In a tribute to the late Bud Clark and also as a display of what people really think about the Portland Art tax, this Arts 2022 tax form was turned into something useful.

The “Expose Yourself to Art” poster featuring former Portland, Oregon mayor Bud Clark is a well-known symbol of the city’s arts scene. The poster features a photograph of Bud Clark, who served as Portland’s mayor from 1985 to 1992, standing in front of a brick wall with his shirt unbuttoned and holding an umbrella.

The poster’s image of Bud Clark has become iconic in Portland, and is often used as a symbol of the city’s quirky, artsy, and irreverent character. The phrase “Expose Yourself to Art” has also become a sort of unofficial slogan for the city’s arts community.

Perhaps most ironic of all, is that this is actually a nice piece of artwork that was created for free on a public tax form – which is intent on taking taxpayer money, in turn, to be spent on creating art.

About Arts Tax

The Portland Arts Tax is a tax that was first approved by Portland, Oregon voters in 2012. The tax was designed to provide a stable source of funding for arts education and arts organizations in the city.

As of 2021, the tax is $35 per year for adult residents of Portland who earn more than $1,000 annually. The tax is collected by the city’s revenue bureau and is due by April 15th each year. There are some exemptions and deferrals available for low-income individuals and certain groups, such as senior citizens and disabled individuals.

The revenue generated from the tax is dedicated to supporting arts education programs in Portland’s public schools, as well as funding a variety of arts organizations and programs throughout the city. The tax has been controversial at times, with some critics arguing that it places an unfair burden on low-income residents, while others argue that it is a necessary investment in the cultural vibrancy of the city.