The Gift of Eyes
Some people paint landscapes, others animals or people. Ocularist Fred Harwin models and paints prosthetic eyes for those that have lost vision in one or both eyes. These works of art positively impact lives. Having begun his professional career as a medical illustrator at the Wayne County General Hospital, Fred Harwin truly enjoyed this […]
Best Eyeglass Shop in Portland – 3rd Year in a Row!!!
Yep, it’s official. Eyes on Broadway has won “Best Eyeglass Shop in Portland” in Willamette Weekly’s ‘Best of Portland’ Reader’s Poll contest for the third year in a row! What an honor. Eyes on Broadway continues to innovate, be a true leader in style and impeccable service and simply shines. The shops’ excellent staff and […]
Soft Contact Lenses are Safe for Kids
It has long been thought that soft contact lenses are not safe for kids due to higher infection rates. However, a new review conducted by the University of Houston’s College of Optometry (UHCO) has found that infection rates associated with soft contact lenses are no higher in kids than adults. Review author Mark Bullimore, an […]
National Sunglasses Day is Here – June 27th!
Well, here we are again, it’s National Sunglasses Day tomorrow (6-27) and, as I’m writing this, the sun looks like it’ll be shining good. Of course, given the danger of the sun to our eyes, we should all be wearing sunglasses when outside, sunny or not. Just like getting burned by the sun when it’s […]
Vote for Eyes on Broadway in the 2017 WW Reader’s Poll!
Many say, “the third time’s the charm.” Well, Eyes on Broadway is up for “Best Eyewear Shop” in Willamette Week’s Reader’s Poll once again…and now is the time to cast your vote! Having won the last two years in a row, this third victory would complete an un-precedented trifecta for a Portland business and truly […]
Sweet Jayne, a Particularly Great Shop
Portland is replete with places to spend your time and money. And if you’re a gift giver and/or someone who cares about style, you are in a bit of heaven around PDX as the number of artisans crafting for you remains heavy. From vintage clothing shops to those offering new designer takes on what is […]
Living Threads Vintage, One Cool Shop!
Most agree that time travel isn’t possible (yet), but getting the chance to experience the past is something almost everyone wishes they could do. Maybe it’s “going back” to see The Doors perform at the Hollywood Bowl in 1968, or witnessing the bustling scene in NYC in the 1940’s? The list of events, things, people […]
Eyewear Evolved
Like so many things continually changing, eyewear has evolved significantly over the last millennia. Ushered in by changes in available technology, necessity of function and the latest fashions, collected here are two great media items that bring life to this point. This first infographic showcases changes in eyewear since the early Middle Ages. Beginning with […]
The Eye Exam Portland Trusts
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You might be heading into the great outdoors for the vacation of a lifetime, and you do not want to miss the sights of the Pacific Northwest. You may be looking for more productivity at work because you are suffering from a vision problem. Whatever the reason, the eye exam Portland experts at Eyes on Broadway […]