Portfolio Gallery and Education Center

Portfolio Gallery and Education Center Portfolio Gallery is an art gallery that promotes Artist that are of the African American heritage. We are also an education center providing art classes.

The mission of Portfolio Gallery and Education Center is to educate and enrich lives and foster a greater awareness of American artist of African American heritage. History:
Saint Louis artist and educator Robert A. Powell founded Portfolio in 1989. At the time he recognized that even African American artist such as Gordan Parks Jacob Lawrence Varnette Honeywood and Richard Hunt (Just to name a

few) were relatively obscured in the visual arts world. He also understood the important role of history and culture in our community. Powell started off as a one man organizer- administrator, Curator, Exhibit installer/De-installer, fundraiser and sometimes even carpenter. Portfolio Gallery showcases and provides and following services:

- Local, Regional, National/International renowned African American Artist

- Direct artist education to Children, Adults, and Developmentally disabled persons.
- Works with educators to enhance traditional arts in the school setting

- Offers lectures, Demonstrations, and Opportunities for cultural and intellectual exchange. Come and enjoy art in a warm social atmosphere and lively exchange of ideas and conversation here at Portfolio Gallery. Meet the artist on exhibit and add to your collection and if you've been hesitant to start your own collection Portfolio is the perfect place to start your own.

Portfolio's "All Colors" Invitational Art Exhibit!January 9 through February 14th @ the St Louis Artist Guild.12 North J...
01/22/2026

Portfolio's "All Colors" Invitational Art Exhibit!
January 9 through February 14th @ the St Louis Artist Guild.12 North Jackson Ave, Clayton, MO 63105

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Portfolio Gallery and Education Center opened its latest “All Colors” exhibition with a reminder that art is more than what hangs on a wall — it is a network of stories, histories and connections that shape how Black creativity is seen and valued. The visual art showcase, featuring invited art...

I’m beyond excited and deeply grateful to share that I’ve been selected as a designer for the 2026 Black Creatives in th...
01/17/2026

I’m beyond excited and deeply grateful to share that I’ve been selected as a designer for the 2026 Black Creatives in the Lou™️ Designer Showcase at Neiman Marcus St. Louis! 🖤

A heartfelt thank you to and for continuing to create powerful platforms for Black creatives, and to for opening their doors and supporting our artistry. I’m honored to be included among such an incredible group of designers and can’t wait to share my work with you all.

All Colors Invitational exhibit January 9th through February 14th at the St Louis Artist Guild 12 North Jackson Ave Clay...
12/19/2025

All Colors Invitational exhibit January 9th through February 14th at the St Louis Artist Guild 12 North Jackson Ave Clayton, MO

Host: Sonji YoungChi Anderson is "helping you pose with precision and personality" and sharing her tools in her new book. Learn more about her niche when she...

Appeared on City Corner today in an effort to get the word out about Portfolio's "All Colors" Invitational Exhibition. J...
12/11/2025

Appeared on City Corner today in an effort to get the word out about Portfolio's "All Colors" Invitational Exhibition. January 9 through February 14th at the St Louis Artist Guild. 12 North Jackson Ave. Clayton, MO.
Sonji Young, City Corner host, and artist William Burton Jr. Live stream coming soon!

https://youtu.be/pnRm1PuqjWk All Colors Invitational, January 9 through February 14th at the St Louis Artist Guild. 12 N...
12/06/2025

https://youtu.be/pnRm1PuqjWk

All Colors Invitational, January 9 through February 14th at the St Louis Artist Guild. 12 North Jackson Ave. Clayton MO. Opening reception January 9 2026 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Robert Powell, artist, activist, and founder of the Portfolio Art enterprise, and Harvey Malone discuss the upcoming exhibits in January. It is a free event ...

Save the DatePortfolio's All Colors Invitational, the first Great Exhibit of 2026. 50 artist 100 pieces of art, all medi...
11/11/2025

Save the Date
Portfolio's All Colors Invitational, the first Great Exhibit of 2026. 50 artist 100 pieces of art, all mediums.
Free and open to the public!

11/10/2025

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Mailing Address: 2029 East Fair Avenue
St. Louis, MO
63107

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(314) 265-0432

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