Remembering artist and musician Stephen Cohen, aka 3 Hand Stephen
ACLO staff has learned that local musician and artist Stephen "3-Hand Stephen" Cohen has passed.
Stephen was a beloved fixture of the greater Portland art scene — a common sight at art openings, music events, and community gatherings, as well as an active artist and musician. In addition to his creative contributions, Stephen served on public committees for multiple organizations, including as a voting member of the ACLO's Public Art Committee from 2023 to 2025.
In fall of 2025 Stephen showed several of his handmade instruments at ACLO's SPECTRA exhibit, delighting opening-night crowds with a 90-minute concert in the gallery. In addition to playing several of his devised instruments, he invited any interested audience members to experiment with them. He was generous with his time and his art. He'll be remembered for his boundless creativity, good humor, and open, gentle, friendly manner.
People’s Choice voting for the Gallery Without Walls permanent collection is now open
This year’s ballot features four sculptures currently on display downtown. In alphabetical order, they are: Evasila by MacRae Wylde (3rd and Evergreen), Night Flight by Angelina Marino-Heidel (3rd and A Ave), PUP by Ben Dye (2nd and Evergreen), and The Snail by Will Jewett (10th at Foothills Park).
The sculpture that gets the most People’s Choice votes is purchased by the city for the permanent collection, joining previous winners such as Amyas & Soleil by Amyas Maestas, Sunflower by Patricia Vader, and last year’s winner In The Mystery by Sharon Warman Agnor.