x 11.5”
BELOW : Sabina Haque, Last Light, SummerLake OR , Archival Photograph, 12” x 16”
Hours
Gallery hours: Wed - Sat, 11:00 am - 5:30 pm Sun 11:00 am - 4:00 pm By appointment and available for purchase anytime through our website www.waterstonegallery.com
Kevin Jesequel, Peek-A-Blue , Big leaf maple and milk paint, 9.5” x 7.5”
First Thursday
Thursday, Janurary 8, 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Artist Demos
Sunday, January 25th 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Gallery Holiday Closure
December 22, 2025 - January 1, 2026
124 NW 9th Ave, Portland, Oregon 97209 Wed-Sat, 11- 5:30, Sun 11- 4, or by appointment www.waterstonegallery.com 503.226.6196
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Chloe King, He Is My Madonna , 2023.
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WINTER JANUARY : Winter break! Make a trip out through the spectacular Columbia Gorge to visit 301 Gallery in downtown Hood River. Open every day.
Detail of Road to Mt. Hood, by Cathleen Rehfeld
PAINTING PHOTOGRAPHY SCULPTURE GLASS WOOD METAL CERAMICS JEWELRY 301 Gallery / 301 Oak Street / Hood River, OR 97031 / 301gallery.com / 541-215-6681
Reed Clarke “Why Should I Believe You” oil on canvas 36” x 24”
N icholas K NaptoN
Surfing With a Lifejacket
January 10 - February 9 Opening Reception Jan 10 5pm - 8pm Astoria Art Walk
IMOGEN GALLERY 240 11th street | astoria or 503.468.0620 imogengallery.com
“Orange Man Figure” watercolor, ink & pencil on paper, 14” x 11” by Nicholas Knapton
ADNAN CHARARA When I Saw the Stars, My Imagination Jumped and Picked One, 2009, lithograph, 23”x 20” Collaborating master printer, Frank Janzen, TMP
LARGE SCALE ART INSTALLATIONS, PERFORMANCES, WORKSHOPS.
Help shape what’s next. We are accepting applications for new board members and volunteers — creative minds ready to push boundaries and build community.
ANNIE MEYER GALLERY 2507 SE Clinton St. Portland, OR 97202 503.957.6800 www.AnnieMeyerGallery.com
Scan QR code for Board Member interest or connect with us at BuildingFive.org.
BUILDING FIVE IS A FERMENTATION CHAMBER FOR THE ARTS
JANUARY 2026
PRINTS: INKLING STUDIOS
11am to 4pm, Wednesday - Saturday 424 NW 12th Avenue Portland, Oregon 97209
INSTAGRAM: @curb_gallery
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