About Level 2 Gallery

The Level 2 Gallery builds on a 15-year relationship between Salem Convention Center and Oregon Artists Series Foundation to bring high-quality contemporary art to the Center. With major paintings by Salem and Oregon artists installed in the main corridors on the first floor of the Convention Center, Level 2 presents changing solo and group exhibits of work by established and emerging artists of the region on the second floor. 

OASF opened the Level 2 Gallery in February 2022, and entered into an agreement with the Salem Public Library to program its new Art Hall shortly after that.  

Level 2 is open to the public on Monday through Friday during regular business hours, during special events, or by appointment by calling 503-589-1700.

Current Exhibition

CURRENT EXHIBITION:

indelible

Artists Portraits by
Diane Beals

June 7 – August 30, 2022

An artist makes a series of indelible decisions: a distinctive stroke with a brush, an unforgettable color, a surprising choice of materials. A work of art leaves an indelible impression — of emotion, spontaneity, movement, a moment shared.

Salem is home to an active and vibrant community of artists who create and share their artworks with us, another indelible experience. They also leave their mark as neighbors, teachers, community activists, and friends.

This series of portraits by documentary photographer Diane Beals captures the essence of these artists as a tribute to the indelible mark each has made in our community.

After you visit Level 2 Gallery, don’t miss the extension of this exhibition at Salem Public Library in the new Art Hall (a partnership of the Oregon Artists Series with the Salem Public Library Foundation and The City of Salem). Here Beals has photographed the artists’ hands. Can you match the Hands with the correct Artist Portrait? Play the art game and find out. Both exhibitions are on view until August 30, 2022 during regular library hours.

To learn more about Diane Beals, please visit her website.

indelible is presented, in part, through the generous sponsorship of Sherman, Sherman, Johnnie, Hoyt, LLP, Attorneys at Law located in Salem, Oregon
Learn more by visiting their website

ABOUT LEVEL 2 GALLERY

Level 2 Gallery at the Salem Convention Center (SCC) recently opened in 2022 and builds upon the 15 year relationship that the Oregon Artists Series Foundation has had to bring contemporary art to the Center. With major paintings by Salem and Oregon artists installed in the main corridors on the first floor of SCC, Level 2 presents a series of changing exhibits of work by established and emerging artists of the region on the second floor. Exhibitions may feature one or two artists at a time, or group shows organized around a theme or topic that is relevant to the Salem area.

Level 2 Gallery continues OASF’s partnership with SCC and acknowledges that the presence of contemporary art in the building adds to the visitor experience and showcases the best of what the Willamette Valley and surrounding area has to offer. The art is a key component of the award-winning Convention Center.

The Gallery will be open to the public during regular business hours and during special events. Work from exhibits may be for sale. The Salem Convention Center and Oregon Artists Series Foundation will not take a commission from any sales, unless there is prior agreement between OASF, SCC and the artist(s) that any proceeds will be devoted to a particular cause.

Level 2 Gallery is supported, in part, through a grant from the Marion Cultural Development Corporation. 

PAST EXHIBITIONS:

Kristin Kuhns:
Woven Journals

The inaugural exhibition at Level 2 Gallery, Woven Journals, was a collection of mixed media work created by Salem artist Kristin Kuhns since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. While staying close to home, Kuhns took comfort in her regular walks through Minto Brown Park, a familiar place of respite and exercise for years. This work chronicled the familiar elements of Minto Brown with a subtext of living during a global pandemic. Each piece wove contrasting images of comfort and disturbance, with written notes and thoughts journaled within the textures and woven patterns integrated into the paintings. 

To learn more, click here to visit the artist’s website.