May 2026: Micro / Macro

Looking at how we interpret sciences, this Open Call embraces both scientific inquiry and artistic interpretation. We are particularly interested in work that bridges macro and micro, inside and outside, —echoing the idea that everything, everywhere, all at once is interconnected.

Intersecting Lines, 1923, Wassily Kandinsky, oil on canvas

June 2026: Pride Quilts by Portland Modern Quilt Guild

Rainbow quilts from former Powell’s shows and Pride-themed quilts. Joy, grief, protest, softness, rage, celebration. The first Pride parade started as a riot. Resistance is part of the color story. Learn more on the PMQG website.

July 2026: Rising Out of the Shadows: Stories of Resilience

Join us as we honor and highlight area Native 2SLGBTQ+ artists in this special fundraiser exhibit. The gallery portion of proceeds on the sales of artwork in this exhibit will be donated to NARA NW. The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, social services, physical health, dental health, mental health and substance use disorder services for American Indians and Alaska Natives and those who seek their care. Look forward to an enlightening exhibit complete with an opening ceremony, dance and exhibit installations.

August 2026: Lost and Found

Join Inner Light Photographic Society in celebrating 40 years in photography together. This exhibit celebrates what has been lost as well as what has been found over the years. Four decades has produced work with the help of the darkroom and the desktop. This collective body of work includes over 20 photographers, a media installation, vintage cameras to the smart phone. View the darkroom installation and walk through history as the medium changed and cameras progressed. Join us for the reception on Friday, August 7 from 5-9 and for the artist talk Saturday, August 15 from 1-2pm. 

Image credits: 

Cheryle Easter, San Cristobal

Claudia J. Howell, Country Classic

Lorraine Richey, Early Morning Crash

September 2026: Wearable Art

Wearable Art is art that you can wear, walk and dance in! This show was inspired by the World of Wearable Art exhibit, and a continuing trend in libraries, art festivals, galleries and museums to feature clothing and textiles as art. Your wearable may be made with any material, new or repurposed. We hope to see works that stretch the imagination and celebrate the unique creativity within you. See the full details of the open call here.