Klickitat Trailhead -- Lyle, Washington -- Tuesday, July 1

On the last Tuesday of June, we greatly enjoyed the multitude of scenes available from Yvonne Peterson's acreage on Hwy 35 in Hood River.  Thanks so much, Yvonne!  (May we return later this summer)?  It's encouraging that we had our best turnout of artists so far this season.  :-)

On Tuesday, July 1, let's head out to the Klickitat Trailhead in Lyle, Washington.  Some have requested that we start painting at 8:00, rather than 9:00.  It's up to you!  There are restrooms available at the trailhead. Driving Directions:  cross the Hood River Bridge to Washington, and turn right (east) on Hwy. 14. Go about 13 miles to the Klickitat River Bridge (the entrance to Lyle). Just beyond the bridge turn left (north) onto Hwy. 142.  In 100 yards, turn left at the trailhead entrance. 

Hope you can make it!  Please provide comments or feedback for future plein air locations using the comment button on this blog.  Thank you.  

Flowers, Fields and a Big Red Barn -- Tuesday, June 24

Mt Hood

Please come enjoy the variety of outdoor compositions available to us this coming Tuesday, June 24, at Yvonne Peterson's acreage along Highway 35, just south of Hood River.  If you've traveled Highway 35 at all, you've probably noticed her place numerous times -- the big, red barn on the east side of the highway, just past Pine Grove.  In addition to the barn, there are fields to paint, or flowers near her house; there's even a chance for a Mt. Hood view if the weather is good.  This should be a fun opportunity for all of us!  Let's meet at our usual time -- 9:00 to noonish.

Driving Directions:  Head south on Hwy 35.  About 6 miles south of Hood River, take the first left past the Pine Grove market, onto Glass Road.  The address is 2831 Glass Road.  Her property is on the right side of the road.

Great Gorge Views from a Private Residence in Lyle -- Next Tuesday, June 17

Last week, a handful of us braved the blustery breezes at Marina Park in Bingen.  I was able to capture a photo of Laurel Bushman assessing the lights and shadows on the cliffs nearby (see below).    

This coming Tuesday, we are privileged to be painting at the home of Rita Marlowe, who lives off of Canyon Road (not Courtney Road) in Lyle.  I've heard about the amazing views of Mt. Hood and other vistas that her property offers; it should be a fantastic viewpoint!  We will meet at 9:00, as usual.  Thank you, Rita, for allowing us to share in the beauty from your property's perspective.  

Driving directions, provided by Rita, are as follows:  From Bingen, drive east on Route 14.  Just before Lyle and before crossing the Klickitat River, turn up the hill on Old Highway 8.  A mile or so up the hill at the "Y," turn right onto Canyon Road.  Follow Canyon Road a couple miles.  On the curve right before our turnoff, you'll see the first speed limit sign -- 35 m.p.h.  Around the corner is a green and white Silva Ridge Road (private) sign and a row of mailboxes.  Turn right and drive across the meadow.  At the gate, just push the button. [The gate is for keeping out the cows].  The house is straight ahead, green roof, number 42. Bathroom in garage, if needed.  If you get lost, call Rita at 206-660-3137.

I Remembered to Squint! :-)

Brushwork in Bingen - Tuesday June 10

Good day, blog followers!  Have you been getting out on your own to paint in this beautiful area we call home?  The weather has been so glorious lately, hasn't it?  I hope you're excited to come join us again on Tuesday the 10th, as we take in the vistas from the marina park in Bingen.  One of our fellow painters suggested we might enjoy this spot, because it offers great views of the cliffs in Oregon, the river, and the hillsides right above us in Bingen.  There is plenty of parking, and there is a bathroom.  Two possible sites exist:  the boat launch area, or the windsurfing launch site.  For the sake of convenience, let's meet at the boat launch area and discuss the plan.

Driving directions:  Cross the Hood River Bridge, turn right and head to Bingen.  Turn right on Maple Street, heading toward the businesses and parks at the Port of Klickitat.  When you see the blue sign saying "Welcome to Bingen Point, Port of Klickitat" you just need to turn left and head toward the end of the road where the boat ramp, marina park, and sailboard park are located.  

Last Tuesday, we had the pleasure of meeting and painting with Jeanne Chamberlain, who drove all the way from Portland to see what the lights and colors are like over here.  She told me that the sky here is a totally different experience than what she finds in Portland.  Sharon Benveniste, from Lyle, was also a newcomer to the group.  It's great to have new people sharing their paintings, experiences, and ideas with us!  Please come join us at 9:00 a.m. this coming Tuesday.  The more the merrier!