Past Lives Makerspace

Don’t miss out on any of our amazing classes this month! Go on our website (linked in our bio) to sign up for classes.

Hello Portland creatives (and creative-curious folks! :) We’re excited to announce this event that’s open to one and all! Come join us for our Offline Art Social at Past Lives, 8/22 at 7pm!

What:
Step away from the screen and into a space where creativity and community come naturally. Bring your own project, join a collaborative mixed-media prompt, or simply relax and soak in the atmosphere while enjoying live, instrumental acoustic music. Whether you come to create, connect, or just be present, Offline Art Social is a place to unwind, make something meaningful, and share the experience with others. Food, drink, and art supplies available!

Writers, drawers, painters, knitters, stitchers, sketchers, and everyone else are welcome!

When:
7pm - 9pm
Saturday August 22

Where:
Past Lives Makerspace - Gallery
2808 SE 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
There is street parking and the parking lot kitty corner from our building is available.

How much:
Free for Past Lives members
$5-$15 sliding scale for general public.

Hey, fans of all things creative!! It's time for another First Friday at Past Lives Makerspace THIS Friday, August 7th, from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Come meet our featured maker — Past Lives O.G. Dixie Junius — where she'll be signing copies of her book of visual poetry, Circling the Start. She'll have all manner of art on show and available for purchase, ranging from paintings and uniquely patterned scarves to stunning mosaic art, including small wall hangings, pendants, and earrings. Dixie's art makes a wonderful gift for someone you love (including yourself!). There's lots of other art to browse in our Gallery, as well!

Plus, you can also make a craft to take home. We'll be playing with Rainbow Scratchboard, a fun and simple, doodle-friendly medium that's easy for anyone to enjoy!

About Dixie Junius

Raised in the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York, Dixie Denman Junius attended Hartwick College and graduated from Boston University. After pursuing a corporate career in Boston, she moved to Southern California, where she became known for her handmade paper and fiber art. Currently, in addition to her ongoing art practice, Dixie teaches intuitive watercolor and papermaking at Past Lives Makerspace, where she's a long-standing member.

Dixie's work has been featured by Van Vliet Gallery in a solo show: Mystery and Meaning. Her work has been displayed in other venues, including Red Trillium Gallery, Phoenix Rising Gallery, and DailyPaintworks.com.

Anhinga Press has published a book of her visual poetry, titled Circling the Start, featuring original works juxtaposed with digital glitches of her images.

Come join us for Figure Drawing at Past Lives this Sunday, 7/26

When:
2pm - 4pm
The 4th Sunday of every month!

Where:
Past Lives Makerspace
2808 SE 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
There is street parking and the parking lot kitty corner from our building is available.

What:

Come draw a model in clothes, or partially clothed, or in costume. There might be a vase, or an umbrella, or cat ears. We never really know ahead of time, but it's always fun and great practice. Bring a prop if you want and we might use it!

5 - 1 min poses
1 - 5 min pose
1 - 10 min pose
1 - 15 min pose
2 - 30 minute poses
=95 minutes plus breaks

We have small tables, chairs, and a couple easels available first come first serve. Come early to guarantee a chair and good spot. All unscented media is welcome - please bring a drop cloth if you are using something drippy and clean up messes if needed.

Doors will open 20 minutes before the session. You are welcome to come late or leave early if needed. Snacks and drinks to share are welcome. We will likely have some music in the background.

Non-members of PastLives will be asked to sign a standard waiver the first time you come.

No photography permitted without arranging with the staff and model ahead of time.

Sessions are:
$12 per session. Please bring extra to tip the model.
Art modeling is hard; we highly encourage tipping the model!
Sessions can be prepaid online or pay at the session (cash/venmo)
https://classes.pastlives.space/

Questions? Contact Kate at [email protected]

This Friday (and every third Friday!), you’re invited to the Past Lives Open Mic. Open to the public & all-ages!

A dreamy (third) space, built by those who attend, listen, and share each month. An ever-blossoming creative community, reminding us of the magic in comfort, connection, and play.

Participants get 10 minutes & all submissions are welcome. We have a house guitar, piano, and plenty of microphones. Sign-ups begin at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7pm.

Learn a new skill this summer! Make sure to stay updated on our class website!! We are always posting new classes and right now have an awesome variety to offer.

Take a look at our July classes! Sign up on our website (link in our bio) to learn a new summer skill! We are offering a wide variety including welding, blacksmithing, ceramics, stained glass, lampworking, forging, dyeing, and drawing.