Portland has a new reason to look up — and around every corner. Thirty giant, colorful crow sculptures have taken flight across the city as part of LAIKA’s new Wildwood art trail, turning neighborhoods into an open-air gallery that invites residents and visitors alike to explore.
The installation, reported by both KATU and KOIN, features 30 oversized crow figures scattered throughout Portland. The project is the work of LAIKA, the acclaimed Portland-based animation studio known for its handcrafted, stop-motion films. The Wildwood art trail takes its name from LAIKA’s beloved animated feature, and the larger-than-life birds bring a sense of whimsy and wonder to the streets of the city.
Art trails like this one have a proven track record of energizing communities — drawing foot traffic to local businesses, sparking conversations between neighbors, and giving families an engaging, free outdoor activity. With 30 sculptures spread across the city, the trail encourages Portlanders to venture into different corners of their own hometown, discovering familiar streets in a brand-new way.
The timing couldn’t be better for a community lift. Portland residents looking for a fun, accessible outing can follow the trail of crows through the city, with each sculpture offering its own colorful personality and artistic flair. The project reflects the kind of creative, community-minded spirit that has long defined Portland’s cultural identity.
LAIKA, headquartered in Hillsboro just outside Portland, has deep roots in the region and a history of bringing imaginative storytelling to life. The Wildwood art trail extends that creativity beyond the studio walls and into the everyday lives of the people who call this city home. Whether you’re a longtime Portlander or a first-time visitor, the giant crows are hard to miss — and well worth seeking out.
