Portola Art Gallery

10/22/2026

Berkeley ceramicist MISAKO KAMBE draws inspiration from traditional Japanese and Chinese ceramics and Kimono design. Her work is distinguished by meticulous craftsmanship, refined form, and intricate carving.

As the October Featured Artist, she is exhibiting her latest soda-fired ceramics collection along with her high-fired tableware.

Drop by the gallery and say hi to Misako this Saturday, October 24th from 11am to 4pm.

10/21/2026

> Awarded!

SUSAN JOCHHEIM's painting "Damsel in Red" was awarded 1st place in watercolor in the International Pacific Artistry Showcase presented by SWA.

Exhibition dates:
September 2 - November 30, 2026
View the online show:
Society of West Coast Artists' The Pacific Artistry Showcase Gallery

Drop by the gallery and say hi to Susan this Friday, October 23rd. Discover more of her award-winning vivid, expressive work in both representational and abstract styles.

10/20/2026

"In The Spotlight" - Oil - 9" x 12" by MARSHA HEIMBECKER

This painting by expressive colorist Marsha Heimbecker is of a happy Shih Tzu. The painting is vibrant with expressive brushstrokes capturing Maggie's and Marsha's joyful personalities.

You're invited to drop by the gallery to discover more of Marsha's bold, colorful paintings in person.

10/20/2026

10/19/2026

> In the Community

PATRICIA JONES's "Orchid in Carmel Cafe" and "Blossoms in Palo Alto" were both accepted in the Pacific Art League's Postcard Show.

Pacific Art League's Postcard Show
October 2 - 27, 2026
668 Ramona St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
www.pacificartleague.org

10/19/2026

"Portola Lightfall" ‐ Oil on Panel ‐ 11" x 14" by local artist ED BERTOLET

"My plein air works take their inspiration from the works of the early California impressionists who uniquely captured the vitality and beauty of this area. Subtle color and a unique sense of serenity are things I try to capture as I feel they best reflect the special beauty of the world around us," explains Ed.

Drop by the gallery to discover Ed's beautiful work in person!

10/17/2026

Please join us for the celebration!

Come meet the award-winning artist MISAKO KAMBE, discover her new work, and mingle over light refreshments.

Portola Art Gallery at Allied Arts Guild, 75 Arbor Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025, (650)321-0220, www.portplaartgallery.com

10/17/2026

"Simply Present" - Watercolor on Paper - 20" x 30" by MARK DOBRIN

Mark is an award-winning Bay Area artist whose work invites viewers to experience the beauty of creation through layered color and quiet form. His art is part nature, part imagination and part spiritual practice.

10/16/2026

"Blooms II" - Acrylic on Panel - 24" x 24" x 1" by KATHY FRANCESCHINI

Kathy paints expressive abstracts inspired by travel and nature in Northern California. She loves the interpretation that abstraction provides to the viewer. Each painting contains many layers, incorporating intricate marks and bold brush strokes.

10/16/2026

You're invited to come meet the award-winning artist MISAKO KAMBE, discover her latest work, and mingle over light refreshments.