Markham Nature Park, November 30, 2024

Contra Costa Plein Air Paint-Out

Saturday, November 30, 10 am - 2 pm

Markham Nature Park and Arboretum

1202 La Vista Ave., Concord CA 94521

Website: http://markhamarboretum.org/visit/ 

Markham Nature Park has some beautiful fall color right now! Let's paint there on Saturday, November 30th, 10 - 2. If it happens to be raining we can paint under the large, sheltering gazebo with views out toward the park.

Park in the lot at the end of La Vista Avenue, then fan out to explore the creek trail, garden paths or the gazebo if it's raining. I'm attaching a map to help you find us.

Please note, there are NO RESTROOMS in this park, but shopping centers are a short drive away. Admission is free, open rain or shine. This is a joint paint-out with the Jade Fon group. I hope to see you there!

Diablo view at Northgate HS, November 27, 2024

Contra Costa Plein Air Paint-Out

Wednesday, November 27, 10 am - 2 pm

Field across from Northgate High School

425 Castle Rock Rd., Walnut Creek CA 94598

Pop-up paint-out!  This Wednesday, November 27th is forecast to be sunny and the school will be on Thanksgiving break so conditions are perfect for painting at one of our favorite locations, the wide-open field and Diablo view across from Northgate High School. 

Head to Northgate High School and park in the wide shoulder area across the street from the school, then walk out onto the wide, paved trail to find your spot. There's a good chance there will be water in the pond and the creek at the upper end of the trail so there should be some pretty views. The gravel edge of the trail is an active bridle path so let’s not block it with our set-ups.

Please note -- there are no restrooms at this location, so plan ahead. There are shopping centers within a short drive. Admission is free, rain cancels. I hope to see you there! 

Sycamore Grove again, Nov 13, 2024

Contra Costa Plein Air Paint-Out

Wednesday, November 13, 10 am - 2 pm

Sycamore Grove Park

1051 Wetmore Rd., Livermore CA 94550

Sycamore Grove Park - Livermore Area Recreation and Park District

Sycamore Grove is so beautiful right now, let's go back! Park in the lot at 1051 Wetmore Road and pay for your $5 parking permit, then fan out to find your spot. I suggest taking the trail that heads to the right leading toward the pedestrian bridge and creek, sycamores, vineyards and hills.

Parking is $5 per vehicle, restrooms are open, rain cancels. I hope to see you there!