Monday, July 8, 2013

Fine Arts in Portland

By Robert Barnesy


Portland, Oregon, is one of the most artistically creative communities in the US. It happens to be one of the largest cities in the Pacific Northwest, and the largest town between San Francisco, CA, and Seattle, WA. Due to this fact, it is in a state of competition with these other 2 towns for a position as the most laid back city of the Pacific Northwest. Portland arts are a very specific and significant part of cultivating this laid back, solid atmosphere. As such, there are many art museums and fine arts in Portland to partake of, visit, all the while supporting local artists and the local communities of Portland. Below there is a list with some of the best art scene in the city of Portland to experience while visiting the city. Take a look.

Portland Art Museum

The Portland Art Museum is one of the best in the Pacific Northwest, with permanent collections starting from traditional, through Medieval, and up to current day art. There are oil, pastel, and watercolor paintings, as well as ceramic collections and a statuary. Rotating collections give a fresh feel to the museum, with featured local artists, as well as artists from all over the world, displaying paintings, sculpture, and photography. Adult admission is $15, children 17 years and under can enter the museum free. Senior and student discounts apply. Hours are Tuesday through Sun., open from 10 am to 5 pm. The Museum is closed Monday.

Museum of Contemporary Craft

This Portland enterprise is in cooperation with the Pacific Northwest College of Art. It outlines itself as a Portland arts center for expanding the definition, party, and creation of art. This is a location where not only can one visit rotating and permanent art collections, but one can do classes in a variety of inventive mediums from experts all around the world. The Museum also has regular talks and lectures on the subject of arts and crafts, engaging visitors, visitors, and the encircling community alike. Closed Mondays and Sundays, the Museum's hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm, and on first Thursdays till 8 pm.

Portland Opera

One of the more esoteric of Portland arts, Oregon's premier Opera performs many classical opera war horses each season. Also concerned is one more adventerous, contemporary opera per season which is for those that like to enjoy new experiences. Productions are regularly reviewed as first rate generally by spectators and critics alike. Info on current productions as well as pricing can be discovered online.

Portland Center Stage

Fine arts in Portland definitely must include some top class live acting. The Portland Center Stage theater is among the best places in the city to go see a great live show. Center Of Stage hosts performances across a good variety of genres, including comedy, dramas, and the classics. With experienced actors, the shows are of consistent prime quality. Where Portland Center Stage also shines is with its details that can be found thanks to proficient stage, backdrop, and costume designers. Going to see a show at the Portland Center Stage theater is a sure way to be entertained better than before.




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