April 2 // 4-7:30pm

This is the best time of year to get print inspiration, education, and lots of paper samples from 20 global paper vendors. 🤩

For every graphic designer, creative, print project manager, and printer…. This is all hosted by WCP Solutions. Food and drinks provided, bags to collect samples from all the vendors.

🎟️ All free, just sign in when you arrive at Hunt & Gather in NW Portland.

April 7 // 6:30pm

The PNCA Design Lecture Series welcomes a broad range of creatives who are breaking expectations of what design can be and do in the world. 🤩

With over ten years in design and tech, Andres Silva Bello brings a seasoned eye to every project. He currently serves as an Associate Creative Director at R/GA USA, where he’s spent the last seven years leading visual identity for global giants like Nike, Google, and PayPal. His journey began in Buenos Aires, where he spent four years refining his craft before taking his talents to the US stage.
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April 7 // 7pm

Join us on Tuesday, April 7th at 7:00 PM PST for Womxn Lead: Portfolio Check-In + Chat — a virtual hang for women and non-binary creatives in Portland! 💻💬

Share your work, celebrate your progress, and connect with other creatives in a supportive, low-pressure space. This month’s theme is a continuation on our topic of Personal Branding.

Let's grow together!

April 8 // 6pm

🍲 Food, drink, fun? What's not to love at Wonderlove! 🍻

🗣️ Join us at Wonderlove Food Cart Pod in the Central Eastside on Wednesday, April 8th, 6-8 PM for a chance to chat, connect, and talk all things design.

Whether you're in it for the food, drinks, or networking, dMob is guaranteed to be a good time. The event is free, but there are a plethora of food carts to choose from and a full bar, so grab a drink and some dinner and try something new. We look forward to seeing you there! 🕶️

April 15 // 5:30-7:30pm

Annually, George Fox University Art and Design students eagerly anticipate the YLW Portfolio Showcase Event. YLW serves as a dynamic platform that connects students with industry professionals, providing them with a prime opportunity to showcase their creative endeavors and build community. 👏

George Fox University extends a warm invitation to all industry professionals, faculty, staff and friends to join them at the YLW Portfolio Showcase event. 🤩

April 26 // 12pm

Womxn Lead is back for another Sketches & Coffee! A place to network, sketch, and enjoy a cuppa joe. 🤩☕️

📆 Join us for our next Sketches & Coffee session on Sunday, April 26th from 12-2pm at Daydreamer Coffee in North Portland for a sketching session filled with networking, inspiration, and design talks with creative womxn in the Portland design community.

🎟️ Only 10 tickets are available. Secure your spot now!

April 30-May 2

Join Creative Works Union in Seattle April 30–May 2, 2026 for a three-day summit for creative professionals and commercial artists who are serious about craft and honest work.

3 days designed to sharpen your craft, strengthen your work, and build alongside people who care.