5 Exhibits Not to Miss at Portland Art Museum

The Portland Art Museum is known for its variety. They have a collection of exhibits running right now that are not to be missed. From nuns to Buddha, PAM has something for everyone. Admission for adults is $20, seniors and college students are $17 and children under 17 are free.

1) Spiritual Pop - Corita Kent (August 13, 2016 - Jan 29, 2017)

Corita Kent, or Sister Kent, is a nun turned artist who was well known for her biblical screen prints in the 1960s. This series includes more than 50 prints that span her entire career. Kent defied the traditional gender roles proposed by her generation and her religious upbringing, and she did it in style.

2) Five Buddhas- A Korean Icon's Journey Through Time (September 3, 2016 - December 4, 2016)

This piece, originally collected in the 1970s by an eager Robert Mattielli while he was antiquing, was originally created in 1725. The Portland Art Museum will be holding a symposium to discuss the history of the piece as it relates to eighteenth century Korea on December 3.

3) Josh Kline: Freedom (July 23, 2016 - November 13, 2016)

Kline, an American artist born in the late seventies, is famous for his exploration of the ways in which technology, politics and activism can create a divisive power dynamic between the citizens and police. 'Freedom' explores the act of surveillance and voyeurism.

4) Photography: Contemporary Experience (August 27, 2016 - March 12, 2017)

Curated by Portland Art Museum staff, this exhibit explores the dynamic potential that exists when modern technology and photography come together. As time goes on and technology evolves, artists must adapt to the different ways in which art is modernized by the digital age. Some questions posed by this exhibit: What makes art, art? Does digitizing a photo make it lesser?

5) Apex: Arvie Smith (July 30, 2016 - November 13, 2016)

Born in 1938, Smith is known for the 'baroque' influence on his work. The content itself is shocking in nature-depicting violent scenes from slave times and dramatic Klu Klux Klan scenes. If you do choose to attend this exhibit, prepare yourself for a few shocking images.

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Photos by: Corita Kent, Joseph Kline, Arvie Smith--All photos courtesy of Portland Art Museum