Credit: Too Old for this Sh*t, Mixed media, 12 x 12 inches, $225, by Riis Griffen

Cat-tastic; Cat-themed Group show at Sidestreet Arts

Southeast

When

Sept. 4–27, 2025

Days vary, Times vary

Free

Where

Sidestreet Arts

140 SE 28th Ave
Portland, OR 97214

The following description was submitted by the event organizer.

Felis Catus, or the domesticated cat, has been coexisting with humans for the last 10,000 years. Ever since they started hunting in our early grain storages, they have entered human lives. Whether a family pet or feral, cats are a part of society. And the United States, out of all of the nations around the globe, has the largest cat ownership at 73.8 million. So, Sidestreet Arts is paying homage to these tiny furry friends with a September show called: Cat-tastic. The theme of cats was the catalyst for featured artists to create with. This cataclysm of cat art could leave you catatonic with pure joy. Categorically, it has one of the largest ranges of media Sidestreet Arts has ever had — including stained glass, ceramics, oil and acrylic paintings, and paper medium. So Catfoot it over to Sidestreet Arts to see this Cat-tastic show, or they will be caterwauling with sadness. 

1 of 5

NO Room for YOU!, Mixed media, 6x7x10 inches, $225, by Melody Bush

2 of 5

Daisy Kitty Castle, Acrylic & oil on board, 12x12 inches, $250, by Amelia Opie

3 of 5

Well - dressed Kitten, Stained Glass, 7x8 inches, $115, by Tamara Goldsmith

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Cat-tastic show card

5 of 5

Too Old for this Sh*t, Mixed media, 12 x 12 inches, $225, by Riis Griffen

Featured artists:  Ha Austin, Teresa Bergen, Tamara Goldsmith, Riis Griffen, Natalie Luquin, Anna Magruder, Amelia Opie, Tom Webb, Elizabeth Wocasek, Melody Owen, Erica Rier

First Friday Artwalk:  Sept. 5, 5–7 p.m., with the artists at the opening