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Shaan Bir

Shaan Bir

Six colorful paintings against a grey brick wall beneath a balcony
Art, Arts & CultureMay 22, 2025<May 28, 2025

Primitivism in Portland 

To fully understand the meaning of Primitivism, we must go back into history… The art brought by European explorers from the African continent was…

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A person with tattoos, wearing a "Soul" t-shirt, smiles beside an abstract painting with black, white, and beige brushstrokes. The mood is creative and cheerful.
Art, Arts & CultureApril 26, 2025<May 27, 2025

Beyond the Rothko Summer

Portland’s Art Scene thrives on transformation and isn’t confined to Museums. In a city where coffee shops act as art galleries and skateparks are…

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Street view of a Starbucks, showing its large glass windows with a logo. Empty bike racks in front, and tables visible inside. Bright, sunny day.
OpinionMarch 26, 2025<April 4, 2025

Does Starbucks have a Soul?

One of my earliest jobs was working at a Starbucks in Lake Oswego in 2019. It was a great experience, and I think that…

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