Short answer: If you want an incredible piece of artwork,…read moretake the time to go to the wilds of Camas, WA and visit The Attic. It is one of my favorites. And, as an added bonus, the City of Camas is a delight! Longer Answer: I love artwork. I understand everyone has their own tastes. Mine seems to be eclectic. I own everything from original pieces, to vintage travel posters, to signed lithographs, to lots of treasures in between. And one of the best places in the Pacific Northwest to peruse, and purchase, all sorts of fabulous pieces you will treasure is in Camas, WA. It is called The Attic. Unless it is just a hop-skip away, consider looking at their website. I was enchanted! We stopped on the way to purchase a motorcycle in Portland when I mentioned I had seen something on-line. The gallery is fun! It is well lit and spacious without being too echo-y. It is not gigantic, although it is bigger than it looks from the sidewalk. There were several people there when we arrived, looking through the artwork and yet it didn't feel claustrophobic, yay! I also have a bit of a thing for quality customer service. I do not care for pushy, but I also do not want to feel I am some sort of an imposition by being there. Especially when you are talking about something as personal as artwork, and again when there are several potential clients who wandered in at the same time, that can be a tough situation to manage. The gals at The Attic handled it beautifully. I felt seen and acknowledged from the moment we walked in. Yes, I had to wait my turn, fine. When it was my turn, they could not have been more attentive, informative and appreciative. I ended up not purchasing either of the pieces by Earl Hamilton that I had found on- line. Instead, I purchased a completely different one by him that I absolutely love! I will also say I think I showed wild amounts of restraint by not buying several other pieces I fell in love with that day...at least not yet... ; ) The Attic knows their artists. They know their inventory. They love what they do. How cool is that? I will inevitably be back. Visit their website and/or their gallery. I believe you will thank me.

This was not a good experience from beginning to end, but I am not going to give them a bad rating,…read morebecause I think it was just a anomoaleric comedy of errors. They have a very large selection of artwork in a variety of medias. If you are purchasing something through their online portal, I would advise calling to make sure it is still available.

Tom is a committed artist who is passionate as much about his community as his art. Rich in…read moreexperience from his extensive travels, his work reflects maturity that can not be calculated. He is masterful at connecting both people and colors. He "owns" a special hue of yellow, even! He and his wife Leslie own and operate a gallery in downtown Vancouver that should be the first stop on the First Friday Art Walk. Above & Below on the corner of Main and Evergreen.

Tom's work is outstanding on many levels but the hidden depth of his process that only he can share…read morewith you when explaining each work might be the most important piece to soak in and let simmer as you admire them.

What a great local,gallery. Wonderful selection of art all at affordable prices. Well worth a…read morelong visit.

I was pleasantly surprised to find a wide-array of art and price-ranges in this shop. I noticed…read morethey had some lovely ceramic pieces (pitchers, bowls, mugs) for under $50. They also had some very reasonably priced original paintings. This is just the kind of shop you've love to see in downtown Vancouver and the perfect place to visit after you've enjoyed lunch at one of the local resturants nearby.

This Gallery is dusty. Literally. (Some of) The work is decent; however, in my opinion, the display…read moreis tired.

Our daughter has been going to Norris Arts every week for 6 years, and we finally understand the…read moremagnetic pull to Ted & Anna's studio! My husband and I enjoyed a date night lesson last night and IT WAS SO FUN!!! Can't wait to return in 2 weeks for a glazing lesson and to be in community with creatives. It made all the heavy stuff fall away for a couple hours! Ted was an amazing teacher and so patient and encouraging. We're hooked!!

If you are looking for a fun and relaxing way to unleash your creativity, I highly recommend Norris…read moreArts. I took a class (well technically two in a valentine's day special class which was an amazing value) there over the last 2 weeks and I was amazed by how much I learned and enjoyed. Ted is not only a talented artist, but also a patient and inspiring teacher. He showed me how to turn a lump of clay into a beautiful bowl, step by step, with clear instructions and helpful tips. He also encouraged me to experiment with different shapes, textures, and colors, and to express my own style and vision. He made me feel confident and proud of my work, even though I had no prior experience with pottery. The studio itself is a cozy and inviting space. There are plenty of tools and materials to choose from, and everything is clean and organized. The atmosphere is friendly and supportive, and you can chat with other students or work quietly at your own pace. Ted is always there to answer your questions, offer feedback, or just share his passion for art. He creates a stress-free environment where you can relax and have fun. I had a wonderful time at Norris Arts, and I can't wait to go back for another session. I learned a lot and brought home multiple unique pieces of art that I love. It is a hidden gem in the Camas and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try something new and creative.

Really love this gallery for cool local artists. We 'discovered' David Friedman at this coop last…read moretime we visited Portland. This time we were thrilled to get a beautiful painting by Michelle Purvis and discovered the amazing textile works of Kim Tepe. We wished they were better at packing and prepping pieces for travel- they had only enough to tape bubble wrap to the front of our purchased art piece and had to tape it directly to the frame as well.

Of all the fabulous shops on Alberta Street - and there are oh so many, - this gallery/art shop is…read moremy favorite. There were so many art pieces there when I visited that I loved. Of course, on any given visit, there would be different local artist's works exhibited, and there's no guarantee that some or any works would appeal to me (or to anyone, on any given day. Art is so subjective, and the featured artists here change regularly). I was just lucky that I loved so many pieces of art when I visited. There are many things I loved about this gallery: they showcase a wide range of artistic works, from photographs to paintings to sculptures to glassworks to artisan hand-made jewelry and more. All the artists are local. All the art pieces are for sale. There is a huge range of prices for the works, so there really is something for any budget. (Note: when I was there, there were postcards and small prints with the featured photographer's works on them, and these were super reasonably priced). And best of all, you can often chat with the artists who are there! I loved the fact that the featured jewelry maker was there, and she talked about her inspirations and her artistic process. It was fascinating (and she was super talented - and nice to boot!). I love supporting local businesses and local artisans and artists, and this gallery checks all the boxes.

Incredible shop! We finally stopped in after driving by for so many years. There are so many…read moreamazing pieces, you will definitely find something you love. I walked out with an Owl but couldn't stop thinking about the cool Aliens so I had to send my boyfriend back to pick one up. The craftsmanship is incredible and worth every penny. Owner is very friendly as well!

Always has a great selection of awesome carved items Bears,…read moremoose, beaver, fish, Sasquatch , wolf, etc etc Just one photo have many more Priced right , and great on helping out and select out goodies

Nina and I stopped in here today after picking up our theatre tickets at the box office. The…read moreownerwas right in the midst of rehanging some paintings that had been in a show at McCall House in Jacksonville. She told us she was going to be closing at this location after this season ends. She has a strong online presence and she will rent a space in the Railroad District that will be open by appointment only. Nina and I looked through the gallery. There were some Ken Standhardt pottery pieces, lots of paintings and other wall art and some jewelry. There were three interesting wall pieces, wood framed stacks of granite or marble topped w/ bronze sculptures of wildlife. I didn't ask their price, but they were attractive. I saw a necklace made of malachite and cloissonne beads and was immediately interested, as I have a malachite necklace I had put together a few years ago and the malachite has grown dull. When I asked her the price she told me she had made it years ago and the it was marked down considerably because one of the malachite beads had split. I said I'd take it and she hunted carefully for the broken bead so she could show it to me. She said I could glue the bead and I might, but if it's that hard to find I probably won't. Nina found a ceramic cup that's made by the same potter as some others she had bought at the original location. Because she was paying cash she got a 10% discount.I'm sorry Adelante! is moving from Main Street, but in its current location it gets often overlooked by passersby.

From the owner: Specializing in fine quality Western and Contemporary Western artwork created by national award…read morewinning artists. Representing Painters, Bronze Sculptors, Photographers and Mixed Media Artists.

Located on the Main Street in Troutdale, Also Arts (formerly Infusion Gallery) showcases works from…read morelocal artists. What makes this gallery unique is that they are part of Adult Learning Systems of Oregon (ALSO) program and most of the art they showcase was created by their students. From their website, Also Arts "is a foundation and pillar of ALSO's programs and services committed to the full inclusion of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We believe in providing accessible art opportunities, training, expression, and production." Their goal is to provide life skills and opportunities so that all people are fully included and productive, participating members of the community. Independence is key. How can you not love and support that mission! The gallery is spacious with vibrant art of many mediums adorning the walls and tables. The art spans many mediums - water color, acrylic, glass - to name a few. You can purchase originals and they also have prints and greeting cards. Since we all only have so much wall space, I find that buying the greeting cards and framing them allows me to find a spot in my home while supporting the artist. Plus, I use them for birthday, anniversary or any occasion cards and the recipient can then keep and frame them. The artists who are collaborate with Also Arts donate a portion of the sale back to the organization to further support and expand the reach of this foundation and help other artists express themselves. in addition to displaying art, they have a studio in the back where they teach the students. Also Arts participates in the First Friday Art walk, but no need to wait for a Friday to visit. They are open 10-5 Tuesdays-Sunday. Visit them while you are exploring the charming downtown area of Troutdale. Or if you are heading to the Gorge, plan a stop in Troutdale to have lunch and visit the galleries and boutiques along the way

Infusion Gallery is an Adult Learning Systems of Oregon, Inc. (ALSO) program. (www.alsoweb.org)…read more The gallery consists of local artists infused with people they support. They have over 20 artists at this time from the Pacific Northwest that showcase mediums from bronze to glass and everything in between. Artists collaborating with Infusion Gallery display and sell their artwork to help raise awareness of ALSO, as well as donating a portion of their proceeds to help support ALSO. (Their brochure explains it better than I can) It's a fantastic idea and the art is just superb, eclectic and marvelous. The Art director, Parris Foley is very supportive and so enthusiastic about this art gallery project. They've been here for about a year and I wanted to make sure they were added to Yelp!