Gumbo specializes in local Portland Metro Area art and artisan items. Call us at 503- 287-0998 or stop by the shop, 3636 N Mississippi Avenue to see all the beautiful art of various Portland artists.
Paperwings Studio
Bruce Allison and Jill Mayberg
whimsical and eclectic paper-based art
Bruce Allison and Jill Mayberg of Vancouver, Washington form the humorous and beautifully-crafted work of Paperwings Studio. Each with their distinct style, Paperwings studio makes night lights, clocks, swtich plates, and magnets, all unique and colorful works of art and craft. Both whimsical and eclectic , Paperwings studio makes special works to brighten up your home. Visit their website for more product information and updates on their upcoming shows at http://www.paperwingsstudio.com.
whimsical and eclectic paper-based art
Bruce Allison and Jill Mayberg of Vancouver, Washington form the humorous and beautifully-crafted work of Paperwings Studio. Each with their distinct style, Paperwings studio makes night lights, clocks, swtich plates, and magnets, all unique and colorful works of art and craft. Both whimsical and eclectic , Paperwings studio makes special works to brighten up your home. Visit their website for more product information and updates on their upcoming shows at http://www.paperwingsstudio.com.
Textured Mixed Media
Julia Skerry
textured botanical mixed media
Julia Skerry's work is textured and intricate, and appears in many forms, as paintings, collage, photography and coasters. Julia is a graduate of Western Washington University, with a degree in Mixed Media. Her work largely features botanical imagery and shapes in soft hues on recycled pieces of wood. Found objects play a large role in Julia's work, whether it is the surface of the work or the delicate details. Visit Julia's website for more information at http://www.juliaskerry.com/ or find her on Facebook and Etsy to stay updated!
textured botanical mixed media
Julia Skerry's work is textured and intricate, and appears in many forms, as paintings, collage, photography and coasters. Julia is a graduate of Western Washington University, with a degree in Mixed Media. Her work largely features botanical imagery and shapes in soft hues on recycled pieces of wood. Found objects play a large role in Julia's work, whether it is the surface of the work or the delicate details. Visit Julia's website for more information at http://www.juliaskerry.com/ or find her on Facebook and Etsy to stay updated!
Collage Paintings
Marla Schroeder-Swade
art prints and paintings
Marla Schroder-Swade's neon collection of collage paintings combine photography and painting to form nostalgic and layered works. She uses local landmarks and imagery of Portland's vintage signs to both highlight and preserve local historical art. Both prints and cards of Marla's neon collection are currently featured at Gumbo. Visit her website for further information and to stay updated with current and upcoming shows at http://www.artbymarla.com/.
art prints and paintings
Marla Schroder-Swade's neon collection of collage paintings combine photography and painting to form nostalgic and layered works. She uses local landmarks and imagery of Portland's vintage signs to both highlight and preserve local historical art. Both prints and cards of Marla's neon collection are currently featured at Gumbo. Visit her website for further information and to stay updated with current and upcoming shows at http://www.artbymarla.com/.
Wearable Sculpture
Monica the Mask Maker
Masks and Sculpture
Originally from New Zealand, Monica is now a local resident of Portland, Oregon, specializing in magnificent masks and wearable horns. Goblin Art, which is the name of Monica's studio, is a fantastical artistic production, ranging from local presence to Hollywood appearances, most notable in The Wicker Man. At Gumbo, you can find Monica's wearable horns in all shapes and sizes, perfect for any occasion! Please visit Monica's website for more information and to stay updated at http://www.goblinart.com.
Masks and Sculpture
Originally from New Zealand, Monica is now a local resident of Portland, Oregon, specializing in magnificent masks and wearable horns. Goblin Art, which is the name of Monica's studio, is a fantastical artistic production, ranging from local presence to Hollywood appearances, most notable in The Wicker Man. At Gumbo, you can find Monica's wearable horns in all shapes and sizes, perfect for any occasion! Please visit Monica's website for more information and to stay updated at http://www.goblinart.com.
Etched Local Imagery
Aaron Trotter
Printed Portland Icons
Aaron's work is detailed and expressive, appearing in greeting card, playing card and performance form. The work features in Gumbo focuses on Portland Places, which is are detailed and candid views of our city. Aaron's newest work features decks of illustrated iconic Portland places, including the Baghdad Theater and Alberta Co-op. Visit Aaron's website at http://www.aarontrotter.com/ for more information and to stay updated with current events.
Printed Portland Icons
Aaron's work is detailed and expressive, appearing in greeting card, playing card and performance form. The work features in Gumbo focuses on Portland Places, which is are detailed and candid views of our city. Aaron's newest work features decks of illustrated iconic Portland places, including the Baghdad Theater and Alberta Co-op. Visit Aaron's website at http://www.aarontrotter.com/ for more information and to stay updated with current events.
Recycled Metal Art
R. Mackenzie
paintings on recycled sheet metal
The work of R. Mackenzie is bright and layered, made up of a combination of latex, acrcylic and enamel, and sealed with a marine varnish. The varnish makes the work indoor/ outdoor, giving you the choice of where to add some striking and rich paintings in your life.
paintings on recycled sheet metal
The work of R. Mackenzie is bright and layered, made up of a combination of latex, acrcylic and enamel, and sealed with a marine varnish. The varnish makes the work indoor/ outdoor, giving you the choice of where to add some striking and rich paintings in your life.
Fashion
May Johnson
handmade recycled garments
Originally from Nicaragua, May Johnson learned different braiding techniques and designed hats with local friends in Portland. After decades of experience as a seamstress and making fabric hats, she began to make hats out of various recycled plastic bags as gifts. At the age of 83, May was introduced to the Portland-based group Leave No Plastic Behind and began to exhibit her work and help to raise awareness around plastic bag usage. May says, " there is nothing that I can't sew," which makes her plastic bag-based garments both eco-friendly and genuine works of craft.
handmade recycled garments
Originally from Nicaragua, May Johnson learned different braiding techniques and designed hats with local friends in Portland. After decades of experience as a seamstress and making fabric hats, she began to make hats out of various recycled plastic bags as gifts. At the age of 83, May was introduced to the Portland-based group Leave No Plastic Behind and began to exhibit her work and help to raise awareness around plastic bag usage. May says, " there is nothing that I can't sew," which makes her plastic bag-based garments both eco-friendly and genuine works of craft.
Drawing
Martin Anderson
figurative urban landscape drawings and paintings
figurative urban landscape drawings and paintings
