About BLACK MATTER Salon Exhibition
Black artists living in Oregon are invited to participate in a salon-style group exhibition presented by Art in Oregon at Studio 516 in Portland’s Pearl District in June–July 2026.
This exhibit occurs in conjunction with the 8th iteration of BLACK MATTER—a curated exhibition of Black Oregon artists presented by invitation at Blackfish Gallery (June 2026).
The goal of this exhibition is to expand the BLACK MATTER Family by welcoming emerging and established artists to share work in a vibrant, salon-style show celebrating the breadth of Black artistic voices in Oregon today. It’s an opportunity to be in creative conversation and community with each other.
Artists are invited to bring 1-2 artworks that speak freely in their own voice—whether exploring identity, abstraction, joy, memory, experimentation, or imagination.
Exhibition Dates: June–July 2026
Opening Reception: June 4, 5–9pm
2nd First Thursday: July 2, 5-9PM
Juneteenth Event: post-panel party at Studio 516, live music and catering
Closing Reception: July 16, 5-9PM
How to Participate:
Submit a simple digital form (visit website link below) and bring 1-2 artworks to the studio during scheduled drop-off days. Max artwork size is 36″ x 36″. Must be ready to hang. Artists keep 80% of artwork sales.
Artwork drop-off days at Studio 516 (516 NW 14th Ave, Portland):
- MAY 14th, 5:30-7:30PM
- MAY 15th, 2-4PM
- MAY 16th, 11AM-1PM
Eligibility:
Open to Black artists living in Oregon. (Must be at least 18 years of age.)
2D work in any media preferred. Limited space for sculptural work. Open to writing, music, performance. No video at this time.
More Info
https://www.artinoregon.org/calls-for-art
Salary
NA
Location
Portland
Opportunity Region
Local
Commitment
Non-Applicable
Contact Email
connect@artionregon.org