GILLIA GALLERY 
VERUM ULTIMUM
ART GALLERY

Verum Ultimum Gallery first introduced the theme "TREE: Breath of Humanity" in 2024 and it proved to be a beloved catalyst for expression. Verum is thrilled to once again invite artists to interpret the theme "Tree," for the second edition of this theme and the boundless notions this one word conjures.

When I opened Verum Ultimum's second location I had such high hopes for a flourishing future in the beautiful spot nestled into the lovely Hawthorne hamlet of Portland. After much consideration I have decided to close the location and once again focus attention exclusively online with the Verum Virtual presence. This was a tough decision and riddled with sadness, but also a degree of renewed hope. I am so grateful for the artists, collectors, and art fans that filled this l

13th Annual Abstract Sanctuary artists share the spiritual nature of creating!

Call for Art: FIERCE & FRAIL III: Of Beings, Beasts, and Seed

Art by Karen Hightower "This year's iteration of Verum Ultimum's annual Abstract Sanctuary has a spiritual twist. It spans 3 rooms within 2 distinct Verum Virtual galleries with nearly 100 works selected. For this iteration I listened to the voice that echoed in my head "celebrate them all." and I set out to select one work from every artist (that applied). This created an interesting challenge, but I felt called to embrace a multitude of differences this year. The result is

13th Annual Abstract Sanctuary Exhibition first reveal

"Fit for a Queen  depicts a modern blend of traditional royal family necklaces, the notorious RGB dissent collars, as well as traditional protective neck ware of indigenous people around the globe. These necklaces embody the regal spirit of royalty and the strength of feminist proclamation and protest. Many indigenous traditions include adorning young women with jewelry made with mother of pearl and other shells during sacred rites of passage when coming of age. In this time

Photo from Verum's former space Verum Ultimum Art Gallery invites artists to explore the theme, ABSTRACT SANCTUARY for its 13th year! And enter work that is an interpretation of the call. Please note this exhibition will be ONLINE ONL Y with all the usual bells and whistles of a Verum Virtual show (including the virtual 3D Gallery space). All works will be displayed on the gallery website, within a virtual viewing gallery setting, and promoted through blogposts and social me

Your chance to preview and purchase original works of art ahead of the opening reception for "A Generous Queendom"

First Reveal of "A Generous Queendom"