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Local Artist Series

Meet the local artists behind the Cherry Bombs FC Artist Series and explore the inspiration behind their designs.

2026 artist series

angela Nguyá»…n

Angela’s Cherry Bombs collection draws inspiration from one of Portland’s most beloved seasonal moments: a sunny spring day by the waterfront with the cherry blossoms in bloom.

Beyond their beauty, cherry blossom trees represent resilience, renewal, and community, values that mirror the spirit of the Portland Cherry Bombs and the people who support them. For Angela, the blossoms are a symbol of the many individuals who have helped shape Portland’s creative and athletic culture both on and off the field.

Her designs celebrate that sense of place, combining imagery of Portland landmarks, cherry blossoms, and soccer energy into a playful visual tribute to the city.

Angela describes the spirit of the Cherry Bombs perfectly:

Start tart, turn sweet, then go wild.

Poster

Angela’s poster celebrates both the energy of the Cherry Bombs and the city that supports them.

The design centers on a powerful kicking motion, capturing the explosive moment when a player launches the ball forward. Surrounding that action is a vibrant collage of Portland imagery: the Tom McCall waterfront skyline, bridges, blooming cherry blossoms, and playful graphic shapes that give the piece movement and rhythm.

The composition feels like a love letter to Portland in the spring. Soft pink blossoms and bright colors evoke the feeling of walking along the waterfront when the cherry trees are in bloom, while the bold soccer imagery anchors the design in the excitement of matchday.

The poster balances sentiment and energy, creating something that feels both commemorative and lively, reflecting the spirit of the team and the community around it.

Scarf

Angela’s scarf design focuses on one of the most recognizable visual elements of her poster: the cherry blossom motif.

By isolating the blossom symbol, Angela transforms the scarf into something that feels both sporty and symbolic. The blossoms reference Portland’s springtime beauty while also nodding to the Cherry Bombs identity. The result is a scarf that feels celebratory and meaningful at the same time, an energetic piece of supporter gear that also acts as a small tribute to the city.

Angela describes the spirit of the design in three words:

Energetic. Sentimental. Commemorative.Â