Portola Art Gallery

Portola Art Gallery Portola Art Gallery exhibits high quality art by 17 award-winning Bay Area artists.

Fine art gallery features 22 award-winning local artists exhibiting a wide range of representational and abstract paintings, photography, ceramics, glass, paper sculpture, and woodworking, located at historic Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park, CA. Painting, pastel, photography and ceramics can be viewed at the gallery, located at the historic Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park, CA.

Mark your calendars!Portola Art Gallery is excited to present its June feature artist show "Color Therapy" - An Exhibiti...
05/24/2026

Mark your calendars!

Portola Art Gallery is excited to present its June feature artist show "Color Therapy" - An Exhibition of Mono Prints by KIM HOLL.

EXHIBITION DATES: June 1-30, 2026
RECEPTION: Saturday, June 13, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Portola Art Gallery at the Allied Arts Guild, 75 Arbor Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, (650) 321-0220

"Young Girl With Flags" - Acrylic on Canvas - 12" x 12" by JERRY PETERSAfter retiring from the fire service, former Menl...
05/24/2026

"Young Girl With Flags" - Acrylic on Canvas - 12" x 12" by JERRY PETERS

After retiring from the fire service, former Menlo Park Battalion Chief Jerry discovered his passion for painting. Working in acrylics, he captures the character of old trucks, portraits, and landscapes inspired by travels across the U.S. and abroad.

Visit the gallery to experience Jerry's work up close and in person! The gallery also features the creations of 21 other local artists and is set within the historic and picturesque Allied Arts Guild.

"Cirque du Soleil" - Acrylic on Canvas - 30" x 30" by TERRY McMAHONTerry, a retired Palo Alto art teacher, draws inspira...
05/24/2026

"Cirque du Soleil" - Acrylic on Canvas - 30" x 30" by TERRY McMAHON

Terry, a retired Palo Alto art teacher, draws inspiration from global folk art. Her imaginative work combines bold color, strong design, and sculptural forms, exploring architecture, nature, and people with decorative, creative flair.

Drop by to experience her bold work in person at the gallery located in the historic and beautiful Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park.

The lilac breasted roller is one of the most colorful birds in Africa. During mating season the birds dive and roll thro...
05/22/2026

The lilac breasted roller is one of the most colorful birds in Africa. During mating season the birds dive and roll through the sky.

Captured here by wildlife photographer LARRY CALOF.

Stop by the gallery this Saturday, May 23rd from 11AM to 4PM to meet the man behind the lens. You can also visit www.portolaartgallery.com and www.classvimages.com to see and learn more about Larry's work.

Meet the artist!Our May feature show “Kissed by a Prince” features the expressive oil paintings of Bay Area artist MARSH...
05/21/2026

Meet the artist!

Our May feature show “Kissed by a Prince” features the expressive oil paintings of Bay Area artist MARSHA HEIMBECKER.

If you missed the artist reception earlier this month, you can drop by and meet Marsha this Friday, May 22nd from 11am to 4pm. You can also meet her at the gallery on Saturday the 30th, or by appointment.

"Morning Ride" - Watercolor by YVONNE NEWHOUSE.Award winning artist Yvonne finds inspiration in the moments that shape h...
05/20/2026

"Morning Ride" - Watercolor by YVONNE NEWHOUSE.

Award winning artist Yvonne finds inspiration in the moments that shape her life—whether discovered through travel or quiet reflection. “I love using transparent watercolor techniques to layer color and enhance my impressions of reality,” she says.

Discover Yvonne's luminous paintings in person at the gallery located in the historic Allied Arts Guild at 75 Arbor Road in Menlo Park. Or visit www.portolaartgallery.com and www.yvonnenewhouse.com

> In the CommunityCongratulations to PATRICIA JONES! Two of her paintings were accepted into the 2026 Pacific Art Leag...
05/20/2026

> In the Community

Congratulations to PATRICIA JONES! Two of her paintings were accepted into the 2026 Pacific Art League Members Show. The exhibition will run from May 8th through June 23rd.

Exhibition: May 8-June 23, 2026
Location: Pacific Art League, 668 Ramona Street, Palo Alto, CA
Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Website: www.pacificartleague.org

"Machu Picchu, Peru" - Photography - 16" x 20" - by FRANCES FREYBERGFrances captures striking portraits of people, wild...
05/19/2026

"Machu Picchu, Peru" - Photography - 16" x 20" - by FRANCES FREYBERG

Frances captures striking portraits of people, wildlife, nature, and architecture during her travels to more than 45 countries. Her photographs are featured in galleries and private collections around the world.

Discover more of Frances’s vibrant work in our gallery or explore her portfolio online at www.portolaartgallery.com, www.francesfreyberg.com, and Instagram

"Mendocino Blue Moon Garden" - Watercolor on Paper - 8" x 10 " by BRUCE WASHBURN"I based this composition on a photograp...
05/19/2026

"Mendocino Blue Moon Garden" - Watercolor on Paper - 8" x 10 " by BRUCE WASHBURN

"I based this composition on a photograph I took walking through Mendocino on a July mid-afternoon. I re-imagined the setting under a bright full moon."

Drop by the gallery to discover Bruce's distinctive paintings. To see more of his work, visit www.portolaartgallery.com, www.brucewashburnart.com, and Instagram

Drop by the gallery for a visit and meet your favorite artists! The gallery features the work of 22 local artists and is...
05/17/2026

Drop by the gallery for a visit and meet your favorite artists! The gallery features the work of 22 local artists and is set within the historic and picturesque Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park, California.

Retired Silicon Valley engineer CHRIS TOULSON applies woodworking skills learned in Montreal to craft intricate, functio...
05/17/2026

Retired Silicon Valley engineer CHRIS TOULSON applies woodworking skills learned in Montreal to craft intricate, functional designs. From his Palo Alto workshop, he creates optical-illusion cutting boards, inlaid trays, and boxes.

Visit the gallery to experience Chris’s work in person, or explore more of his creations at www.portolaartgallery.com

Address

75 Arbor Road
Menlo Park, CA
94025

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 4pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4pm
Friday 10:30am - 4pm
Saturday 10:30am - 4pm

Telephone

(650) 321-0220

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