Registration Opens
Wednesday, April 9, 7:00 a.m. (Click Here to Register)
Description
Ready to try plein air sketching or painting? Sarah F. Burns will show you her favorite strategies for creating artwork outdoors at the spectacular Pompadour Bluff and guide you in understanding color and light to create your own unique expression. This is a great opportunity for artists with some experience, but all are welcome to attend. Please bring your own painting or sketching supplies. Sarah will provide a list of suggestions upon registration.
Before painting, artists will have the opportunity to tour Pompadour Bluff on a guided hike by Kristi Mergenthaler, Botanist and Stewardship Director. Walk through the beautiful oaks and grasslands before reaching the top where the views are outtasight!
In 2021, we were honored to be gifted an iconic landmark of the Southern Bear Creek Valley, The Harry & Marilyn Fisher Preserve at Pompadour Bluff. Harry Fisher bequeathed this 55-acre property to SOLC in his will. Read more about what makes this scenic place so special and how you can support its conservation.
Date and Time
Wednesday, May 7, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Tour of Pompadour Bluff)
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Paint Out at Pompadour Bluff)
Due to the accessibility of Pompadour Bluff, please expect to stay for the entire time. If you are unable to stay the entire time, then please drive seperately. There will not be any in and out access.
Meeting Location
Rite Aid Parking Lot, 2341 Ashland Street, Ashland, OR 97520 (Carpool to Harry & Marilyn Fisher Preserve at Pompadour Bluff)
Focus
Plein Air Painting, Introduction to Pompadour Bluff, Ecology, Future Plans for Pompadour Bluff
Guide
Sarah F Burns, Local Artist, and Kristi Mergenthaler, Stewardship Director, Southern Oregon Land Conservancy
Hiker Limit
15 Hikers
Difficulty
Moderate to Difficult, Low Speed, Hike Off-Trail, Uneven Terrain, Steep Slopes, Elevation Gain of 280 Feet
Visitors will be walking on and off trail on steep slopes at a slow pace. There will be no more than one mile of walking.
Bathroom
None
Pet Policy
This property is protected to conserve special habitats. Therefore, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home. Certified Assistance Dogs that have been certified at a training facility by an Assistance Dogs International, Inc. will be the only dogs that are allowed.
