Au Naturel Exhibition Reception
February 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Clatsop Community College’s Sixteenth Annual Au Naturel Exhibition Unveils Diverse Visions of the Human Form
Exhibition Dates: January 22 – March 12, 2026
Community Reception: February 12, 6:00 p.m.
Location: Royal Nebeker Gallery, 1799 Lexington Avenue,
The sixteenth annual international juried exhibit, Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century, will be on display from January 22 through March 12, 2026, with a community reception on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Clatsop Community College’s Royal Nebeker Art Gallery, located at 1799 Lexington Avenue, Astoria, OR.
This prestigious exhibition celebrates the enduring subject of the nude human figure in contemporary art, featuring diverse interpretations across a wide range of media including drawing, painting, printmaking, and a limited selection of three-dimensional work where the handmade mark remains central.
Awards to be announced at the reception include $1,000 in cash prizes, up to $2,000 in purchase awards, opportunities for future solo or group exhibitions at the Royal Nebeker Gallery, and a select number of visiting artist workshop awards. This reception is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served.
Gallery visitors are invited to cast a vote for their favorite piece throughout the full run of the exhibit. Ballots will be tallied at the close of the show, and the winner of the People’s Choice Award will be announced.
This year, 48 works of art were selected from over 300 images submitted by artists from 20 states in addition to international submissions from Canada. The 2026 exhibit will include artwork created by 39 artists from 12 states across the U.S. and Canada.
Non-Discrimination Declaration
It is the policy of Clatsop Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, sex, gender, marital status, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or disability in any educational programs, activities, or employment. Questions or complaints should be directed to Anita Jensen, Affirmative Action/Gender Equity (Title IX) Officer, Lower Library, Suite 102, ajensen@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2450; TDD : Oregon Relay- Dial 711. For Student Access Services, contact Faith Forster, Columbia Hall, Room 111, fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313
Accommodations
Students having questions about or a request for classroom accommodations should contact Faith Forster, Columbia Hall, Room 111, fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313. Community members having questions about or a request for special needs and accommodation should contact Anita Jensen, Lower Library, Suite 102, ajensen@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2450; TDD: Oregon Relay- Dial 711. Please send special needs and accommodations requests here. Contact should be made at least two business days in advance of the event.
Declaración de no-discriminación
Es la política de Clatsop Community College que no habrá ningún tipo de discriminación o acoso por razón de raza, color, sexo, género, estado civil, religión, origen nacional, edad, orientación sexual, identidad de género o expresióno discapacidad en los programas educativos, actividades o en la contratación. Preguntas o quejas deben ser dirigidas al Anita Jensen, Oficial de Acción Afirmativa / Título IX localizada en la biblioteca, oficina número 102 , ajensen@clatsopcc.edu número de teléfono (503) 338-2450, TDD (discapacidad auditiva) marcar 711 en su teléfono. Para servicios de acceso para estudiantes, comuníquese con Faith Forster localizada en Columbia Hall, oficina número 111, fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313.
Ayuda a personas discapacitadas
Estudiantes que tengan preguntas o una requieran solicitud de adaptaciones en el aula deben comunicarse con Faith Forster, localizada en Columbia Hall , oficina número 111, fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313. En cuanto a los miembros de la comunidad, se les pide que se comuniquen con Anita Jensen, localizada en la biblioteca, oficina número 102 , ajensen@clatsopcc.edu número de teléfono (503) 338-2450, TDD (discapacidad auditiva) marcar 711 en su teléfono. Haga el favor de notificar a la oficina para que se le pueda proporcionar apoyo. La comunicación debe tomar lugar por lo menos dos días de trabajo antes del evento por el cual se requiera tal ayuda. Para más información, vea la página Web de Clatsop Community College bajo Información en Español.