Upcoming Exhibits & Events
The mission of the Chronic Pain Project is to bring visibility to the invisible experience of living with chronic pain. With art created by people with chronic pain as a catalyst for conversation, the project educates the larger community while promoting communication and understanding.
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Art Workshop
April 25, 2026 (2-3:30pm PT) Tabor Space 5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR
Gina Nelson from Nurture 3 Healing will lead a hands-on workshop to explore chronic pain through a guided art experience.
Free Event, Donations Welcome
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The Art of Wellbeing
Join us for an online workshop!
May 28, 2026 (5-6:30pm PT/8-9:30pm ET)
Free Event, Donations Welcome
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A.R.T.S.
Artists Reconnecting Through Sharing
May 18, 2026 (5-6:30pm PT/8-9:30 pm ET)
A monthly, online gathering where artists can connect and share their art.
Free Event, Donations Welcome
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A.R.T.S.
Artists Reconnecting Through Sharing
June 15, 2026 (5-6:30pm PT/8-9:30 pm ET)
A monthly, online gathering where artists can connect and share their art.
Free Event, Donations Welcome
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A.R.T.S.
Artists Reconnecting Through Sharing
July 20, 2026 (5-6:30pm PT/8-9:30 pm ET)
A monthly, online gathering where artists can connect and share their art.
Free Event, Donations Welcome
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Illuminating the Invisible
The Beauty Behind the Pain
Mar 1 - May 29, 2026
Tabor Space 5441 SE Belmont, Portland, OR
Free Admission. Open Mon-Fri | 9am-4pm PT
“The Chronic Pain Project has given me a safe place to connect with others in a truly joyful way. Art has always been my refuge, my shelter, my solitude, and my peace of mind. Now, I use it to share my story and bridge the gap to others. Witnessing the artwork of my peers and exchanging feedback has been one of the most joyful experiences I’ve had the privilege to be part of. Art acts as a conversation piece that sparks mutual understanding and contagious joy. If I were a doctor, I would prescribe the Chronic Pain Project to every single patient.”
- ARTS Group Participant, Kailey
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Previous Exhibits & Events
April 11, 2026
Illuminating the Invisible Open House
Tabor Space, Portland, OR
January 8-February 20, 2026
SWCC Exhibit
6820 SW 45th Ave, Portland, OR
January 19, 2026
A.R.T.S. Workshop
Online Zoom
October 27, 2025
A.R.T.S. Workshop
Online Zoom
October 3, 2025
First Friday East Creative Artist Collective
East Creative Studios
Portland, OR
September 29, 2025
A.R.T.S. Workshop
Online Zoom
September 25, 2025
Calm Within the Chaos: Chronic Pain and Art
Gresham Council Chambers Auditorium, Gresham, OR
September 18, 2025
Prescription for Change: Two Sides of the Healthcare Story
White Oak Books
Vancouver, WA
July 1 - August 31, 2025
Illuminating the Invisible Exhibit
Vancouver Community Library
Vancouver, WA
August 26, 2025
A.R.T.S. Workshop
Online Zoom
February 16, 2026
A.R.T.S. Workshop
Online Zoom
August 17, 2025
NW Narrative Medicine Workshop
Vancouver Community Library
Vancouver, WA
March 16, 2026
A.R.T.S. Workshop
Online Zoom
August 17, 2025
Artist Reception at Illuminating the Invisible
Vancouver Community Library
Vancouver, WA