The Orchid Inn

10/04/2025

When dreams take color and creativity flows.

From ALICE WEIL's dynamic new collection of paintings. The new body of work uses loose, impressionistic brushwork suggesting the lightness of blossoms flowing over the canvas. She hopes that the viewer experiences her artwork in quiet reflection, relaxing the eye and opening up the paintings through his or her imagination and contemplation.

Drop by the gallery and discover Alice's amazing paintings. Or visit www.portolaartgallery.com, www.aliceweil.com, and Instagram .

10/03/2025

Any day you drop by, one of our artists will be there to welcome you and answer any questions you might have.

08/23/2025

"I love being outdoors and in wilderness. I paint from my direct experience on hikes and excursions where I’ve spent awestruck moments in each of these landscapes."

STEVE CURL paints the landscapes of the High Sierras, Rockies, Bay Area, Mexico, and places he’s traveled that have sparked his muse. View Steve’s paintings live and see the luminous and expressive nature of his watercolors, capturing the beauty and subtlety of the outdoors.

Shown is "Afternoon Shadows". Get the full experience of Steve's fine watercolor paintings by visiting the gallery or www.portolaartgallery.com, www.stevecurl.com, and on Instagram

08/20/2025

Local painter ED BERTOLET uses his expressive brushwork, subtle color, a sense of light, and a unique sense of serenity in his paintings. Through Ed's dedication to capturing the essence of the region, he plays a vital role in preserving its beauty and inspiring others to explore and cherish the natural world.

Shown is "Unmowed Field". Drop by the gallery to experience more of Ed's wonderful plein air works or visit www.portolaartgallery.com

08/20/2025

This Thursday!

Meet Alice on Thursday, August 21, from 11am - 4pm. She'll be at the gallery all day. It's a perfect opportunity to get a private tour!

This dynamic new collection of paintings is a departure from Alice's traditional landscape and still life paintings. The new body of work uses loose, impressionistic brushwork suggesting the lightness of blossoms flowing over the canvas. She hopes that the viewer experiences her artwork in quiet reflection, relaxing the eye and opening up the paintings through his or her imagination and contemplation.

She is also available by appointment to meet and discuss her work.

EXHIBITION DATES: August 1 - 31, 2025
MEET THE ARTIST: Thursday, August 21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Portola Art Gallery at Allied Arts Guild, 75 Arbor Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, 650.321.0220, www.portolaartgallery.com/
HOURS: Monday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Alice Weil, [email protected], (650) 906-2045, �www.aliceweil.com and Instagram

08/20/2025

Local painter GLORIA CARO will be staffing this Friday, August 22nd from 11am to 4pm. Come in and say hi, and discover her amazing paintings!

"My passion has always been painting. I enjoy painting impressionism, realism, flowers, harbors and wildlife. Each one of my oil paintings are crafted with care and passion."

See more of her work at www.portolaartgallery.com and on Instagram .

08/20/2025

The magic of illumination.

MARY STAHL is intrigued and inspired by the effects of light in the natural landscape. She fully immerses herself in nature, using all her senses to observe and capture those moments in time on canvas.

Shown is "Shady Path, McClellan Ranch Trail" - Pastel on Paper - 11" x 14". Discover more of Mary's work in person at the Portola Art Gallery or viewed at www.portolaartgallery.com, www.marystahl.com, and on Instagram

08/20/2025

Drop by for the unique opportunity to meet your favorite artists, learn about their creative process, and hear the stories behind their artwork.

08/20/2025

03/08/2025

"Wildflower Dance" by Alice Weil. Mixed media, 9" x 12" $325. . See it now in the gallery or buy it online from our website.

08/25/2024

30”x40” I’m pulling out the big brushes! But 1st I have to sit down….in the garden.