Portland Creates 2025 Reception

Portland Creates finally came to a close on Friday, June 13 with around 60 attendees. We had a total of 85 artists and 129 submissions this year, doubling what we had last year, with various art types.

The attendees enjoyed light refreshments, music, and some came in their best attire. We gave out door prizes as well as a best dressed prize after making the announcements for the winners. Here are some pictures of the attendees, including some of the winners:

While waiting for the announcement, attendees had the option to create a unique page or two for our community art book. Take a look at some of the work of art we had:

These pieces will be compiled into a community art book and will be available to look at later this year. We want to take a moment to thank the community for their participation in this program and their steadfast support for all the things we do here at the library.

Portland Creates Reception 2025

You've created. You've submitted. You've voted. Now the long awaited reveal is here! Join us June 13 3:00-5:00pm to see whose been awarded a prize. Winners will be announced at 4:00pm.

Get your glam on and be the best dressed at the reception. If you impress us, you'll get a best-dressed prize! Enjoy light refreshments as you participate in the community art project during the event. The created pieces will be compiled into a community art book to be enjoyed for years to come.

We hope to see you there!

Portland Creates voting period ending

 In an effort to remind the community of when voting ends, we are posting about this last week before voting closes. Voting will last up until 2:00pm on Saturday, then this period of the program will conclude.

We are excited to tally up the votes and see which art pieces got the most votes! Stay tuned to hear about the reception where we will be announcing the winners of Portland Creates, as well as, offering our community art project!