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Summer Skate Deck Show (Day 2!)
Stop by ADX in the morning of June 7th for a pop up artist market, featuring local vendors, creative works, and unique goods for sale! Enjoy local music, stop by the food cart pod for lunch, and support your local artists by visiting our art market.
We’ll be keeping the opening weekend vibes rolling with a music show in the evening of June 7th in our freshly renovated lot space! Portland band, The Lxcals, have organized a killer lineup of Latino musicians and artists. Join for a high-energy show froim 5-10pm!

Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com

Summer Skate Deck Show (Day 3!)
Join us for the third day of the Summer Skate Deck Show and enjoy a lively thrift market by Thrifty Night Market!

ADX Community Night
Join us for ADX Community Night — a monthly gathering where creativity, collaboration, and connection come together under one roof. Whether you’re a long-time ADX member, a maker curious about the space, or someone just looking to meet like-minded creatives, all are welcome!
This free, casual event is an open invitation to come as you are and be part of our vibrant community. We’ll have complimentary food and beverages to keep the conversations flowing and the ideas buzzing. It’s a perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow makers, meet new people, and get inspired by the wide range of talents and projects happening across our space.
Visitors and ADX members alike are encouraged to share what they’re working on — from woodworking and metalwork to art, design, fabrication, and everything in between. Bring your questions about creative processes, get feedback on current projects, or just soak in the diverse experiences and expertise around you. No pressure, no formal presentations — just an open floor for friendly exchange and idea-sharing.
Whether you want to show off a piece you’ve just finished, get advice on your next step, or simply enjoy good conversation over snacks and drinks, there’s a seat for you at the table.

Curiosity Club: Show and Tell
Come to ADX to enjoy a playful evening coordinated by the Curiosity Club! Build a blanket fort, and snack on nostalgic goodies while you listen and participate in a show and tell with treasures from your younger years.
Free and open to the public!

Bread And Butter!
Join us at ADX on June 13th to enjoy fresh baked bread, butter (+non dairy options), and great company! All are welcome to this FREE event!
Bread and Butter is organized by KB+BA Architecture as an opportunity to gather to spend time as a community. Participants are welcome to enjoy fresh bread and partake in a sketch session with the group.
Recurring every second Friday of the month!

Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com
Kemet Light Media: Art Showcase
Join us on Friday, June 14th at ADX for an Art Pop-Up hosted in collaboration with Kemet Light Media! This showcase will feature original works from five talented local artists, alongside live music, delicious food, and a creative atmosphere that celebrates community and culture.
Whether you're an art lover, curious newcomer, or just looking for a fun event- all are welcome. Come support local creatives and experience an evening of inspiration and connection!

Thorough Cypher
Join us and @thorough_studio as we bring the dance community together in Portland’s first ever Cypher focused event. Bring your skills & energy to the circle, that’s it! All skill levels welcome- all dance styles welcome- all people are welcome. It will be a vibe- don’t miss it!
This is a spectator-friendly event.
Created and organized by @thoroughstudio, this is a recurring event every 3rd Friday of the month at @adxportland
7-10pm!! $10 suggested donation (all funds go towards future events and paying the DJ!)

Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com

Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com

5 Years In: A Pandemic Art Pop-Up
This is an open call pop up gallery show featuring local artists sharing their experience in the Covid-19 pandemic. Artists are encouraged to create art sharing their reflections on the progression and felt sense of the pandemic and where they are now.
Click here to submit work to the show!




Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com

Infinite Lives Infinite Stories
TICKET LINK
'Infinite Lives, Infinite Stories' is a 2-day popup interactive art installation presented by the Multiverse Collective at ADX Portland. Atomic Age aesthetic meets modern day nostalgia in this thought-provoking show. Guests can expect the unexpected as they journey through the gallery, obtain their keys, and unlock unique storylines in the Observational Hub (the Void). This intercosmic roadshow will teach participants how to harness their emotions to span connections across dimensions, but for two nights only. Background in Quantum Mechanics not required.
Open from 5-9:30pm on May 30th and 31st, timed tickets can be purchased in advance from the website. Hosted bar, 18+ event. Behind the Scenes : Conception
'Infinite Lives, Infinite Stories' is a continuation of 'A Modern Allegory of a Cave' (Barcelona, 2024) & 'Solarium' (Portland, 2023), interactive art pieces by interdisciplinary artist, James Knudsen. Infinite Lives extends Plato's Allegory of the Cave for the AI era by drawing parallels between the probabilistic nature of quantum physics and modern machine learning algorithms. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly ubiquitous, Infinite Lives poses questions like:
How do we trust what we see is reality?
What is the power of our authentic connections to others (and ourselves)?
How is existence rendered through our interaction with it?
In crafting this interactive show, James explores themes of escapism and surveillance/voyeurism through scientific curiosity and artistic expression. The Multiverse Collective, in the process of harnessing emotional energy, tailors their roadshow to the interplay between grief and nostalgia -- two of the most powerful, complicated, and highly resonant feelings. In the narrative, emotional energy is used to tie our current experiences to other multiverses, and thus alternate realities. The central motif of Infinite Lives is the use of vintage technology, specifically CRT TVs as portals, exposing what lies beyond as a method of palatable consumption. In doing the show, James hopes guest will leave with new points of reference for community oriented public art experiences.
Behind the Scenes : Featured Artists/The Multiverse Collective
Within the context of the allegory, the Multiverse Collective (MC) represents the individuals in charge of producing reality for show guests. In our timeline, the MC is represented by various visual and interactive artists primarily from Portland, but also from California, Germany, and India. The show contains approximately 20 installations from over 15 artists and community members. Contributions include but are not limited to textile art, sculpture, and mixed-media collage.
Among the artists, several members of the Multiverse Collective also play interactive characters within the show. The actors are responsible for both maintaining the functionality of the technology, enhancing show narrative, and helping participants look deeper within themselves. Led by the resurrected Schrödinger's cat, the MC uses their advanced understanding of quantum mechanics to build links of interconnected multiverses - calling into question the meaning of omniscience and the role of god in the multiverse. On Consumption: The production of a large event such as this relies on significant consumption of resources, energy, and time. While the vast majority of the props and technology used in the show are secondhand, many are not. James aims to have all feasible materials used in the show given a new life for low or no cost. Please contact James if you are interested in any pieces.

ADX LOT TRANSFORMATION!
With Funding from the Central Eastside Better Together Grant, ADX will be transforming our parking lot into a community gathering hub on May 24th!
We are calling on the community to help us out with mural painting, planting our garden, and creating interactive art elements.

Weekend Market
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com

Thorough Cypher
Join us at ADX for a dance cypher! All styles are welcome. Spectators are also welcome to join the fun! Recurring every 3rd Friday of the month.

ADX Community Night!
oin us for ADX Community Night — a monthly gathering where creativity, collaboration, and connection come together under one roof. Whether you’re a long-time ADX member, a maker curious about the space, or someone just looking to meet like-minded creatives, all are welcome!
This free, casual event is an open invitation to come as you are and be part of our vibrant community. We’ll have complimentary food and beverages to keep the conversations flowing and the ideas buzzing. It’s a perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow makers, meet new people, and get inspired by the wide range of talents and projects happening across our space.
Visitors and ADX members alike are encouraged to share what they’re working on — from woodworking and metalwork to art, design, fabrication, and everything in between. Bring your questions about creative processes, get feedback on current projects, or just soak in the diverse experiences and expertise around you. No pressure, no formal presentations — just an open floor for friendly exchange and idea-sharing.
Whether you want to show off a piece you’ve just finished, get advice on your next step, or simply enjoy good conversation over snacks and drinks, there’s a seat for you at the table.

Letter PDX Gathering at ADX
Join us Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at ADX from 5:30pm – 7:30pm PT. RSVP here.
While basic supplies such as paper, pencils, pens, and markers will be provided, y’all are encouraged to bring your own favorite materials. Fear not, though; this group is full of folks who are pleased to share if needed. That’s how we roll.
Can’t wait to see your faces, both familiar and new!

SoFar Sounds Concert
Experience live music like never before at this intimate Sofar show, where artists perform up close in a cozy, unexpected space. Featuring a lineup of talented local musicians spanning diverse genres, this event is all about discovering new music, meeting like-minded fans, and enjoying an evening of creativity and community. The exact artists and location are revealed shortly before the show, adding to the magic of the night. Bring your curiosity, your friends, and get ready to experience live music in a whole new way.
TIcketed Event! Get your tickets HERE

Weekend Market
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com

Bread and Butter @ADX!
Join us at ADX on May 9th to enjoy fresh baked bread, butter (+non dairy options), and great company! All are welcome to this FREE event!

May Gallery Show: Erin Robinson Grant: DE(Re)compose
Show opens: May 2nd, 2025, 5-9pm
Show runs: May 1st-23rd
Artist Statement: As a visual artist, I am interested in imagery that both embraces, but denies... entices yet disgusts. I find, from personal observation and lived experience, that the vile and the exquisite are a cyclical continuum that encompasses all of human experience. I strive to bring visual representation to not merely human events (sex, death, birth, consumption), but to reveal the ephemeral, un-mentionable quality of such experiences.
While it is true that these events are part of every being's existence, it would be wrong to assume the banality of such incidents. From birth to death, these events mold the individualistic nature of every human. However, it is also because of these shared experiences that one can identify with another outside of the self. Sex, death, birth, and consumption are not exclusive events encapsulated in time, but temporal experiences that ebb and flow. My artwork is a testament to this fact of existence in a cycle.
Life is not a binary experience. One does not simply experience happy/sad or calm/angry. Human experience is complex, subtle, and above all fleeting. My work strives to embody this, and reflect this essence back upon the viewer. By enacting the grotesque realities of life within the pictorial beauty of the hyper natural, I hope to encapsulate the transient idea of shared humanity.
Artist Bio: Erin Robinson Grant is a new media artist currently residing in Portland, Oregon. Originally from Indiana, Grant earned her BFA from the Cleveland Institute of Art and MFA from Indiana University. She has also attended the University of Tasmania in Hobart, Australia and The Burren College of Art in Ballyvaughan, Ireland. Her work deals with birth, death, and our abject responses to it. She explores these themes through an amalgamation of video, animation, drawing, installation, performance, and computer interaction. Grant has exhibited nationally at The Kinsey Institute and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Cleveland. Her collaborative video piece A Hunger Artist was chosen to be on the Shortlist of the first Guggenheim/You Tube Biennial and was featured in the exhibition Un/Conscious Bent at the Yellowstone Art Museum. Grant has exhibited at a variety of venues in the Northwest including Gallery 114, University of Portland, the Umpqua Valley Arts Center, Blackfish Gallery, PUNCH Projects, The Arts Center, Verum Ultimum, Lower Columbia College, and Central Washington University.
Portland Artists on Threads Meetup
Led by ADX Member Tim Giugni, Portland Artists on Threads Meetup is a gathering designed to bring artists interested in elevating their social media presence and connecting with fellow artists.
Free and open to all!

Thorough Studios: Dance Cypher
Join us and @thorough_studio as we bring the dance community together in Portland’s first ever Cypher focused event. Bring your skills & energy to the circle, that’s it! All skill levels welcome- all dance styles welcome- all people are welcome. It will be a vibe- don’t miss it!
This is a spectator-friendly event.
Created and organized by @thorough_studio, this is a recurring event every 3rd Friday of the month at @adxportland
7-10pm!! $10 suggested donation (all funds go towards future events and paying the DJ!)
DJ @unklechip

Bread & Butter with KB+BA Architecture
Crawl on out of your design cave—you are cordially invited to Bread & Butter, a monthly meetup for artists and designers looking to connect, share ideas, and unwind over fresh-baked bread.
Hosted by KB+BA at ADX (417 SE 11th Ave, Portland), Bread & Butter takes place at 4 PM on the 2nd Friday of every month. Whether you’re a seasoned creative or just dipping your toes into the art and design world, this is your chance to gather with like-minded folks, swap stories, and enjoy Brendan’s enthusiastic (and possibly excessive) bread-baking experiments.
Come for the carbs, stay for the conversation. See you there!

April Gallery Opening: Tyboe
Tyboe would like to cordially invite you, the entire universe, and all the other dimensional beings to the interconnectedness event of our space and time!
Join creation at @adxportland on April 4th from 5-9 pm for “Scientific Progress Goes Boeyink” - Inside the Transmogrification of tyboe: an interactive and immersive art gallery opening unlike any before, with a beats showcase from @foliagebeats , live (spray) painting with the artist, flow performances, face painting, art raffles, custom merch and so much more! In this show, tyboe hopes to inspire, motivate, and welcome everyone to the transformative power of creativity with the intent of raising the vibrational levels and feelings of interconnectedness for all involved.
We will embark on a journey through a brainstorm symposium of the artist, as he attempts to transmogrify himself into a higher vibrational being!
You will see his continual effort to condense and synthesize the information patterns hidden and seen all around us into a transformative art experience using: canvas, walls, ceilings, screens, projectors, lights, live music, performances, and you! Mark your calendars for April 4th, 2025 and take the plunge.

March Gallery Opening: Tobias Belew: The Garden of life and REliving
Garden of Life & Reliving
Artist: Tobias Belew
Opening Reception: March 7, 2025, from 5-9 pm
Location: Art Design Xchange (ADX) 417 SE 11th Avenue
The Garden of Life & Reliving is an intimate and poignant exploration of grief, growth, and self-identity. In this collection, Tobias Belew reflects on the profound personal loss of both his brother and father, weaving a visual narrative that honors their memory while navigating the challenging path of healing. Through 25 vibrant full-color digital prints, this exhibition invites viewers to walk alongside the artist on a journey of reflection and emotional growth. The works capture the delicate balance of sorrow and hope, offering sympathy and connection for anyone experiencing their own personal struggles.
A culmination of two years of introspective reflection, The Garden of Life & Reliving aims to provide a space for contemplation, emotional resonance, and support for those seeking understanding or solace in the process of grief. This show is not only a tribute to loved ones lost but also a celebration of the resilience found in embracing life's cyclical nature, finding new paths in times of hardship, and ultimately growing through the experience.
Join Tobias Belew for the opening reception on March 7th from 5-9 pm at ADX (417 SE 11th Ave) and experience the powerful blend of emotion, art, and reflection that forms the core of this remarkable exhibition.
Additionally, join Tobias in the digital realm and witness the opening of the artist’s digital gallery. Website details to follow.
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Craftin' & Smashin' [The Patriarchy]
𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐓𝐈𝐍’ 𝐍 𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍’ [𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘺]
•community building craft night•
for folks who 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐭 & 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐦
capitalism thrives on isolation. it keeps us alienated… from each other, from the land, from our own bodies, from the causes we care about & want to be part of. it forces us into competition, convincing us that survival is an individual pursuit rather than a collective effort. but we know better. i hope.
everyone i talk with is craving connection. not the fleeting, surface-level kind that modern society markets to us, but something deeper, intentional, interwoven. we long for a sense of belonging that isn’t based on productivity or profit.
𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘰𝘰𝘰 𝐥𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐭.
𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 your art, your ideas, your rage, your joy.
paint, sew, sculpt, write, collage, make zines, share skills, or just exist in community.
𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘣𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴 & 𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦.
𝐰𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.
@ 𝐀𝐃𝐗. 7-11.
𝘯𝘰 𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘴, 𝘯𝘰 𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘴, 𝘯𝘰 𝘧𝘢𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘴, 𝘯𝘰 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘣𝘦𝘴, 𝘯𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘴, 𝘯𝘰 𝘣𝘶𝘭𝘭𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘵.
𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞, & 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Winter Waters: Blue Food Forum: Ocean Art Xperience
Date: February 19th
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: ADX, 417 SE 11th Ave
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the beauty and power of the Pacific Ocean. This special event is part of the Blue Foods Forum, a featured program of @winterwaterspnw that highlights sustainable seafood, innovative coastal food systems, and ocean health awareness.
What to Expect
Immerse yourself in sustainability, conservation, and creativity with an inspiring lineup of workshops, ocean-inspired snacks, and a shared passion for our coastal waters.
Workshops Led by Talented Artisans:
🪵 Seacuterie Boards with ADX member @abby_ruston of Ruston Creations
📖 Book Making with ADX member @jesswernerartist
🖼️ Linocut/Block Printing with Sarah Sullivan
These hands-on workshops will spark your creativity and connect you to the artistry inspired by the ocean.
Why Attend?
This evening is more than just an event—it’s a journey into the heart of sustainable living and coastal conservation. You’ll leave inspired, connected, and filled with new creative energy.
Let’s celebrate our ocean and its endless inspiration together. See you at ADX! 💙

LOVE LIGHT
Date: February 13th
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: ADX Portland, 417 SE 11th Ave
Join us at ADX for a night of live music, dancing, art, and giving back to one of our favorite nonprofit organizations, Cada Casa.
🎶 Live Music & Dancing
Groove to the sounds of @blissermusic and @bradytucson, followed by a soulful DJ set from @dj_tasty_t. Bring your best moves and get ready to light up the dance floor! 🎧💃🕺
🍹 Drinks & Refreshments
Sip on cocktails and mocktails by @buzzedoutwest or enjoy a selection of beer, cider, and non-alcoholic beverages from @cascadelakesbrewingco, @portlandcider, @bestdaybrewing, and @polarbeverages.
🛍 Makers Marketplace
Explore an incredible lineup of local artists and makers, including:
Macrame by @fylfotknots
Artwork by @big_kid_amb
Ceramics by @milkmouth_
Decadent chocolate mousse by @goddessmousse
📸 Fun Activities
Capture the memories at our Polaroid photobooth, try your hand at live screenprinting, and enter to win amazing swag from our sponsors: Cascade Lakes Brewing, Portland Cider Company, Best Day Brewing, and Polar Beverages.
🌟 Supporting Cada Casa
All profits from this event will go directly to Cada Casa, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering the next generation through dynamic educational experiences, accessible athletic programs, and creative events.
✨ Don’t miss this heartwarming celebration of love, art, and community. Grab your tickets today (link in bio) and be part of this incredible night at ADX!
Let’s make it a night to remember while supporting a fantastic cause. See you there! ❤️

Gallery Opening: Human:Nature
Title: Human:Nature
Opens: February 7th, 5-9pm at Art Design Xchange, 417 SE 11th Ave.
Show Description: Human:Nature celebrates and reexamines our connection with the natural world and each other. Through representational and conceptual paintings, glass and ceramic vessels, digital and analog photography, linocut prints, and more, this group of artists explores what it means to live within a complex landscape shaped by human and natural forces, why modern society often separates those two entities, and how we can envision a brighter future.
Artists (alphabetical): Marco Acosta, Brian Denekas, Jenni Denekas, Aaron Horowitz, Rachel McKenna, B. Danielle Schulte, Anna Wilcox