Cloisters Gallery Current Show
“Sotto Voce” by Mark Mardon
Photographer Mark Mardon is a former neighbor and good friend of Westminster member Joanne Engels. Mark has frequently shown his work in our biannual art show, and four of his photos permanently hang in Room B below the sanctuary. He just moved to Portugal, but before he left, he gave this series of photo art to us.
Mark says, “I’m interested in those moments when a scene becomes more than light and shadow, people and place. When it reflects and exposes your secrets, your longings, the conversations you’ve had with yourself in the dark. They’re about the distances between what happened and what you carry forward—blurred and beautiful and impossibly heavy with everything you can’t quite say.” Come to the gallery and see Venice in a way different than you have seen it before. This show will run October 18 through November 19.
“In the Flow” by Jan Kurtz
Cloisters Gallery is pleased to present the work of Jan Kurtz. Her show, “In the Flow,” features work in multimedia, linocut, and collagraph and opened on Sunday, August 30. Be sure to visit the gallery to see Jan’s artwork. This show runs through Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Gallery Hours
You may visit the gallery Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon; Sunday mornings; or by appointment.
Neighborhood Vibes – A Call To Youth Artists Ages 10-18
The Biannual Westminster Presbyterian Church Cloisters Art Show is taking place this February 19 – 28, 2027. Youth artists ages 10-18 are invited to submit an art piece that depicts something special about the neighborhood they live in or participate in. What do you like about your neighborhood? Is there a pet that greets you often as you walk by? Maybe your best friend lives nearby? Is there street baseball or soccer going on routinely? Is there a big incredible tree that has fabulous fall colors? Ask yourself, “What makes this neighborhood special to me?” then share it through the artistic expression of your choice: painting, photography, sculpture, collage, etc.
Important dates:
- Intent to show by 12/15/26: Notify Sally Woolley via email that you intend to show; spots cap out at 40 participants, so notify early. (Contact info@westprespdx.org if you need Sally’s email address.)
- Catalog information due by 1/15/27: Submit your art piece title, short description, media, and size. Receive guidelines for art to be display ready.
- Deliver art piece, 2/16/27: Drop off in the Cloisters Art Gallery, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1624 NE Hancock, Portland, Oregon.
Art Studio News
The Cloisters Art Studio has moved! We are now located in the lower level of the education wing, just inside the doors at the 16th Avenue (elevator) entrance. We always welcome artists and artist wannabes using any medium to join us; just bring your own supplies. Our new studio hours are Wednesdays from 1 to 5 p.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Writing Group
We have a small peer group of writers working in various genres with diverse skills and experience who meet regularly. Contact the church office for more information.