Community Nonprofit Art Gallery
Gresham, Oregon
Mon - Fri | 10am - 5pm
Sat | 11am - 2pm
Art Exhibitions
Fall Reflections
Gresham City Council Chambers
1331 NW Eastman Pkwy
August 31, 2026 - November 20, 2026
Mon - Fri | 10 AM - 5 PM
Special Saturday Openings (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM): September 12, September 26, October 10, October 24, and November 7
Show Description:
Dear Art Lovers and Community Members,
The Gresham Area League for the Arts invites you to experience our upcoming autumn exhibition, Fall Reflections. Come dive into a world of autumn color and connect directly with the imaginative local minds behind the artwork. This showcase explores the dramatic transitions of the season as a bridge between cultural heritage and the human experience.
Featured Events and Dates
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Artist Reception: Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Come celebrate creativity, enjoy refreshments, and mingle with our featured creators. -
Art Talk: Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Join us for an engaging discussion about the stories and inspirations behind the exhibit. -
Education Saturdays: September 12, 2026 & November 7, 2026
Thank you for your interest in purchasing a work of art from GALA. For information about the show or to initiate a purchase, please email us at curator@galaarts.org. If you have completed the Art Purchase Form, your responses will be reviewed by the GALA Curator to finalize the sale. Should you have any questions or require assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to us at the same email.
 Saturday EducationGALA President Cindy Cossu introduces Donna Stevens. |  Saturday EducationStudents work with pastels. |  Saturday EducationSaturday Art Education is a blast! |  Saturday EducationDonna Stevens describing her creative flow. |
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 Saturday EducationCurator Hoan Tran works with guests. |  Saturday EducationCommunity engagement at GALA |  Saturday EducationFinished pieces. |  Saturday EducationSunflower |
 Saturday EducationDonna guides artists through the activity. |  Saturday EducationWonderful! |  Saturday EducationPenny Wilcox introduces herself and the class. |  Saturday EducationOur educational events are a great way to connect with local artists. |
 Creative LearningStudents learn new crafts and techniques. |  Inspiring EducatorsPenny recites the poem and artists respond to it with creativity. |  Join Us Next TimeCheck out our up coming events page to see what future topics Saturday Education will cover and sign up! |
Juried Show "Excellence in Art" Awards
The 2025 esteemed juror was Associate Professor John Hasegawa. An acclaimed ceramic artist, multi-media expert, and Associate Professor at Mt. Hood Community College. He had the important job of evaluating all the showcased talent, and curating the show.
Mayor’s Award – Craig Lauritzen | Latourell Light
Juror’s Award – Cindy Lenig Cossu | Abstract Whispers of Wisdom
Viewer’s Choice – Patti LeVan | Hawaiian Turtle
Honorable Mention – Natasha Rezvani | Ian at the Gordon House
Congratulations once more to all of our award winners and participating artists!
Videos of past shows
Missed out, no worries! Below are snippets from prior art exhibits.
Come see what all the wonderment is about.
GALA Student Art Talk
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