G. Lewis Clevenger

For the month of April, Russo Lee presents The Edge of Eden by G. Lewis Clevenger. Painting through the lens of tense and uncertain times, Clevenger creates landscapes that are devoid of human presence, instead focusing on the essence and spirit of nature. These works are a composite of Clevenger’s own photographic references from various places he has visited, combined with imaginative renderings of natural landscapes that evoke a sense of the sublime. This collection of new work offers a poignant exploration of nature, reflecting the artist’s deep connection with the environment, while inviting the viewer to reflect on the ever-changing beauty of the natural world.

Portland artist G. Lewis Clevenger studied at the Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland, OR. His work has been exhibited at numerous one-person shows throughout the Pacific Northwest. He was awarded the Joan Mitchell Foundation Award in 2004 and is a three-time Oregon Biennial selectee. His work has been shown in notable museums including the Portland Art Museum, the Tacoma Art Museum, and the Bellevue Art Museum among others. Clevenger’s work is part of several public collections including, the Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University, the Portland Art Museum, the Flint Institute of Arts in Flint, MI, the Jordan Schnitzer Foundation in Portland, OR, the Meyer Memorial Trust in Portland, OR, SoHo House in Portland, OR, and the Mid-Century Properties LLC in Palm Springs, CA. Clevenger is also included in many private collections throughout the U.S. and abroad.

The Edge of Eden

April 3 – 26, 2025

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