Illuminating the Invisible: The Beauty Behind the Pain

The Chronic Pain Project presents its third exhibition featuring over 30 artists from Portland, across the United States, and internationally from the UK, Germany, and Switzerland. "Illuminating the Invisible: The Beauty Behind the Pain" runs January 8 through February 20, 2026, at Portland's Southwest Community Center.

The exhibition creates visibility for artists whose work emerges from lived experience with chronic pain—perspectives rarely seen in traditional gallery spaces. Through painting, sculpture, fiber arts, and mixed media, these artists transform invisible experiences into powerful visual stories.

This night is the opening reception for the public to come and enjoy the art and light refreshments.

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