PAA Paint Out

Paint Outs are outings in El Dorado County for artists to sketch, paint or photograph. These are open to all artists and photographers. PAA members and non-members are welcome.

To find out when new events are scheduled, we have a Paint Out update email notification list. If you have questions or would like to sign-up for email notification about future paint outs, send a note to: vgreenwood1@aol.com

Have a scenic places you would like to visit in El Dorado County? Please let us know (with parking for up to 10 vehicles and restrooms nearby).

Note: Extreme weather always cancels event. Use your own judgment.

Paint Out

Burke Junction

Sat. April 20, 9-12

Join in the Spring Celebration at this colorful western theme shopping area. There will be an arts festival, kids activities, theater shows and more. If you like a quieter space, there is a church and a park just behind the shopping center.

3300 Coach Lane, Cameron Park

Directions: From Hwy 50, Take exit 35 for Cameron Park Dr. Turn left onto Cameron Park Dr. Make the first right onto Coach Lane. Go about .2 miles, past the entire Safeway complex. Burke Junction will be on the left.

Note: There photos were taken on a rainy day, so they are not quality examples.

Thursday, May 16, 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Joyce Martin's "Down Home Farm"

100 Whitcomb Way, Placerville

This property is a plein air artist's dream. There are many subjects to choose from: a pond, bridge, gardens, antique decor, many flowers, ducks & geese. Some of us have been there several times and still find something new to paint!

Directions: From Hwy 50, take El Dorado Road exit south about a mile. Turn right on Whitcomb Way (which is parallel to Silver Lode Rd., and just before Mother Lode Dr.). Follow Whitcomb to the end #100 Down Home Farm.

RSVP not required but appreciated. Email coordinator

Sat. June 1, 9 am - 1 pm
Paint Out at
Marshall Gold Discovery Park, Coloma.
We will join the California Art Club for a Paint Out
310 Back Street, Coloma, CA 95613

This paint/sculpt-out location is adjacent to the American River in the historic town of Coloma where the California gold rush started. The site has historic churches, post office, Chinese store, and other gold rush era buildings; majestic trees, river vistas, and high rolling hills.

The state park charges $10 for parking ($9 for seniors)
Their sign-in table will be next to the Sawmill Parking Lot. Look for the California Art Club sign.
They plan to gather after painting at the outdoor tables behind the Argonaunt Farm Cafe for a no-host lunch. Food may be purchased from the Argonaunt Cafe or bring your own lunch. This will be a time to share our paintings and visit with each other.

Membership with CAC not required.
Chapter Chair Contact/Liaison Email: kflevenson@gmail.com

PAA contact is Vesla Hooper

SAVE THE DATE

El Dorado County Fair
Plein Air Contest
June 14, Friday, 12-6
Check in 12-2, return artwork before 6 pm
Entry Fee $10
Complete details in the fair entry guidebook or online at eldoradocountyfair.org.