Placerville Arts Association
Paint Out
Wed, July 29
8 - 11:30 am
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Hidden Star Orchards, Camino.
This friendly farm is full of visual delights for artists. (And tasty delights from their bakery!)
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2740 Cable Road, in Camino
(formerly Mill View Ranch)
#23 Apple Hill Grower
facebook.com/HiddenStarOrchards
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No Charge
Open to All Artists and Photographers
PAA Members and Non-Members welcome
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Limit 10 participants (until county restrictions change).
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Please RSVP: Vesla (vgreenwood1@aol.com)
Wed., May 26th
9:00 am - noon
Forebay Reservoir,
2654 Forebay Rd,
Pollock Pines
Let's practice our lake and reflection skills!
Picnic tables and shade trees are available. Restrooms are at the far end by the dam.
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Directions: From Hwy 50 exit at Sly Park Road, turn left on Pony Express Trail, then right onto Forebay Road (right across the street from Safeway). Go about a mile, and the parking area is on the left.
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eid.org/recreation/forebay-reservoir
No Charge
Open to All Artists and Photographers
PAA Members and Non-Members welcome
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Please RSVP: Vesla (vgreenwood1@aol.com)
Wed., October 18, 9:00 am until 1 pm
Hooverville Orchards
1100 Wallace Rd, Placerville
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Hooverville's 72 Acre farm is the biggest producer of Asian pears in the county. Look for pumpkins, rose garden and shaded picnic area. The Bake Shop has seasonal yummy goodies.
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Directions: From Hwy 50, turn north at the light at Spring Street. Turn left at the 4-way stop at Coloma Road (Hwy 49). Follow 49 approximately 4 miles. Just past Red Shack Road, turn left on Wallace Road. There are signs there for Hooverville. Follow Wallace approximately 1.25 miles, and you’ve arrived!
Cancelled
El Dorado Orchards
2881 N Canyon Rd, Camino, eldoradoorchards.com
Friday, Nov. 18
Any time between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m
The farm is partnering with the Amador Artists Association and the Placerville Arts Association to invite artists from all over the area to come set up easels and paint around the ponds on these three dates, Fridays are usually quiet. There is a train, ponds, geese and other scenery to paint.
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Directions: From Hwy 50, exit Schnell School Road or Point View Exit and turn north. Turn right on Carson Road. Just before Boa Vista, turn left on North Canyon Road. Farm is on the right.
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There’s no need to RSVP, but it’s encouraged in case of cancellation. Bad weather will cancel the events.
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Contact Carolyn Cunningham ccart2002@yahoo.com
or Leslie Vasquez at 775-303-5844; email LOV2PaintToday@gmail.com
Paint Outs in El Dorado County
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Wednesday, November 1, 9 am until 1 pm
Westwood Hills Memorial Park
2720 Cold Springs Road, Placerville
This cemetery is beautiful, especially in the fall. Parking is available throughout, with lovely views from the top as well as various areas around the park. Porta-potty is available.
Directions: From east of Placerville town, take Hwy 50; exit at Placerville Drive. Turn right at the bottom of the ramp. Turn right on Cold Springs Road (traffic light). Turn left at the stop sign to stay on Cold Springs. Stay straight at the next stop sign to stay on Cold Springs. Travel approximately 0.4 miles; cemetery will be on your left immediately after the Hidden Springs Villas.
From west of Placerville town, take Hwy 50; exit at Placerville Drive/Forni Road. Turn right at the top of the ramp and follow the road over the bridge. Continue on Placerville Drive about a mile. Turn left on Pierroz Road, then left onto Cold Springs (or you can continue past Pierroz and turn left on Cold Springs and follow the previous directions). Cemetery will be on the left approximately 0.4 miles, immediately after the Hidden Springs Villas.
Thursday, November 9 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Joyce Martin's "Down Home Farm"
100 Whitcomb Way, Placerville
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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!
If the weather is bad on November 9, we can come instead on November 16.
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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.
Paint Out at
Villa Agave
Tues, January 30, 9 am to 2 pm
(Tues Feb 6 as a backup rain date)
Bring your favorite outdoor art gear and cameras for a Paint Out at this unique bed and breakfast estate in the heart of Placerville’s Gold Hill area. This peaceful Spanish style villa has a beautiful patio area, oak trees, and agave plants.
Directions: 1831 Red Fox Road, Placerville. From Hwy 50, exit Greenstone Road (exit 41) and go north. After about 1 mile, turn left on Green Valley Road. Drive 2.7 miles, then turn right onto Lotus Road and go for 3.4 miles. Then take a left on Luneman Road. After .06 mile turn left onto Red Fox Road. Continue another half mile to Villa Agave.
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Note: Extreme weather cancels. Use your own judgement.
RSVP appreciated, email: vgreenwood1@aol.com
Paint Out
Wed., Jan. 19, 9-12 am
El Dorado Hills Town Center
4364 Town Center Blvd, El Dorado Hills
Meet at "Sandra's Rose Garden" near the bridge over the waterway.
Subjects include grand buildings, peaceful patio or the waterway.
Best parking is near the Chase Bank.
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Optional: Meet at noon and share our progress. Lunch ideas include Sellands Cafe, Thai Paradise or Yogaberry.
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Please RSVP for event.
Email: coordinator
Extreme weather cancels.
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Joyce Martin's "Down Home Farm”
100 Whitcomb Way, Placerville.
Thursday, November 10 10 am - 1 pm
This is a plein air artist's dream. There are many subjects to choose from: a pond, bridge, gardens, antique decor, sculptures, flowers, ducks & geese. They may even bring out the 1928 Model A.
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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 LodeDr.). Follow Whitcomb to the end.
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RSVP not required but appreciated. Contact Carolyn Cunningham with questions ccart2002@yahoo.com
(Bad weather will re-schedule for the following Thursday, November 17)
Tuesday, Oct. 6 & 13, 9-12,
Hooverville Orchards
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This working farm has a rose garden, picnic area, a picnic area and a farm store. Hopefully the fall leaves and pumpkins will be around too. We are asked to stay out of the orchards themselves for safety.
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Directions: From Hwy 50, Placerville – Take the Spring St/Hwy 49 exit North – Heading towards Coloma. Go 3.2 miles and turn Left on Wallace Road. Take the scenic winding road 1.2 miles to Hooverville Orchards
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Hooverville Orchards
1100 Wallace Rd, Placerville
http://hoovervilleorchards.com
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Weather permitting...
March 24 (Wednesday)
9:30 am - Noon
Boa Vista Orchards
Join us painting and sketching.
Park across the street from the fruit stand.
2952 Carson Rd. Placerville
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Directions: From Placerville, take Hwy 50 East. Take Carson Road Exit
Turn Left at Carson Road. Drive approx. 1 mile on Carson Road
Note: There is construction nearby on Hwy 50, follow short detour.
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Please RSVP for event.
Email: coordinator
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Paint Out
July 21 (Wednesday), 9am - noon
Hidden Star Orchards
2740 Cable Road, Camino
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This farm has shady areas and scenic views. There is a whole area of rustic village structures for the kids play area that would be fun to sketch. Note: the bakery will not be open.
Directions: From Placerville, take Hwy 50 east. Take exit 54 and turn left on Carson Road. Go 1/2 mile and turn right on Cable Road. First driveway to the left.
RSVP Appreciated. Email coordinator >>
Note: Extreme weather cancels event. Use your own judgement.
Paint Out
Sept. 22 (Wednesday), 9am - noon
Lava Cap Winery
2221 Fruitridge Rd, Placerville, CA 95667
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This winery has a delightful picnic area for visitors and many shady portions with a view of the distant vineyards. Only 10 minutes from Placerville. www.lavacap.com
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RSVP Appreciated.
Directions: From Hwy 50 in Placerville, take exit 48, Schnell School Road. Turn left and go up the hill, then turn right on Carson Road and go for 2.1 miles. Turn left on Union Ridge Rd. then 500 feet turn right on Hassler rd. for .8 mile. Then turn left on Fruitridge, then right into Lava Cap Winery.
Sat. Nov. 6, & 20
10 am - noon
Wakamatsu Farm
Not a PAA event
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941 Cold Springs Road, Placerville
Turn in at the gate past the barn for parking and please sign in and out.
This is an open-farm visitor day and the fee is $10 car.
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The America River Conservancy maintains and improves this remarkable piece of historic property. www.arconservancy.org
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Directions: From Placerville, take Cold Springs Road about 6.9 miles. Entrance and Parking are just past the barn area.
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Please RSVP for event.
Email: coordinator
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Bad weather cancels.
Paint Out's on hold through the winter months.
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Open to All Artists and Photographers. PAA Members and Non-Members welcome.
Please RSVP for events. Email: coordinator
Extreme weather cancels.
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If you have questions, or would like to sign-up for email notification about future paint outs: email coordinator.
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Suggestions for places to paint in El Dorado County are welcome. Needs to have parking and restrooms.
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Directions: From Placerville, take Highway 50 east,
RSVP Appreciated. Email coordinator >>
Note: Extreme weather cancels event. Use your own judgement.
Paint Out
Thurs., Feb. 10
10 am - 1 pm
Marshall Gold Discovery Park, Coloma
"North Beach" Parking Lot.
$10 per car fee ($9 seniors)
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Best views are at the north end by the boat launch. Picnic tables available too.
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Please RSVP for event.
Email: coordinator
Bad weather cancels.
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Paint Out's are open to all Artists and Photographers. PAA Members and Non-Members welcome.
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If you have questions, or would like to sign-up for email notification about future paint outs: email coordinator.
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Suggestions for places to paint in El Dorado County are welcome. Needs to have parking and restrooms.
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Tues, March 22, 2022:
Mud Springs Trading Post, 9:30am-noon, (weather permitting). This antique co-op is full of unique treasures. Antiques, Yard Art, Collectibles & Vintage, and even a train parked on the hill. They also have an art room full of books and frames to browse through. Directions: From Placerville take Hwy 50 west about 5 miles and exit at Missouri Flat Road, and make a left turn. Continue 1.8 miles to Pleasant Valley Road and make a right. Go another 1.8 miles and location is on the right. RSVP Appreciated: vgreenwood1@aol.com
Thurs. April 7, 2022, 9 am - 1 pm
Down Home Farm
100 Whitcomb Way, Placerville
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Joyce Martin invites us again to a Paint Out on her wonderful property. There are many subjects to choose from: a pond, bridge, gardens, antique decor, many flowers, ducks & geese.
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.
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Please RSVP for event. Email: coordinator
Bad weather cancels
Tues, April 26, 2022 9 am - noon
Miraflores Winery
2120 Four Springs Road, Placerville (Pleasant Valley area)
Let’s spend a few hours to study this lovely old world Mediterranean style building, the landscaping, or the hillside vineyards. If interested, join me after painting for a wine tasting on the patio at noon ($20). Their website is mirafloreswinery.com Directions: From Placerville, take Hwy 50 east for about 2 miles. Exit to the right at Point View Drive and turn left onto Broadway (which turns into Newtown Rd). Continue 5.6 miles to Pleasant Valley Road and turn left. Go 1.2 miles and continue left onto Sly Park Rd (E16). Go 2.5 miles and take the first right onto Four Springs Road. Go .4 miles and Winery is on the left. Turn left to go through the gate and up the driveway to parking at the top of the hill. (Or paint from the road looking up.)
RSVP appreciated: email coordinator >>
Paint Out
May 24, (Tues), 9 to noon
Boeger Winery
1709 Carson Road, Placerville
Historic building, pond, picnic area, vineyards, and afterwards, wine tasting! No pressure, no contest, no rules... Just get out and be creative in a beautiful and historic location. boegerwinery.com
Directions: From Hwy 50, take exit 48 at Schnell School Road. Go uphill on Schnell School Road and then turn right onto Carson Road and go about 1/3 mile. Boeger Winery will be on your left at 1709 Carson Road. Drive down past the vineyards to the tasting room at the bottom of the hill. Parking is behind the warehouse.
RSVP Appreciated.
Paint Out
July 19, 2022 (Tues), 9am - noon
Lava Cap Winery
2221 Fruitridge Rd, Placerville, CA 95667
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This winery has a delightful picnic area for visitors and many shady portions with a view of the distant vineyards. Only 10 minutes from Placerville. www.lavacap.com
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RSVP Appreciated.
Directions: From Hwy 50 in Placerville, take exit 48, Schnell School Road. Turn left and go up the hill, then turn right on Carson Road and go for 2.1 miles. Turn left on Union Ridge Rd. then 500 feet turn right on Hassler rd. for .8 mile. Then turn left on Fruitridge, then right into Lava Cap Winery.
Paint Out
Wed., Aug. 17, 9 am - noon
Cameron Park Lake
2989 Cambridge Road, Cameron Park
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There may be a $3 parking fee. $2 for seniors 62+.
www.cameronpark.org/cameron-park-lake
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RSVP (appreciated but not required):
Carolyn Cunningham at ccart2002@yahoo.com
Directions: From Placerville, take Hwy 50 west. Exit Cambridge Road in Cameron Park. Turn right onto Cambridge. Travel approximately 2 miles. Park will be on your right.
Boa Vista Orchards
2952 Carson Rd, Placerville, boavista.com
Wednesday, October 19 9 am – noon
There are pumpkins!! Distant Views!! Fruit Stand!! Fresh Bakery Goodies!!
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Directions: From Hwy 50, exit Schnell School Road or Point View Drive. Travel north to Carson Road. Turn right and follow Carson. Pass Abel’s Acres on the left, and Pine-O-Mine Ranch on the right. Boa Vista will be on the right, with parking lots available on both sides of the street.
RSVP not required. Patronage at the bakery or other areas of the market is always appreciated. Bad weather cancels.
Contact Carolyn Cunningham with questions ccart2002@yahoo.com
Wed. May 12, 2021
9 am - noon
Wakamatsu Farm
941 Cold Springs Road, Placerville
Turn in at the gate past the barn for parking and please sign in and out. Meet by the pond. Pack light as it is a short walk.
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The America River Conservancy maintains this remarkable piece of historic property. www.arconservancy.org
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Directions: From Placerville, take Cold Springs Road about 6.9 miles. Entrance and Parking are just past the barn area.
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Please RSVP for event.
Email: coordinator
July 18 8:30 am - 1 pm
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- Old Stone Bridge -
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Off Highway 50,
4.5 miles west of Twin Bridges. (Old Lincoln Highway)
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There is a "Passing Lane Ahead" sign at the west end of the pullout.
(no restrooms at site)
Carpools advised so we don't mess up the scene with vehicles. To meet in Placerville for carpool leaving at 7:45
email coordinator
Thanks to the Tahoe Art League Plein Air Group for having this on your calendar.
Here's another opportunity for you to paint this special spot.
Saturday, Sept. 26, 9-11,
El Dorado Savings Bank
Hwy 50 & El Dorado Road.
The beautiful flowers in their landscaping are calling to be painted.
Limit 10 participants
Please RSVP: Vesla (vgreenwood1@aol.com)
March 21 & 28, 2017, 9-1
Greenwood Creek River Access,
So. Fork American River, near Coloma
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It’s a few minutes walk from the parking lot down a slight grade on a partially paved road so pack light.
Directions: About 4 miles past Coloma,
the turnoff is on the west side of the road just past a small creek overpass. Parking lot has a public restroom.
Thurs, May 12, 2022 9 am - 1 pm
High Sierra Iris Farm
3170 Hassler Rd., Camino
Directions: From Placerville, take Hwy 50 east about 5 miles. Turn left on Carson road for 1-3/4 miles. Turn Right on North Canyon Road and go 1-3/4 miles. Turn Left on Hassler Road and go 1/2 mile. Turn left through large black wrougt-iron gate into High Sierra Iris & Wedding Gardens (Sign says "Mount Olympus").
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Their website is www.weddingsnflowers.com
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Note: cell phone reception is slow at the site.
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Bring a bag lunch for an informal optional noontime show & tell.
Please RSVP - email coordinator >>
Paint Out
August 7 (Saturday), 9am - noon
People's Mountain Farmers Market
5041 Garden Valley Rd, Garden Valley
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It’s a great place to have a paint out and get some vegetables. There will be music by the group, Coloma Celtic. Bring your own chair for sitting and listening to the music (old time and Irish.) or paint.
Directions: From Placerville, take Cold Springs Road about 7.5 miles to Coloma. Continue another 1.5 miles farther to Marshall Road and turn right. Go 4.8 miles to get to the park at 5041 Garden Valley Rd.
RSVP Appreciated. Email coordinator >>
Note: Extreme weather cancels event. Use your own judgement.
Tuesday, September 22
9 - 12 am
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Eskaton Pond, Placerville
Discover a quiet corner at the back of the complex.
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3380 Blairs Ln, Placerville, CA 95667
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Limit 10 participants until county restrictions change
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Please RSVP: Vesla (vgreenwood1@aol.com)
​Monday, Oct. 19, 9-12,
Combellack-Blair House B&B,
and other Historic Buildings
Parking at 3049 Cedar Ravine, behind the dental office, or at the Title Company.
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