Davis Wohlford (b. 1999) is a prolific, lifelong artist and the co-founder of North Pole Studio, a Portland-based progressive art studio. As a storyteller, Davis’s work is deeply influenced by the characters, stories, and fables that resonate with him. He brings these narratives to life through a diverse range of mediums, including sculpture, painting, and fiber arts, though he is perhaps most well-known for his vibrant, large-scale mixed media paintings. These works depict a vast array of interconnected characters and fantastical subjects who inhabit North Pole Jr., a self-constructed, multidimensional magical land that Davis has developed over time. His art is a window into this imaginative world, where whimsy and complexity coexist, and every piece is a chapter in an ongoing narrative. Davis’s approach to storytelling is not limited to visual arts. In addition to his work as a painter and sculptor, he is deeply engaged in re-imagining classic books and movies. His interest in narrative extends into playwriting, filmmaking, and animation, where he seeks to reinterpret familiar tales and offer them new perspectives. This multifaceted creative practice reflects Davis’s belief in the power of storytelling as a means of both personal expression and universal connection. Whether through the visual richness of his paintings or the dynamic exploration of narrative in his written and filmed work, Davis Wohlford’s art is a reflection of his boundless imagination and his desire to craft worlds that invite others to explore and find meaning in the stories he creates.

Doug Wing (b. 1955) is a lifelong artist whose creative practice spans across a variety of mediums, with a particular focus on photography and painting. Doug’s work is deeply rooted in his personal experiences, and his studio spaces—both at the Portland-based North Pole Studio and in his home studio in Canby, Oregon—serve as extensions of his artistic expression. The walls of his home studio are adorned with photographs documenting his life, while his collection of paintings fills the space. Even the door to his studio has become an ever-evolving work of art, reflecting the ongoing nature of his creative journey. Doug's abstract paintings often focus on bold blocks of color, deliberate lines, and carefully chosen letter combinations come together to evoke a sense of place and time. His compositions are a dynamic exploration of form and structure, capturing environments through a lens of abstraction. In recent years, Doug has expanded his artistic exploration into the realms of vintage and contemporary cameras, creating works that bridge the gap between photography, painting, and found-object sculpture. These multidisciplinary pieces investigate the history and technology of the camera, combining elements of art history, industrial design, and the artist’s personal history. Doug’s approach to these themes is both reflective and innovative, offering a fresh perspective on the intersection of art and technology. Through his diverse body of work, Doug Wing invites viewers to engage with both his artistic process and the ways in which everyday life can be transformed into meaningful, multilayered art. Whether through the abstraction of urban landscapes or his exploration of photographic technology, Doug’s art serves as a celebration of creativity, personal history, and the transformative power of visual storytelling.

Adam Richards (b. 1973) is an introspective artist whose creative practice blossomed in his late 40s, following his first exposure to a progressive studio space. His work is characterized by a meticulous attention to detail and a deep, personal connection to the symbols and shapes he uses. Working primarily with delicate drawing tools like graphite pencils and black ballpoint pens, Richards creates large-scale drawings on white paper, each piece woven from an intricate web of tiny, meticulously crafted symbols. These symbols, while largely abstract and personal, hold significant meaning to the artist, representing a language that is uniquely his own. Richards’ drawings often feature recurring motifs that carry deep personal significance. Objects such as a pin, baseball, sun, vehicles, and portraits of loved ones—along with his trusty "pooh bear"—can all be found nestled within the complex web of shapes, characters, and numbers that comprise each piece. These motifs act as visual anchors, grounding his work in familiar, sentimental elements, while the web of repeating symbols adds layers of mystery and introspection. In his more recent work, Richards has embarked on a brave departure from his earlier, purely detailed drawings. Experimenting with sunni ink, gouache, and soft brushes, he has begun to abstract and fortify his symbols, presenting them in bold new forms. This shift reflects his ongoing artistic evolution, as he seeks new ways to express both his personal narrative and the deeper meanings behind his work.

Annie Rose Macer (b. 1984) is an indigenous Mayan artist born in Boca del Monte, Guatemala whose work is characterized by a deep passion for pattern-making and a natural affinity for color. Annie Rose began honing her skills in childhood, drawing inspiration from Tibetan influence, creating intricate mandalas. This early exposure to symmetry, repetition, and vibrant hues laid the foundation for her distinct artistic language, which weaves together organic forms with geometric precision. Her art explores subjects that evoke personal joy, including the beauty of nature, organic materials like flowers, animals, landscapes, and a variety of line-based motifs. She merges these elements into visually dynamic compositions that celebrate both the abstract and the representational. Annie Rose's creative practice spans multiple mediums, including painting, drawing, and cut paper collage. She often repurposes discarded materials, such as paint swatches and painted paper, transforming these humble materials into thoughtful works of art. Her most recognizable pieces are her large-scale "paper quilt" collages, where she meticulously layers hand-cut shapes to abstract significant subjects, imbuing them with new meaning and visual complexity. These works demonstrate her talent for combining tactile processes with bold, striking color palettes, resulting in pieces that are both visually captivating and full of emotional resonance. Through her innovative use of materials and her ability to translate personal joy into visual form, Annie Rose Macer invites viewers into a world where patterns, colors, and organic forms harmonize to reflect both cultural tradition and contemporary artistic exploration.

Annie Rose Macer (b 1984)

Sunshine, 2024

Handcut paper collage

28 x 22 in

$930

James Enos (b. 1987) is a prolific mixed-media writer and illustrator renowned for his large-scale, self-constructed books that take place within his imaginative world, the "Kid Stuff Universe." Each of his books is a work of art in itself, meticulously designed and executed by James from start to finish. His extraordinary creative process involves binding, researching, writing, and hand-drawing illustrations, many of which extend into fold-out sections, reaching impressive lengths of up to 275 cm. Every story begins as a typewritten manuscript and is then illustrated chronologically, with each page unfolding a new visual and narrative element.  James’s books are more than just stories—they are tactile, immersive experiences. His narratives blend personal life experiences with influences from the pop culture of the late 80s and early 90s, picture books adapted from major motion pictures. His stories are full of humor, creativity, and an intuitive grasp of plot structure and syntax, often reflecting a wry, playful take on the world around him. Through his books, James explores a wide range of themes while creating a vast, interconnected universe that captures the wonder and nostalgia of childhood, filtered through his unique artistic lens. One of his most recent projects includes several volumes that are bound together into a single, monumental book, a testament to his commitment to both storytelling and craftsmanship. Through his work, James Enos invites readers into a larger-than-life world that blurs the boundaries between art, literature, and nostalgia, where stories are as much about the experience of creation as they are about the narratives themselves.

Austin Brague (b. 1998) a detail-oriented artist who creates work that captures the intricate beauty of urban landscapes and infrastructure across cities in the United States. Working primarily in pen and ink, Brague’s art reflects his fascination with architecture, iconic monuments, and complex transportation systems. His drawings are marked by a rare level of precision, paying close attention to details such as the exact number of windows on a skyscraper or the individual ties of a railroad track. This meticulous approach is paralleled by his careful tracking of the time spent on each piece, further underscoring his commitment to the craft. Brague’s subjects range from public and iconic buildings to cityscapes, industrial machinery, and transportation networks, reflecting the interconnectedness of urban life. His work strikes a balance between photorealism and the warmth of the artist’s hand, giving softness to the otherwise sharp, geometric lines of city structures and mechanical forms. While his subjects are rooted in realism, there is a fluidity in the execution that invites viewers to experience both the precision and the human touch behind each drawing. A key element of Brague’s artistic practice is his experience with a disability, which he credits for fostering an intense focus and discipline in his work. He draws inspiration from artists such as Stephen Wiltshire, whose own mastery of cityscapes has influenced Brague’s approach to capturing the urban environment with such dedication and care. Through his art, Brague invites viewers to reconsider the scale and complexity of modern cities, turning the everyday infrastructure and architecture into a study of form, detail, and rhythm.

Christopher Anders (b. 1962) is an American artist whose work serves as both refuge and expression, offering a unique fusion of whimsy, introspection, and autobiography. From an early age, art-making became Chris's sanctuary—a place where he could process his lived experiences and explore the complexities of his inner world. His artistic journey has been shaped by trials, self-determination, and resilience, leading him to develop a visual style that is as explosively psychedelic as it is deeply personal.  Primarily working in drawing media on paper, Anders combines impactful, expressive line work with a rich, vibrant color palette to create densely packed scenes that seem to pulse with energy. Each piece is a blend of memory and imagination, often layered with multiple themes that invite both reflection and discovery. His work touches on subjects as varied as farming, religion, politics, incarceration and music, while also venturing into the realms of fantasy landscapes and the electric interplay of sex and rock and roll.  Anders’s art operates in the space between reality and fantasy, where cultural references, personal history, and bold visual language collide. Through this potent mix of themes and techniques, he creates a dynamic narrative that invites viewers to engage with his journey on a visceral level, offering a glimpse into the colorful, complex world that exists in his mind. His work is a celebration of self-expression, resilience, and the freedom found within art to explore both the human condition and the limitless possibilities of imagination.