Keith Van Norman is an artist who specializes in large-format woodcut prints. His prints are inspired by nature, folklore, the concept of “home” and the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Keith’s work has been featured in galleries across the country, and he continues to push the boundaries of this traditional art form.
Contact: keith.vannorman@oregonstate.edu
Juried Exhibitions& Public works of art
2025
Hatfield Marine Science Center Visitor’s Center, Newport, OR
“Rhapsody in Gray” – 64″x35″ (framed dimension, gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print with blind embossing. on permanent display.
Art About Agriculture Touring Exhibition 2024 at:
- Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center in Corvallis, OR
- Pendleton Center for the Arts in Pendleton, OR
- Clackamas Community College’s Alexander Gallery in Oregon City, OR
“Rhapsody in Gray” – 64″x35″ (framed dimension, gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print with blind embossing.
“Living Landscapes” Salem on the Edge Gallery, Salem, OR
“Rhapsody in Gray” – 64″x35″ (framed dimension, gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print with blind embossing. on permanent display.
“Under Current” Gallery 114, Portland, OR
“Raised by the Shark” – 64″x35″ (framed dimension, gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print with blind embossing
“History off the Clock” Corvallis Museum, Corvallis, OR
“Red, Right, Nocturne” 56” x 30” (framed dimension, , gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print
2023
“In the Deep End” Gallery 114, Portland, OR
“What’s so amazing that keeps us stargazing?” – 43” x 78” (framed dimension, gallery grade plexiglass) woodcut print
“Big Ink Prints” Canon Gallery of Art at Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR
“What’s so amazing that keeps us stargazing?” – 43” x 78” (framed dimension, gallery grade plexiglass) woodcut print
2022
“Around Oregon Annual” The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
“Red, Right, Nocturne” – 56” x 30” (framed dimension, , gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print
2021
Shoreline Arts Festival, Virtual Show, Seattle, WA
“Red, Right, Nocturne” 56” x 30” (framed dimension, , gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print
COVID-19 Virtual Show
“Home is Where the HeArt Is” Lunaria Gallery, Silverton, OR
“Red, Right, Nocturne” – 56” x 30” (framed dimension, , gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print
2020
“Home is Where the HeArt Is” Lunaria Gallery, Silverton, OR
“Alis Volat Propriis” – 73” x 47” (framed dimension, , gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print – voted best in show
2018
“Big Ink II” Bend Arts Center Bend, OR
“Alis Volat Propriis” – 73” x 47” (framed dimension, , gallery grade plexiglass) 1-color woodcut print – voted best in show
Professional Creative Experience
I am currently the Web & Digital Communications Specialist for Oregon State University’s College of Liberal Arts. I have more than 25 years of experience as a print & digital graphic designer, project manager, and strategic communications professional. I have worked in-house for universities, the state government organizations, school districts and book publishers. I have freelanced for a wide range of clients.
Education
2007-2008
University of Nevada Las Vegas, NV, Bachelor of Arts
After a decade of working as a professional graphic designer, I went back to college to finish my degree, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts with a Graphic Design concentration from UNLV.
1993-1997
Kean University, Elizabeth, NJ (no degree)
I majored in Commercial Art and minored in Philosophy. I left Kean in 1997 with the skills to pursue a professional career in graphic design.
1995-1996
Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Year abroad studying graphic design.
