Known primarily as a painter and muralist, Isaka Shamsud-Din has journeyed into several mediums of fine art that include ceramics, wood carving, leather working, silk-screen printing and more. Our current show dives into the early beginnings of Shamsud-Din’s artistry as he honed his signature style through the decades. As you take in these incredible pieces, with some dating back to the 1950s, we hope they provide you with a valuable insight into Shamsud-Din’s process, techniques and important perspectives on Portland politics and social culture.