Arts and entertainment in Portland, OR

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Enter Laura Russo Gallery and be transported to an artist's paradise. The setting is clean and designed to move you from one work to another, letting the work tell its own tale in its own time. And what artists they are—Carl and Hilda Morris, Michael Brophy, Paul Green and Laura Russo's uncle, Michelle Russo, just to name a few. To her credit, owner Laura Russo strives to maintain a sense of history in presenting regional art from all eras, not just the cutting edge. This is a perfect stop on any shopping or dining excursion in Northwest Portland.

Augen Gallery is a smaller shop carrying fine art created by both local artists and well-known national and international artists in a very non-traditional setting. Owner Bob Kochs is friendly and talkative and is willing to share his immense knowledge about the work he carries in his gallery and any other subject of interest. All the pieces here are artfully displayed, yet the environment remains casual. It is the perfect place for browsing on a leisurely day.