The Corvallis Arts Walk continues to, probably unintentionally, expand the mediums and dialectics on display – and if that sounds eclectic, it is. Social conscience visits as well, see the talk at The Arts Center and what’s happening at Living Studios.
Most locations will be open from 4 to 8 pm, Thursday, May 21. And, also, fae-folk, there are promises of fae-folk. Here’s what’s where for this month’s CAW.
Art in the Valley, 209 SW 2nd Street
Tag Sale – Miniature Paintings by Jana Johnson. Discover the intricate world of miniature art in this captivating show, where tiny masterpieces are painted on repurposed, thrifted tags. Prepared with gesso, front and back, a range of mediums—oils, or watercolor and gouache, or graphite—were used as Jana Johnson brings to life landscapes, florals, birds, still life, and portraits in stunning detail. Framed and varnished, each piece, small yet mighty, invites viewers to explore the beauty of the everyday in miniature form. Experience the charm of these intimate artworks and the skill required to create such engaging scenes on a small scale.
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The Arts Center Main Gallery, 700 SW Madison Ave, Open 4-7 pm
The Frimpong Case. Vincent Frimpong uses mixed media installation to confront social and environmental issues caused by the massive amounts of textile waste produced by the western world. Specifically, the featured work in The Frimpong Case, “A Common Hope for Tomorrow”, was created using shoes that would otherwise end up in West African landfills. The project employed friends and family living in Ghana and showcases the human hand as a tool to explore what it means to be an African. 6 pm Expert Panel Discussion on the social and environmental strains caused by textile chains, both on a local and global scale. Arrive early to experience the exhibition. Food and drinks will be provided.
Panel members include: Leslie Davis Burns, Ph.D. — Former President, Responsible Global Fashion LLC and Professor Emerita, Oregon State University, Dazie Carnes — Vina Moses Center Volunteer Manager, Tiga Evans — The Cat’s Meow Thrift Store Manager, Ann Morey Ross — The Arc Thrift Stores General Manager
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The Arts Center Corrine Woodman Gallery, 700 SW Madison Ave, Open 4-7 pm
Landscapes Reimagined. Through layered compositions, Philip Stork explores movement across space and time. His abstract landscapes emerge from imagination while drawing from the colors and environments he’s encountered through travel.
The Arts Center Corrine Woodman Gallery II, 700 SW Madison Ave, Open 4-7 pm
ACT/EASA Art Show. In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, ACT/EASA participants exhibit beautiful works of art as a form of self-expression.
Billy Biondi Fine Arts, 425 SW Madison Ave, Suite B-159
Billy Biondi Fine Art offers colorful abstract paintings, drawings, and prints by the artist.
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The Corridor Gallery – LBCC Benton Center, 757 Polk Ave
Figuratively Speaking. An exploration of figurative form in clay — where gesture becomes language and form becomes voice. An exhibition of work by Niya Lee’s Winter 2026 Figurative Sculpture class.
Corvallis Foundry Gallery, 257 SW Madison Ave, Suite 210
Feathered Friends by Alycia Helbling. With 20 years of experience as both an artist and art educator, this collection reflects a deeply personal season of listening, learning, and wonder. In Helbling’s current “bird era,” the artist is drawn to the details and nuances of our feathered friends—their songs, movements, and presence, which have brought Helbling peace, creativity, joy, and a deeper sense of being present. Through pastel, watercolor, acrylic, gouache, colored pencil, and ink, each piece honors the beauty and spirit of birds while sharing the delight they bring into Helbling’s life.
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Corvallis Guitar Society, 425 SW Madison Ave, Suite b-113
Music at The Plaza. The Corvallis Guitar Society is a non-profit dedicated to guitar performance and education. It offers free monthly concerts by renowned guest artists as well as free lessons and opportunities to play with others.
Corvallis Museum, 411 SW Second
MUSE: Art Grows Here. A celebration of rural arts organizations. The evening will feature multiple artists from around the region, hands-on activities for kids, special beverages, and live music. Stop by for a creative time.
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Adrienne Fritze Art Studio 460 SW Madison Ave, Suite 12, Second Floor
Incompletions & Disappointments (part deux) – “We almost didn’t show you this.” Unfinished work. A theatrical cape that never found its occasion. Stained glass stopped mid-cut. Paintings and Extreme Collage™ abandoned mid-thought. One piece pulled straight from a dump bin by a partner who saw something the artist had stopped seeing. The show asks two questions. What does an unfinished piece mean to the person who made it? And what does it mean to someone who loves it anyway — or never thought it was broken to begin with? Returning for a second month. New artists. New pieces. Some works rotate out, others arrive. Two desks invite you to answer back. What have you almost thrown away? What do you call finished, and who gets to decide? Leave a note. Leave a story. Leave nothing at all. There are no wrong answers. That’s rather the point.
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Fae Realm Productions, 425 SW Madison Ave, Suite B133
Fae Realm Productions says they’re thrilled to participate in the Corvallis Art Walk as part of The Plaza. Catch them fluttering about the space in full fae fashion. They invite folks to stop by their Shoppe downstairs to check out handmade jewelry, up-cycled accessories, and wellness products.
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Idyll Hands Tattoo & Art Studio 460 SW Madison Ave, 2nd Floor, Suite 15
Come see handmade art and weirdness at an active tattoo studio. Signs and placards, multimedia/3D canvases, miniatures, dioramas, collages, and more.
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LBCC Chinook Hall Gallery, 931 NW Reiman Ave
Student Artist in Residence Show. Each year, two advanced art students are selected by the LBCC Visual Arts Department to create a body of work for exhibition in Chinook Hall on the Corvallis Campus. This year’s featured artists are Mika Winder and Daisy Zambano-Gomez. Winder, based in Albany, explores themes of feminism, horror, and surrealism through drawing, painting, digital art, and doll-making. Zambano-Gomez, a Mexican-American artist, examines sexuality, femininity, and self-expression, sharing her journey to inspire peace and acceptance in others. The exhibition runs through May 2026.
Living Studios Gallery at Cornerstone Associates, 1445 SE Crystal Lake Dr #101
Portland’s Pro-Democracy Movement. Kristen Magis is a Portland based activist who began creating sculptures based on her city’s unique approaches to democratic and peaceful protest. Her polymer sculptures depict scenes from the people and events she has experienced while participating in Portland’s pro-democracy movement.
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The Lonely Skein, 517 SW 2nd St, Suite 102
Denise Myers Ceramics. After getting her BFA, Denise worked in Education Design. Recently, she has been able to spend more time on her art- hand-built ceramic pieces. Some are tiles, some are sculptural, some are vessels. All are whimsical. Come check them out!
Moon Woman Studios, 425 SW Madison, Lower Level
They will be sharing May Flowers.
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New Morning Bakery, 219 SW 2nd Street
Abstract Conversations. William Gilmer is an abstract artist based in Corvallis, Oregon, who blends a rich graphic design background with a fresh approach to painting. William has spent over 30 years as a graphic designer, honing a keen eye for composition, color, and visual communication. His work is characterized by a mix of bold color palettes and dynamic forms. William’s art has been featured in numerous exhibitions across Corvallis, including local businesses, museums, and galleries. He aims to create pieces that resonate deeply with viewers, offering a space for connection through his vision.
Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd
Music and Nature by 12-year-old artist Reagan Gouedy.
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Olivia Rivers Art, 464 SW Madison Ave
Rivers shares her open studio and showroom for Carbony musical instruments at The Dragon’s Whistle. She paints vivid Celtic scapes, fantasy symbolism, and honors cross cultural depictions of the Goddess.
PashCo Studio, 425 SW Madison Ave, B181
Rock & Roll Art, Memorabilia, Collectibles. Vintage and original art from dozens of artists – concentrating on 60’s and 70’s music venues. Albums and other music collectibles to round out the showcase.
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Pegasus Gallery, 312 SW Madison Ave
Continuing a Celebration of National Poetry Month with Pegasus’ 22nd Annual Art & Poetry Exhibit in an ekphrastic exchange of images and words. In a 1956 speech, JFK famously noted, “if more politicians knew poetry and more poets knew politics, I am convinced the world would be a little better place in which to live”. In 1996 the Academy of American Poets launched an annual celebration of poetry every April. With a creative, academic and diverse community like Corvallis, the Pegasus family and friends jumped in and dedicated themselves to hosting that ritual of ekphrastic exchange. This year many locations in the community will be hosting similar experiences. Jump in! Contact different locations participating in the Corvallis Arts Walk (CAW) and express yourself or just look, listen and contribute your energy. Art is powerful. Words are powerful. You are powerful.
Terra Viva Gallery, 354 SW Madison Av
The Work of Anna Russell. Enjoy abstract painting, handmade ceramics, and artisan silversmith jewelry gallery for a captivating journey into the world of handcrafted elegance. Discover the beauty of meticulously crafted silver jewelry, each piece a masterpiece of creativity and craftsmanship.
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Treefort Children’s Boutique, 117 NW 2nd St
Sharon Gracen will be exhibiting her beautiful watercolors in the boutique space.
Underground Arts & Crafts Studio, 425 SW Madison Ave, Suite B153
Containers. Little worlds and wonders created by the UGACS art students, come see them in our containers show! Piñatas, terrariums, vessels and bags, we’ve made things that can hold things.
IG: @ugac.studio
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