The Linfield Art Gallery
Upcoming exhibits and artist residencies
Frank Kowing: Breathing the High-Altitude Ether of Discovery
Exhibition dates: Feb. 9 - Mar. 18, 2022
Opening reception: Wednesday, Feb. 16, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Experience the paintings, sculptures, and sketchbooks of Frank Kowing Jr. b. April 1,1944 – September 24, 2016.
From Impressionist to Abstract Expressionist paintings and from found-object assemblage to political satire, Kowing’s poetic authenticity was informed by a deep abiding connection to nature, a constant need to create, and a series of profound losses.
In his own words: “Deep communion with the mountains is as necessary to me as oxygen. Nature beckons hypnotically and one must give in to the call. Art dances in my eye with intimations of aninvisible power, much as the counterpoint of Bach rings in my ear. Form blurring into abstraction, a stern sense of fate, framed by a fearful symmetry – a lucidity beyond words. An obsession of a life.”
From the 2021-22 academic year
Recent exhibits
Theodore A. Harris: Art as Social Praxis
Theodore A. Harris: Art as Social Praxis
The late art historian David Craven was a world-renown expert in Latin American art and using art as an expression of cultural critique. “Art as Social Praxis” is an exhibition dedicated to Craven’s work by Philadelphia-based artist Theodore A. Harris. It features murals, a photomontage and a series of posters that confront the concepts of power and race structures through the lens of art and art history.
Lucia Torres: Xiuhmekatl
Lucia Torres: Xiuhmekatl
Lucia Torres is an artist from Mexico City who merges her two passions in music and photo embroidery with deep-rooted traditional Mexico City spirituality. “Xiuhmekatl” explores the relationship between women, community, art, music, healing, identity and cultural heritage through an interweaving of photo embroidery, music and more.
COVID policy
The health and safety of our guests, students, faculty and staff is always our top priority. We will follow all of the recommended COVID-19 health guidelines and requirements set forth by the Oregon Health Authority and Linfield University for every exhibit. Face coverings are required.
Gallery hours and information
Gallery hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 12 - 5 p.m.
Directions: from 99W, turn east on Keck Drive at the McMinnville Market Center in south McMinnville. Turn right at the first street onto Library Court. The art gallery is located in the second building on the left, Building B. Parking is available on the street and in the lot west of Nicholson Library.