08/04/2026
MEET THE VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION & GALLERY…
… whose mission is to be a bridge between artists and the community by supporting and encouraging artists at every stage through exhibitions, gallery sales, special events and, classes.
Learn more: http://valleyart.org/
AWARDED PROJECT - Tile by Tile: 60 years of Community Creation
*To celebrate our 60th year, Valley Art Association, an Oregon nonprofit, will launch a community clay project, titled "Tile by Tile: 60 years of Community Creation" a participatory art project engaging people of all ages and backgrounds.
*This project honors Valley Art’s roots. In 1966, twelve local potters gathered to celebrate each other’s creativity and dedication to their craft, with a vision to promote pottery and the arts within the community. Their pioneering spirit led to the founding of our nonprofit and the eventual purchase of our gallery’s brick-and-mortar home.
*By engaging people of all ages in making tiles, we continue this legacy by returning to its clay-centric roots and fostering community-centered art. Over several months, community members will be invited to create small clay tiles—featuring handprints, initials, or simple patterns—that will be fired, glazed and assembled into a permanent mural displayed at the gallery, either indoors or outdoors. This project not only fosters creative expression but also builds lasting connections by allowing individuals to leave a tangible mark on the gallery’s history.
8Tied to our “60 for 60” campaign, we aim to produce 60 tiles per month in honor of Valley Art’s 60th anniversary in 2026. The initiative will also serve as a fundraiser, with opportunities for participants to purchase or sponsor tiles through $60 donations, matched by community challenges.
*The completed mural will stand as a lasting symbol of community support, creativity, and collective (collaborative) ownership of Valley Art’s mission for generations to come.