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RODNEY STUART mixed media

541-399-7451

2860 Hazel Ave, Hood River, OR rstuart1945@yahoo.com www.rodneycstuart.com

My studio is a large garage, the surrounding landscape, and collections of masks, heads, toys and boxes full of recycled wood parts. Subjects range from wooden toys, folk style heads, hearts and figures. My works on paper reflect my love of words, color, line and gesture. My prices reflect my interest in finding new homes for my creations and I enjoy trading.

Directions: Take 1-84 to exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Turn south on Rand Rd. Turn right on May Street. Right on 30th and right on Hazel Ave, last house on left with blue trim. Parking: Park on Hazel Ave.

Open year-round by appointment

iJONES & JONES (Kenton

541-386-5535

1192 21st Street, Hood River, OR jonesandjones1@charter.net www.custommade.com/by/jonesandjones/

Furniture and home accessories handcrafted out of reclaimed lumber from houses and barns found primarily in the Columbia Gorge area. Each piece is hand signed and preserved with a natural oil wax finish. All our designs are original.

Directions: Take 1-84 to exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Turn south on Rand Rd. Turn left on May Street. Turn right onto 21st Street. Studio is the big red steel building on the right side of the street. Parking: Available on driveway/property and on 21st.

Open year-round by appointment

oKATHRYN WATNE jewelry: enamel / copper / sterling

541-490-6897

1220 18th Street, Hood River, OR watne@gorge.net www.facebook.com/Kathryn-Watne-Enamels-113246858796602/ Situated next to a wonderful koi pond and a commanding view of Mt. Adams, my studio and surounding garden is a little sanctuary where I create one of a kind pieces of enamel/copper/ sterling silver jewelry.

Directions: From Exit 63, go south onto 2nd. Take a right on Oak Street. Turn left on 13th and at the top of the hill turn right on May St. Just past the swimming pool turn left on 18th. I am the first house just past the county yard. Studio is in the backyard. Parking: Street parking on 18th.

Open year-round by appointment

1) HEATHER MARLOW jewelry / pastels

509-412-2245

1220 18th Street, Hood River, OR Heathermarlow60@gmail.com

I paint with pastels, on sanded paper, generally with a watercolor underpainting. I would consider my work between impressionism and realism. With my jewelry, I only use natural stones with sterling, or mixed metals. The beauty and distinct change of the seasons in the Gorge drive my creativity, my palette and subject matter.

Open year-round by appointment

1! KRISTI HECK textiles

541-490-0929

1513 Taylor Ave, Hood River, OR kristi@kheckart.com www.kheckart.com

I design two-dimensional patterns, which are produced into vibrant printed fabric. My basement studio is filled with inspiration, color, and fabric swatches galore. There will be some of my original art, printed framed work, as well as fabric items for purchase.

Directions: From I-84, Exit 62. Turn south onto W. Cascade, follow 1.2 miles then turn right onto 13th Street. Follow up the hill, past Jackson Park. Take right on Taylor Ave. House is on left. Parking: Available on Taylor Ave.

Open year-round by appointment

1@ KAREN WATSON pastel

541-490-5361

1012 5th St., Hood River, OR karenandwiley@gmail.com karenpwatson.blogspot.com

Vibrant and colorful landscapes created with soft pastel on toned sand paper, inspired by the Pacific Northwest and my travels. My intention is to paint fresh and energetic images that evoke an emotional response from the viewer.

Directions: From Exit 63, go south onto 2nd. Take a right on Oak Street. Turn left on 13th and at the top of the hill turn left on May. Turn right on 5th, studio located behind house. Parking: Available on 5th and alley located behind studio.

Open year-round by appointment

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Mark Nilsson

Acrylic Paintings

541-490-8000

7 Hazel Avenue, Hood River, OR info@marknilsson.com www.marknilsson.com

My studio is part of my home and is made up of three rooms, two for painting and one for a wood shop to make my frames and miscellaneous wood projects. The walls are covered in paint – it is a working studio with a nice view of the river!

Directions: From I-84, Exit 63 go south onto 2nd. Right on Oak Street. Take a left onto 6th Street, go across State Street heading up the hill which becomes Serpentine, take a left onto Hazel Avenue, house and studio are on the right hand side, #7 Hazel. Parking: Available at the house, extra parking on Hazel Ave.

Open year-round by appointment

1# RACHEL HARVEY

oil paintings

541-806-3727

For Tour: 205 Oak St., Studio 5, Hood River

(Year-round: 5414 KLM Drive, Mt. Hood, OR) rachel@rachelharveyart.com rachelharveyart.com

Evocative, contemporary landscapes celebrating the abstract elements of nature.

Directions: From Exit 63, go south onto 2nd. Right on Oak St. Enter Hall Bldg on south side of Oak Street, between 2nd & 3rd Streets. “Hall Building” is written on door. Walk up the stairs and turn left. Parking: Parking on the street.

Open year-round by appointment

1% CATHY STEVER glass / watercolors / oil / acrylic

541-806-1066

1328 Lincoln St., Hood River, OR cathystever@gmail.com www.cathystever.com

My glasswork combines luscious color and reflective light in an attempt to represent the eternal. My paintings blend elements from nature and native cultures to create a message that speaks to the heart.

Directions: From I-84, Exit 63 go south onto 2nd. Take first right after bridge onto Cascade Avenue. Turn right onto 13th St. and left on Lincoln. Studio is on left hand side of the road. Parking: On the street is available and driveway. Enter the studio on the west side of home. Open year-round by appointment

1^ JOY KLOMAN oil / acryclic / prints / collages

541-399-7873

1412 13th St, 100A, Hood River, OR joy@joysartstudio.com www.joysartstudio.com; joykloman.com

A former professor of art, Joy started Joy’s Art Studio in 2016, where she creates art upstairs, hosts painting parties, and teaches painting and drawing classes to all ages. Joy creates oil and acrylic paintings, prints, collages, drawings, and photographs. She recently won 2nd place (from 15,700 entries) in Michael’s National Art Challenge.

Directions: I-84 take Exit 63. South on 2nd Street, right onto Oak Street. Left onto 13th St. Destination will be on the right, next to Ten Speed Coffee. Parking: On the street.

Open year-round by appointment

1& BRIAN CHAMBERS

photography

541-490-6710

918 Union St., Hood River, OR BrianChambersPhotography@gmail.com bcphotography.zenfolio.com

View a selection of fine art photography prints that capture the beauty and magic of the Columbia River Gorge. All prints will be ready to hang in a variety of sizes and formats (metal, acrylic, canvas, etc). Photo cards and coasters available and special orders are always welcome.

Directions: I-84, Exit 63, south on 2nd. Right on Oak St., then left on 13th St.. Take a left on Belmont Street. Belmont becomes Union St. Road narrows and heads up small hill. Blue craftsman house on left at corner. Parking: On street or driveway on east side of home. Open year-round by appointment

1* LEAH HEDBERG

photography

541-387-5571

2923 Eliot Drive, Hood River, OR leah@theartofwelcome.com TheArtofWelcome.com

Step into the wonder of the earth as you explore vibrant photographs of luminous botanicals, sensuous fruits, and local Hood River subject matter. Learn about the photographic process and enter to win a unique piece of art.

Directions: I-84, Exit 63, south on 2nd. Take a right on Oak St., then left on 13th Street. Turn left at second signal onto Eliot. Studio is at the end of road, right side, cream farmhouse. Parking: Along street in front of house. Wooden arrows point to studio entrance at east side (downstairs).

Open year-round by appointment

1( CHARLENE FORT glass

541-490-3899

1228 Tucker Rd., Hood River, OR charfort@gmail.com www.cfortglass.com

In all its sparkling beauty you will find wall hangings, functional art pieces such as vases, cups and bowls, personal jewelry, and decorations for the yard. Stakes, spires, flowers, floats and more!

Directions: Take 1-84 to exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Go 1.2 Miles. Turn right onto 13th St; follow approx 1 mile uphill, 13th becomes 12th. After passing Rosauers, 12th becomes Tucker Road. Go to the 2nd large curving turn. Take a right on Bradley Dr. and then a left into the circular driveway. Parking: Plenty in circle drive.

Open year-round by appointment

2) STEPHANIE JOHNSTON

jewelry: glass / polymer clay

503-502-9058

For Tour: 1228 Tucker Road, Hood River, OR (Year-round studio in The Dalles, OR) sljohnston08@gmail.com www.gorgeartists.org

I work in two mediums, fused glass and Polymer Clay. Beautiful and amazing items can be created with both processes, ranging from wall art to home décor and jewelry. Both must be heated to acquire the final product but the processes before and after are totally different and equally rewarding.

Parking: Plenty in circle drive.

Open year-round by appointment

2! ELIZABETH SEE oil paint

509-493-1620

1840 Orchard Road, Hood River, Oregon epaint@centurylink.net elizabethseepaints.blogspot.com

I paint in oils on wood. My subject matter includes the animal and scenery of the Columbia River Gorge.

Directions: Take I-84 to exit 62. Turn South onto West Cascade. Go 1.2 miles. Turn right onto 13th street. Follow aprox. 1 mile uphill, 13th becomes 12th. After passing Rosauers, 12th becomes Tucker Road. Continue on Tucker Road past the airport, then turn left onto Orchard Road. Turn left down the long driveway. Parking: Plenty in the driveway.

Open year-round by appointment

2@ CINDY RIDDLE pastel / watercolor / oil

541-386-0917

2554 Riverview Dr., Hood River, OR c.blachly@yahoo.com

My artwork shows my intense relationship with the natural forms found in the Columbia River Gorge. I use a variety of mediums — pastel, watercolor and oil — to paint the spirit of what I see.

Directions: Take Exit 64 and go south on Hwy 35. At the 4-way intersection, the China Gorge Restaurant will be on your left. Turn left onto The Old Columbia Highway and wind your way up the road. Turn right on Highline Drive, marked by a row of mailboxes. At curve, stay straight onto Riverview Drive. My house (studio) is the first house, with stone pillars marking the driveway. Parking: You may park directly across from my house on the edge of the field - there is lots of parking there. Please do not park in my driveway as it is a shared driveway.

Open year-round by appointment

Mosier 84 69 StateRd 30 3rd

2% MOSIER ARTISTS 23-25

PENY WALLACE

1050 Asher St., Mosier, OR asherart98@gorge.net www.asherarts.net

I live in Mosier with a beautiful view of the Columbia River, with a view to the north of the Mosier syncline. My process uses the human body as a starting point. I am inspired by the lines of the human form. During the tour, I will be demonstrating the casting process.

Directions: Take exit 69 in Mosier. Turn right on Center St. Drive up, road turns slightly. Turn right on Blanchard Blvd. First driveway on the right after a gentle turn. Stay to the right when driveway splits.

Parking: Anywhere.

Approximate Distances from Mosier to:

Hood River: ~ 5 mi

The Dalles: ~ 15 mi

2$ JAN BYRKIT textiles

541-490-1306

1537 State Rd., Mosier, OR janbyrkit@gmail.com www.byrkitwear.com

My work is in textiles. I do a combination of my graphic arts with sewing, beading and dying. I express my art through clothing. We will be demonstrating the printing press and hand painting techniques. We will have a station set up for painting for all that would like to try it!

Directions: From I-84, take exit 69. Turn right on Washington. Turn left on 3rd. Stay on road and it will become State Rd. 2 miles up from bridge on State. Left side. Parking: PLENTY.

Open year-round by appointment

2% LESLEY SAUNDERS textiles / painting

305-360-1416

1900 Paradise Ridge Place, Mosier, OR lesleyes2@gmail.com

The studio is both a working sewing station with machines and all materials at hand and a painting station for creating original art. See/feel the variety of fabrics and canvas, the beading and hardware used, and the painting studio. Various patterns are shown so that the whole process of manufacturing can be experienced. I also have my paintings on display; some on canvas, some done on recycled pallets.

Directions: From I-84, take exit 69. 5 miles up State Road out of Mosier, turn west on Paradise Ridge Rd. Go one mile, drive is marked 1900 on the left. Parking: Plenty.

Open year-round by appointment

Distances

Hood

~ 22 mi

Note: Maps are not exactly to scale.

2^ JAMES DIEM ceramics

541-354-9966

4415 Hwy 35, Hood River, OR jim@hawkeyedesign.com hawkeyedesign.com

I create highly functional pots with an eye towards clean lines and elegant forms. Dynamic glaze color combinations set the work apart. Come on up and see!

Directions: Take Exit 64 and go south on Hwy 35. Studio driveway is on the left approximately 8.7 miles up Hwy 35 from the 4 way stop at China Gorge. Look for large blue Open Studio sign on left. Studio is the first left up driveway. Parking: Park diagonally by pine trees on left.

Open year-round by appointment

Linda Reichenbach

textiles: art quilts

541-352-3541

5840 Hwy 35, Hood River, OR hoe_67924@yahoo.com

I am a free spirit quilter that uses fabric, fiber, color, and texture to express my art. I follow my heart when I create. In my shop, you will see that I have several stations set up so you can see the general process start to finish, as I create my quilts of whimsey, or abstract, or sometimes just a surprise! Come check it out.

Directions: Take Exit 64 and go south on Highway 35 approx. 11.6 miles. House is on the right. Watch for signs. Parking: We have plenty of parking with easy return to Highway 35.

Open year-round by appointment

2* DONNA SILVERBERG glass: fused

503-701-4282

4585 Baldwin Creek Drive, Mt. Hood, OR donna@dsconsult.co

Instagram: Baldwincreekglass

Mt. Hood-inspired fused glass pieces (plates, bowls, jewelry, wall hangings and garden art) that can be used as practical art or shown as “art.” Pieces reflect the natural environment which surrounds this lovely Upper Hood River Valley studio facing Mt. Hood.

Directions: Take Exit 64 and go south on Highway 35. Approx. 11.8 miles, turn right on Baldwin Creek Drive. House and studio are the last (red) buildings on the left. If you hit the dead end, make a U turn and it’s the first on the right! Parking: Parking is available on-site or on the road out front. Open year-round by appointment

SALLY BILLS BAILEY watercolor / acrylic

503-819-2670

4135 Cunningham Drive, Mt Hood, OR mthoodsally@gmail.com www.sallybillsbailey.com

Come enjoy my studio in beautiful Mt Hood! I will have my studio full of recent works including the numerous moods and seasons of Mt Hood, colorful and whimsical fruit and a sampling of southwest works. All of my artwork is fresh, colorful and great for any interior decorating scheme. Framed and unframed paintings, and cards, all at a variety of prices will be available for purchase.

Directions: Take Exit 64 and go south on Hwy 35. Drive 12 miles to community of Mt Hood. Just past the Mount Hood Town Hall, turn left on Cunningham Drive. Last house on right. Parking: Ample! Open April - October by appointment

CHARLENE RIVERS acrylic / mixed media

541-352-7362

8161 Jordan Road, Mt Hood, OR charleneriversstudio@gmail.com https://sites.google.com/site/ charleneriversstudio/home

Downstairs gallery and work space, small skylight studio, art throughout my home and garden can be viewed on your tour. Copies of my children’s coloring books, my adult instruction books and signup for summer workshops will also be available.

Directions: Take I-84 Exit 64, Hwy 35 south. Go about 16 miles. Turn right onto Baseline. Turn sharp left onto Jordan Road. Stay left on Jordan Road. House and studio are on the left in a pear orchard. Parking: Plenty of parking in driveway and orchard. Open year-round by appointment

3! BILL STURMAN

Watercolor Painting

541-352-0926

8495 Hwy 35, Mt Hood, OR wmasturman@gmail.com

I paint in watercolor. Most of my pieces emphasize light and shadow and focus on the flora and fauna that surrounds me in the Upper Hood River Valley.

Directions: Take I-84 Exit 64 and turn south to Hwy 35. Continue on Hwy 35 about 17 miles, going past the three Parkdale turnoffs (at Mt. Hood Country Store, at Toll Bridge Park, and at Baseline Rd). Driveway comes off Hwy 35 to the left (east) one third mile past Baseline Rd. Driveway is 0.9 miles long. Follow signs to studio. Parking: Park diagonally by pine trees on left.

Open year-round by appointment

Approximate Distances from White Salmon to:

Trout Lake: 20 mi

Hood River: 3 mi

Note: Map is not exactly to scale.

WASHINGTON ARTISTS 32-36

3@ JOANNA KAUFMAN

watercolor paintings and illustrations

509-637-6304

9 Dairy Road, Trout Lake, WA info@joannakaufman.com www.joannakaufman.com

Beautiful studio nestled along the White Salmon River, brimming with storybook illustrations and vibrant watercolor paintings. Enjoy demonstrations in the process of illustration and enter to win a unique piece of art. Recharge as you explore the river walk just beyond the studio and gain insight into the artist’s inspiration. Artwork available in a range of sizes and prices.

Directions: From WA-14 W, turn right onto WA-141 Alt (2.2 mi). Continue onto WA-141 N (19 mi). Slight right at service station fork onto Mt Adams Rd (signs for Sno-Parks/Recreation Area) (0.3 mi). Turn right onto Sunnyside Rd (1.1 miles). Turn left onto Dairy Rd (marked by sign for “Charis Way Dairy”). First house on left. Parking: Just west of carport.

Open year-round by appointment

DENNIS HARTLEY acrylic/oil on canvas

541-514-0625

303 Little Mountain Rd., Trout Lake, WA dennishartleyart@gmail.com www.dennishartleyart.com

A retired architect, I have painted professionally since 2000. My home and studio were designed and built in 2014/15, on a 20 acre pasture with views of Mt. Adams and Mt. Hood. My work is landscape based – a continual process of exploration to uncover the essential.

Directions: After milepost 20 but before 21, turn east on Warner Rd. (Glenwood Highway). Within 1000 ft., turn left on Little Mountain Rd. Driveway is about 1/2 mile further on the right, number 303. Parking: Next to the garage and studio.

Open year-round by appointment

3$ ANN FLEMING bronze and ceramic sculpture

503-577-2730

200 SW Edgecliff Dr., White Salmon, WA flemingart@gmail.com annfleming.com

I create handbuilt clay narrative sculptures that either remain in clay with an assortment of fired and cold finishes or they are taken to bronze in limited editions. I will also be showing pottery, jewelry and painting.

Directions: Drive to White Salmon and proceed through downtown on Jewett Blvd. heading west. Turn south on Garfield and stay to the right on to Edgecliff Drive. Last house on the right. Parking: Please park if possible in the gravel areas around my house. Try not to block anyone in. If full, you can park along Edgecliff in the area that runs east to west.

Open year-round by appointment

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SALLY GILCHRIST printmaking

509-637-5599

216 E. Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, WA sally.gilchrist@gmail.com www.sallygilchrist.com

My Linocuts are for sale as fine art framed and unframed and also used in my handmade journals, boxes, and notecards. This year I will have some exciting new textile arts with tea towels, napkins, and table runners made from my designs.

Directions: E. Jewett Blvd is the main street in White Salmon. My studio is at 216 E. Jewett, which is on the north side of the street next door to Pioneer Pizza.

Parking: Free parking on main and side streets.

Open year-round

3^ SARAH MORTON ERASMUS metalsmithing and jewelry

503-327-1384

216 E. Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, WA mejewelry@gmail.com www.mejewelryco.com

I want my work to be wearable and unique and stress the hand made aspect of what I do. I often start with raw silver and gold and make my own wire and findings. I strive to create a brand of simple, sophisticated, mementos and talismans out of the finest eco friendly materials available.

Directions: E. Jewett Blvd is the main street in White Salmon. My studio is at 216 E. Jewett, which is on the north side of the street next door to Pioneer Pizza.

Parking: Free parking on main and side streets.

Open year-round

3& SUZANNE KROL BOLLER oils / carbon pencil / watercolor / inks

714-815-5025

1416 W. 10th St., The Dalles, OR suzannekb@me.com

SuzanneKrolBoller.com

New work in oil and watercolor sketches done in The Columbia River Gorge. I will also be showing my controversial paintings about Southern California’s most polluted waters.

Directions: From I-84 East, Exit 83. Turn left onto W. 6th Street. At stoplight turn right on Weber Street. Turn left on West 10th and the studio will be the first driveway on right just past Blakey Way. It is setback from the road. Parking: Parking is available on either side of the street along West 10th.

Open year-round by appointment

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3* CHARLOTTE VAN ZANT-KING prints / ceramic murals

509-250-2655

For Tour: The Dalles Art Center / 220 E 4th St. (Year-round studio Goldendale, WA) snowcreekstudio@gmail.com www.charlottevanzantking.com

Approximate Distances from The Dalles to:

Hood River: ~ 20 mi

White Salmon: ~ 24 mi

Note: Map is not exactly to scale.

Directions: From I-84, take Exit 85 and turn south away from the river. Go .2 miles, turn R on E 2nd. Go .7 miles. Turn L on Washington. Go 2 blocks. The Dalles Art Center is on the right in the former Carnegie Library on the corner of 4th and Washington. Parking: On the street.

Open year-round by appointment

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RON SHELDON painting on copper

509-250-0774

For Tour: The Dalles Art Center / 220 E 4th St. (Year-round: 183 E Ponderosa Drive, Goldendale, WA 98620) bypass150@yahoo.com r-b-sheldon.com

I like to experiment, which is what led me to painting on copper after years of doing watercolors. I am inspired as much by the process as the subject. I will be showing a wide variety of art at the TDAC including flowers, fish, seashells, silhouettes, horses and more.

Open year-round by appointment

YVONNE PEPIN-WAKEFIELD

multi-media paintings / pit-fired ceramics / author publications

541-980-1288

165 Blue Heron Court, The Dalles, OR wakefieldyvonne@yahoo.com www.yvonnepepinwakefield.com

Fine art paintings on pit-fired ceramics, not to be confused with Raku: coloring comes from a combination of earth, water and fire.

Directions: On I-84 East take Exit 87, turn north. Proceed on Hwy 197, take left at McDonald’s and Water’s Edge. Go straight on NE Lone Pine Blvd. until it turns into Blue Heron Court. The studio is light gray with dark red trim. Parking: Park on any side of the street. Please do not block driveways.

Open year-round by appointment