Join other artists in the great outdoors for “en plein air” paint-outs, Wednesday mornings, 9am-noon, May 15-October 30, 2024.
Organized by Nelia Harper, this casual gathering is for artists of all skill levels to paint/draw and experience community. Each week, artists will meet at a new location in the Grand Rapids area, rain or shine.
There is NO COST to attend. We ask that you register at least once, even if you plan to attend multiple dates, in order to have contact information for everyone in case of last minute location changes. Participants
may arrive any time during the duration of the paint-out, but keep in
mind that painters may spread out and be hard to find.
Remember to bring appropriate weather gear and water.
June- June 5 22994 Kolp Road, Grand Rapids, MN- Located on the right hand side at the very end of Kolp Road. There are lake views, meadows, gardens, outbuildings, woodland trails, and outhouse. Plenty of room to explore and spread out.
- June 12 Forest History Center, 2609 County Road 76, Grand Rapids, MN- Five miles of trails, including bog, river, woods, horses, wildflowers, and re-created logging camp. Meet in the main parking lot. The Forest History Center will be doing it's regular programming during June. If you would like to paint in the logging camp (horses, costumed interpreters and cool buildings and equipment) there is a $12 fee for regular admittance, $10 for seniors, and free for members. If you think you are eligible for free admission (due to financial circumstances), just mention that you think you are eligible and you are admitted. Otherwise, the grounds of the Forest History Center are open to everyone at no charge. Pets must be leashed.
- June 19 Gunn Park, 4680 Hwy 38, Grand Rapids, MN- Located on Prairie Lake, this park includes stands of pine, woodland, forest, walking trails, grassy areas, and lake views. Meet in the parking area near the pavilion.
- June 26 MN North College, 1851 Hwy 169, Grand Rapids, MN- There is so much to choose from at the college: barns, outbuildings, bog walk, cattle herds, birds, flower gardens and forest. After turning into the college, take the first right-hand turn at the roundabout. Follow to the end and meet there.
