The Tall Trees of Portland

About this book

Winner - Silver Medal - IPPY Awards In this second book of Matt Wagners survey of international contemporary art he turns his eye to his hometown of Portland OR. Hes chosen 40 artists who embody the independent ethos that Portland is known for and shows readers whats happening in the citys vibrant visual arts scene right now. Wagner has created a portrait of a city that nurtures artists and art in a way few other cities do. These "tall trees" stand out for creating the bold and unique works that led art critic Peter Plagens to wonder in The Wall Street Journal if Portland might be "Americas next art capital."