Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Clackamas ESD Regional Art Show
2026-04-08 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-09 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-10 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-11 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-12 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-13 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-14 08:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 13455 SE 97th Avenue, Clackamas, 13455 SE 97th Ave, Clackamas, OR 97015, Clackamas, OR, 97015, United States
Join us in celebrating the extraordinary artistic talent of students in our region! Each year, Clackamas ESD presents diverse artwork from middle and high school students representing all 10 Clackamas County school districts in a juried art show and awards thousands of dollars in prizes at the art show awards ceremony.
We can visit the Art Gallery from March 30 to April 28, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday at the Clackamas ESD administrative building (13455 SE 97th Avenue, Clackamas, Oregon, 97015.

Three Rivers Artist Guild New Gallery Showcase
2026-04-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-14 10:00 - 16:00 | OR
The Three Rivers Artist Guild is opening a new gallery after a five year hiatus. Now in a new location! Come and see our first show at 455 Portland Ave., Gladstone, for a Showcase of Three Rivers Artist Guild member artists’ work. This new gallery will be open Thursday – Sunday from 10-4. Come and see this new show on Friday, March 27 – Sunday, April 26.

Healing Presence: Paintings by Claudia Dose
2026-04-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Willamette Falls Medical Center, 1500 Division St, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
A selection of intuitive, mixed-media paintings by Oregon-based artist Claudia Dose, currently on view as part of a Clackamas County Arts Alliance exhibition in a local hospital setting.
These works are created through a process of listening and allowing form to emerge, rather than planning or control. The paintings explore themes of inner movement, openness, and the subtle threshold between tension and release.
Placed within a healthcare environment, the intention is simple: to offer moments of pause, reflection, and quiet connection for patients, visitors, and staff.
This exhibition is part of a broader Arts Alliance initiative bringing original artwork into community spaces.

Stairwell Gallery: The Artwork of Marie Lo
2026-04-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Come view the paintings of artist and professor of Asian North American literature, Marie Lo. Her oil paintings invite viewers to think about how we represent the world around us, how we see ourselves, and how we preserve the stories that shape our identities. The exhibition will be on view throughout April during regular library hours. Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact April Younglove at 503-534-5667 or ayounglove@lakeoswego.city.

Art Group
2026-04-09 09:00 - 12:00 | OR
Calling all Artist and Artisans:
If you enjoy creating art but hate doing it by your lonesome, we have a group for you. Come join us Thursday mornings, 9:00 a.m. – Noon, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 822 Washington St., Oregon City.
Bring your own easel, paints, yarn, macrame, beads, paper, or basket weaving (or any other materials you can tote around), and come be creative in a welcoming community.

Knit Happens – A Monthly Knitting Circle
2026-04-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Cup of Tea, 10117 SE Sunnyside Rd, Clackamas, OR, 97015, United States
All knitters welcome—from first stitches to seasoned pros! Bring your yarn, your needles, and your creativity to our cozy tea house. This monthly gathering is all about slowing down, sipping tea, sharing projects, and getting to know your fellow knitters.
Come for the stitches, stay for the stories—together we’ll weave community, one row at a time.

Learn Pallet Knife Painting
2026-04-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Brush and Palette , corner of Jennings and 99, 4962 SE Jennings, Milwaukie, OR, 97267, United States
We are going to learn the art of palette knife painting -which is one of the best techniques to add texture and interest to your painting. I will have new source material to create from. This is a wonderful opportunity to observe other artists’ mediums, styles and listen to my guidance as artists render their paintings. For those who may not know~ I provide art guidance/critique for many local artists through the North Clackamas Arts Guild.
**This class fills up fast so secure your spot 🎨
(acrylic, oil, watercolor & mixed media)
Class Description flyer attached below.
Many students already have the supplies needed for painting or creating.
Bring what you have and we will attempt to utilize them. We share many supplies so please do not worry if you cannot find all the items. If you need a supply list please email me.
Required supplies: canvas no bigger than 16×20, brushes, palette knife, some paints, palette paper/palette, pencil, water or medium container, paper, and paper towels are necessary. I start right on time -and you will not want to miss the settling and release exercise. Please allow time for parking and setup 10 minutes.
Bring a lunch and drink, microwave and fridge available. Eat protein for energy.
Class Cost $100-this secures your spot.
Please provide mail a check to
My address is
Louisa Moutos
6032 Se Robhil drive
Milwaukie Oregon 97222
503.888.1184
Friday, April 10
10:00am-3:00 pm
Brush and Palette building
4962 SE Jennings Avenue
Milwaukie, Oregon 97222
You need to access the building from the cross streets SE Hull Ave.and Se Abernethy lane .The building is down Se Abernethy lane. Park in gravel areas. Use the ramp, I will watch for students as they arrive.
Please confirm your attendance as I set up a station for each student –
Thank you for your dedication to learning art as a group of emerging artists. -Louisa Moutos
Class reviews from current students-
During the last couple of years, I have taken several classes from Louisa: Beginning Watercolor, Mixed Media, as well as several of her one day offerings. Each class has been unique, well planned, and an opportunity for growth and development. Louisa is an excellent teacher. Class-time always includes both learning and doing and having fun. While taking classes I have not only improved my skills but more importantly my creativity has blossomed, and I feel more confident in both areas even if my pieces do not turn out as expected,
I am taking another class this term with Louisa and I am excited to work with her and learn from her, continuing my skill development and enhancing my creativity.
Susan B.
Louisa is the ultimate Art Painting Instructor! I say this because she is an amazingly gifted artist. She is a scholastic instructor with the ability to motivate and convey the skills and nuances of painting to the individual needs of each student. I’m new to oil painting and so very grateful to have Louisa as my instructor. She inspires me and I look forward to continue taking art classes under her expert guidance. LO Parks & Rec is lucky to have her as an instructor!
—Denise M.
Louisa’s watercolor class is the most insightful I have taken. Her passion and enthusiasm is contagious! She has taught me to understand color theory and various watercolor application techniques. As a class, we share our work with each other and Louisa provides positive and helpful suggestions. What stood out to me the most, is the one-on-one check ins and advice throughout the class. She is always kind and encouraging, asking if you would like help before offering it. She has inspired me to make watercolor painting a regular part of my life and keep learning! I would absolutely recommend to anyone who has been wanting to learn this craft to take her classes. I will be taking more of Louisa’s classes in the future!
Cathy
“Louisa Moutos masterfully nurtures both new and practicing artists in their craft. Her easy manner and passion for painting inspires everyone to take the journey in discovering and expressing their own style. Using examples from classic art, photography and everyday observations, she conveys the fundamentals of recognizing color values, shapes and composition, allowing students to engage their artistic eye and confidently approach any subject.
In this relaxed and encouraging studio environment, Louisa takes time with each student, providing helpful demonstrations on color mixing and brush techniques which benefit all learners to get their painting to the next level. I highly recommend Louisa’s class to anyone interested in learning how to paint or artists looking to work in a new medium.”
-Joy C
I never took an oil painting class prior to enrolling in Louisa’s class but really wanted to learn how to paint with oils. I learned so much in this class and had a lot of fun doing it. Louisa is a very patient and knowledgeable teacher, in addition to being a wonderful artist.
She incorporates theory, technique and even some art history into the class making for a very interesting and satisfying curriculum. But the best part is the hands on painting instruction that she offers and her keen eye for helping aspiring artists get the most from our canvas! I could see my paintings improve and my confidence grow with each lesson.
Elizabeth M.

Opening reception of Flour Power
2026-04-11 12:00 - 16:00 | 2029 SE Jefferson St., Milwaukie OR 97222, 2029 SE Jefferson St, Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
On April 3rd, Toolbox Gallery presents a historical exhibition tracing the life of Dorothy and Hurtis Hadley—trailblazing bakers, union members, and advocates for racial justice, craft, and community prosperity.
In 1977, the couple opened the Milwaukie Pastry Kitchen in Milwaukie, OR — marking the first Black-owned business in Milwaukie and the first Black-owned bakery in the State of Oregon.
Toolbox will showcase never-before-seen photographs, bakery equipment and even recipes, as the Hadleys take center-stage throughout April.
Celebrate the Opening Reception with us on April 11th, 12 noon – 4:00pm, with free Soul food. All are welcome!

The Bridge: Learn to Make Handmade Seed Paper!
2026-04-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn, Oregon, 97068
Create earth-friendly recycled paper filled with seeds ready for planting!
Earth Day is April 22nd, and we are focusing on earth-friendly creativity during this month. And what is more timely than making handmade paper (out of recycled scraps) along with wildflower seeds to create more beautiful habitat for birds, insects and us?
Join us at The Bridge to get your hands wet (literally!) as we take recycled paper pulp and seeds and turn them into something beautiful AND useful to our earth!
This event is FREE and all supplies are included. This event is hosted at a church but it is NOT a church event. There will be NO church talk; just a free community-building event that allows us all to take a break in our busy lives to do something that’s good for ourself and our community. We hope you will join us!

Milwaukie Creatives Meetup
2026-04-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Milwaukie Ledding Library, 10660 SE 21st Ave., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
Calling all Milwaukie artists! Come connect with other local creatives, make new friends and share ideas for future meetups, collaborations, or art events. This is a casual event, pop in anytime between 2:30-4:30. Light refreshments will be provided.
Sunday, April 12 2:30-4:30 pm
Milwaukie Ledding Library
-Hosted by Sheryl Riley, Sandra Alderman and Robin Phillips Occhipinti
We hope to see you! Please share this event.
