Leading the development of Cannon Beach’s thriving art community, this historic gallery was founded in 1971 and was one of the first art galleries to fully integrate fine art and studio craft. Today the gallery continues to represent many talented artists working in the Pacific Northwest, highlighting original and handcrafted contemporary art. Showcasing the array of innovative styles being created in the region, works in painting, sculpture, and mixed media are featured as well as glass, clay, jewelry, wood, printmaking and photography. Representing both established and emerging artists, this boutique style gallery truly has something for everyone! Offering affordable pieces and an eclectic range ofRead More →

New Artist – Senja Antilla – Represented at White Bird Gallery Senja Antilla creates mosaics from reclaimed ocean-tumbled wood. Her materials come from houses that have slid into the ocean at Washaway Beach, North Cove, WA. The artist frequently visits the eroding beach to collect distressed wood. The assortment of wood used in her mosaics includes outdoor siding, inside walls, baseboards, door frames and window frames, as well as found hardware. The resulting artworks are contemporary compositions that recall time, history and the power of natural cycles. Senja Antilla is a native of Washington state who has been visiting Washaway Beach since the 1960’s. AtRead More →

Plein air is a term derived from the French expression “en plein air”, meaning “in the open air” and specifically refers to the act of painting outdoors. Cannon Beach’s popular “Plein Air & More” is a three day event which includes a Friday night “meet & greet” with the participating artists and gallery owners, along with a collaborative show of art work. On Saturday and Sunday, more than fifty artists, represented by Cannon Beach’s art galleries will be creating works of art on location throughout town and on the beach. Many will work in the traditional method of plein-aire painting, while others will sculpt, createRead More →