The exceptional artistic talent in Camas and surrounding area will be showcased for the “Plein Air Art Event” for Camas First Friday on Friday, September 2, 2016. Plein air artists will set up their easels in Downtown Camas and paint from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Plein Air is the French tradition where artists paint the landscape in the “open air.” Many other local artists and live music will be featured throughout downtown as well.
The finished plein air art pieces will be on display at the Camas Gallery, 408 NE 4th, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm that evening. The community will vote for its favorites and “People Choice Awards” will be given. These works of art will then be auctioned off at the Dinner in White on the Columbia, a benefit for the Washougal Library Building Fund, on Saturday, September 10th at Marina Park at the Port of Camas Washougal.
Enjoy outdoor dining and live music, kids’ art and crafts, including The Paint Roller Mobile Paint Party where children can do an art painting of their own; chalk art, and don’t forget to bring your friends (and your best smile) for the Selfie Photo Booth.
“This event is a fantastic way to build art appreciation in our community,” says Carrie Schulstad, Executive Director of the Downtown Camas Association (DCA). “We have amazing and diverse talent in our area and it is so wonderful that the artists want to share their work with us at this level. Come down and experience the local art and I bet you will find something you just love.”
First Fridays are Art, Activities, Dining, and After Hours Shopping themed family friendly events coordinated by the DCA each month of the year to support downtown and bring the community together. For all the information, visit Downtown Camas Association online.
