Perhaps the most creative and effective arts promoter in Portland's history. After making a big impression with her curatorial work at the Portland Art Museum, Kristy Edmunds left in 1995 to found Portland Institute for Contemporary Art. Tip Sheet One of Portland's Best Nominated for best mover and shaker and best personality of the year for her ability to charm artists and patrons of the arts alike. She founded the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art. Career Path Edmunds did graduate work in theater at Western Washington University.
PICA provides residence, education, exhibition and performance programs for artists.
Edmunds' talents and energy have helped persuade people like Philip Glass to sit on the institute's advisory board. Under her stewardship, PICA is embarking on a campaign to increase its staff, resources and collections. All rights reserved.