“Bodies In Motion”
Multidisciplinary Installations and Conceptual Photography In July at Milepost 5
With a diverse menu of works exploring movement and creativity, Milepost 5 presents the opening of two new gallery shows, the continuation of a third show, a free Shakespeare performance by Post5 Theatre, and an opportunity for guests to explore the work of our 150+ resident creatives during Artist Open Studios. Join us Friday, July 6th from 6-10 p.m. Food and drink available in our onsite restaurant.
EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Friday, July 6th, 6-10 p.m.
Venue: Milepost 5 (850 NE 81st Avenue). Street parking only.
Cost: Free of charge
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OPENING THIS MONTH
Stillness Loves Dancing
An Installation by Nada Katz
Denizen Gallery (The Studios)
Show runs: July 6th-28th
Gallery hours: Weds-Sat, Noon-6pm, or by appointment
This interactive exhibition features paintings by Nada Katz, accompanied by dance performances, sound pieces and poetry created by other Milepost 5 residents, inspired by the paintings in the exhibition.
Photographic Stories
Fine Art Photography by Soumya Jayaraman
Gallery 5 (The Studios)
Show runs: July 6th – September 1st
Gallery hours: Weds-Sat, Noon-6pm
Soumya is a fine art photographer based out of Portland who focuses on conceptual portraits. Using tones, colors and poses, she sets a mood that is both surreal and contemplative. She stages her pictures to convey a sense of storytelling. Photographic Stories will showcase a range of her works, both portraits and self-portraits. Prints will be available for sale (prices vary).
STILL RUNNING
Weapon World
An Art Exhibit By Ricardo Herrera (“Exo”) & Jeremiah Beale
MP53 (The Lofts)
Show runs: June 1st – July 28th
Gallery hours: By appointment (open to public during First Friday)
Exo and Jeremiah Beale’s installation is an exercise in the theory of the Evolution of biological complexity through a rigorous process of elimination. Their work creates an environment where science, space and chaos exist side-by-side in a world of invention and imagination.
POST5 THEATRE PRESENTS:
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Friday, July 6th, 7 pm
Milepost 5 Courtyard (The Studios)
After enjoying the art on display, bring your picnic dinner outside to the courtyard and watch the show! After the success of last year’s debut Romeo & Juliet, Post5 are expanding their programming this summer with both A Midsummer Night’s Dream (June 29th – July 20th) and Henry IV Part 1 (August 17th – September 8th). This year they will also premiere the first-ever Portland Outdoor Shakespeare Festival, featuring nine productions by six local classical theatre companies. Click here to support the festival’s fundraising campaign on IndieGoGo. Click here for more information on Post5 Theatre.
OTHER EVENTS
- The Creative Advocacy Network and KZME Radio will be hosting information tables in the gallery.
- Milepost 5 artist Carly Rice is one of 20 artists selected for the Portland Artists Kumite, with voting taking place until July 7th.
- Milepost 5 artist Jae Burlingame will be showing his work at The Gallery Zero through July 28th as part of “The Big-Ass Graphics Show.”
