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Membership Dues Discount $45.00 Oct. 1 - Dec. 31. Then Jan.1 on $55.00
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** Attendees to any Plein Air Painters of Idaho event, paint out, or workshop understand that it is entirely at their own risk.**
Regularly Scheduled Events
Regularly Scheduled Events
Every Wednesday 10:00AM-1:00PM year round.
We paint inside during the cold months of winter with the beauty of the flowers and plants around us and outside in the park setting in the warmth of spring and summer. At noon we will gather to share our work. We are guests at the greenhouse and need to be respectful of our setups not interfering with the operations and customers. No selling of your paintings during these paint outs please.
Edwards Greenhouse, 4106 Sand Creek Street, Boise.
Every Sunday 11:30AM
November - April
The Warehouse is a food court with many food/drink options and a large seating area. This gives us a nice warm place to meet during the winter months. Bring something to paint or paint what you see there.
370 S. 8th Street Boise, ID
Indian Creek Winery
Every Second Sunday April- October
12:00 – 4:00PM
Enjoy painting with others while listening to music. Wine is always available and usually there is a food truck.
1000 N McDermott Rd, Kuna, ID 83634, USA
Franz Witte Nursery
Franz Witte Nursery
Join us for a paint out every month on the first Friday of the month. 11:00AM
We paint inside during the cold months of winter with the beauty of the flowers and plants around us and outside in the park setting in the warmth of spring and summer. At noon we will gather to share our work. We are guests at the greenhouse and need to be respectful of our setups not interfering with the operations and customers. No selling of your paintings during these paint outs please.
20005 11th Ave N, Nampa, ID 83687
Special/Seasonal Events
Special/Seasonal Events
Makers' Market At Edwards Greenhouse
November 28, 29,30 10:00AM-3:00PM
Plein Air Painters of Idaho have been invited to sell their art at this market event.
Quick Draw Sept. 19 5:00PM-8:30PM
Quick Draw Sept. 19 5:00PM-8:30PM
Click Here To Register: https://idahoartgallery.com/quick-draw/
Nelli Garibyan
Idaho Art Gallery
208.404.6217
To register: email Stephanie Youngerman (ssyoungerman@gmail.com) AND send a $25.00 check (snailmail) made out to PAPI to: Hugh Larkin, PAPI Treasurer, 6045 S Hill Farm Way, Meridian, ID 83642 by Sept. 24.
Workshop Opportunity
Workshop Opportunity
PAPI Presents Wetlands Watercolor Workshop featuring Jack Dykstra (PAPI, Idaho Watercolor Society; and Signature Member, Montana Watercolor Society)
September 28, 2025 10:00-4:00 Scene simplification and painting composition
Some material suggestions: Your favorite colors, brushes and tools. Quality paper (block or sheet) 10" x 14" or 12" X 16"
Meadow Creek Club House, 5285 Riffle Way, Garden City, ID 83616 (N Lake Shore Place dead ends into Riffle Way and the club house is at the intersection)
Brown Bag lunch - Microwave and Fridge available
10 participants Rainy day back-up plan; please bring a photo of a place you want to paint Fee: $25.00, PAPI members only
These are a sample of the views just a few steps away from the clubhouse
Collister Garden Tour
Collister Garden Tour
Sunday September 21 10:00AM-4:00 PM
The Collister Garden Tour is set to return in 2025 for the AUTUMNAL EQUINOX! Come gander at gardens resembling the comfort of cyclical change and explore the richness of early fall colors in beautiful Boise.
There will be a MAXIMUM of 400 tickets available. Our goal every year is to sell out prior to the event, so buy your tickets early and mark your calendars for this one of a kind event!
Enjoy , food trucks, Plein Air painters, live music, Molly the Boise Trolley will shuttle you from garden to garden. Tickets on sale NOW and selling fast!
*If you haven't signed up to paint during the tour and would like to please contact us.
PAPI ANNUAL MEMBER MEETING/DEMOS/LUNCH/PAINT OUT
PAPI ANNUAL MEMBER MEETING/DEMOS/LUNCH/PAINT OUT
SEPTEMBER 27th 10:30am – 2:30pm
MK Nature Center
Please join us for our annual meeting! The meeting will be held at the MK Nature Center-Idaho Fish and Game in Boise. After the business portion of the meeting we will have two of our award winning members (Katie Harris & Jack Dykstra) provide demos with great tips to improve your art. Lunch will be provided (RSVP/Lunch Order) After the meeting join in on the Paint Out in the Nature Center Park where you will be surrounded by nature and wildlife.
Eagle Plein Air Festival October 4-11, 2025
Eagle Plein Air Festival October 4-11, 2025
The Eagle Plein Air Festival is a festival, exhibition, and competition open to professional and non-professional artists of all skill levels. More than 80 artists visit beautiful Southwest Idaho to paint, draw, and sketch the natural landscape. Watch a demonstration, take a painting lesson and talk with the artists. At the end of the Festival, the public can view and purchase these unique visions of Eagle at the Festival Exhibition and Awards Reception.
Stanley Paint Out/IWS Meeting
Stanley Paint Out/IWS Meeting
Thursday September 11th:
12:30-3:00 Park Creek Overlook, Mile Marker 124, 10 minutes from Stanley
6:30-9:00 Nocturne in Stanley
Friday September 12th:
10:30-5:00 Redfish Lake Lodge and Beach (To get to Redfish Lake Lodge from Stanley, turn right on Highway 75 for 4 miles. Then turn right onto the marked road for Redfish Lake. After 2 miles, turn right again at the sign for Redfish Lake Lodge.)
6:30-9:00 Nocturne in Stanley
Saturday September 13th:
9:30-2:00 Stanley Lake (14 minute drive) (To get to Stanley Lake turn right onto Highway 21 for 4.8 miles and then turn left onto Elk Mountain Rd/Stanley Lake Road. ) We will meet near the boat dock and trailhead parking area.
2:45-4:45 Sharing Our Work – Workshop and PAPI Participants Social Gathering for All Mountain Village Resort Conference Room
PAPOWorkshopFlyer_draft2.pdf
City of Rocks Paint Out
City of Rocks Paint Out
September 5-7, 2025
City of Rocks National Reserve https://www.nps.gov/ciro/index.htm
Weather should be nice in September, but you should be prepared for Heat, cold, rain and/or wind just in case! You can follow any directions in google maps or Garmin to get here, but make sure you are going to The City of Rocks National Reserve near Almo, Idaho. There are a few "City of Rocks" on the map! Stop by the visitor center in the Town of Almo and get a paper copy of the map. It has all trails (Bike, hike and climb) all parking lots and restrooms. Plus attractions like: Bread Loves, Circle Creek Outlook, Elephant and Bath rock, etc..
***Please print your directions ahead of time as there is very limited Cell reception in that area!***
For painting: I'm planning to paint on Friday afternoon(Location tBD) Saturday morning: Let's plan to leave from the parking lot of the Almo Inn at 8 am. Or meet us at Bath Rock if you know where you are going. Due to limited cell reception in the area, I will post notices at the visitor center if there is a change of plans (This is also the best place to get cell service and check your texts and messages, even when they are closed!) As in the past, we are going to Bath Rock on Saturday, since its the best place to find shade. You might want to bring a sandwich for lunch so you don't have to leave, but its up to you. Follow the main road through City of Rocks National Preserve (Birch Creek Rd) Stay on the main route. Approx 5.4 miles total. Bath Rock is on the left, the parking lot and trail are on the right. I will put out my PAPI sign. But as always, feel free to paint wherever you like! We can make a plan for Sunday based on what everyone wants to do. Last year we went to Twin Sisters, we found shade and it was fabulous!
• City of Rocks has many other fabulous areas for painting. The times posted are just a guide, you can arrive early, stay later or just attend for 1 day if you like. The visitor center in Almo has free maps of the reserve, as well as a short video of the history of the reserve—worth watching. They also have free Wi-Fi (accessible from inside the building and the parking lot). The rangers can answer any logistics questions you might have. There is a Phillips 66 gas/convenience in Albion. The road through the reserve is dirt. Last time I was on it, it was very smooth and fine for passenger cars—however, take it slow! You don’t want a flat! Expect it to be a bit breezy to super breezy! In past years, when it rained, we were able to paint from the Almo Inn covered porch area. If you are staying there, please let me know. Dogs are permitted on-leash in the park and are welcome to paint with you!DO NOT use online mapping directions to Bath Rock, the directions will likely take you a very, very lengthy and curse-worthy wrong way. I plan to paint late afternoon on Friday and all day Saturday, plus half day on Sunday, but others may wish to extend their stay for mid week painting. Feel free to arrive/depart whenever you want—the times are flexible. There are restrooms at the Bath Rock parking lot. There is not always potable water at the Bath Rock area—it is suggested to bring your own just in case.
Breakfasts and Lunches: You’re on your own for breakfasts and lunches. It’s suggested to pack a lunch and/or snack to have while painting during the day.
Dinners: Friday let's plan to go to the Pizza place and then possibly to Durfee Hot Springs for a soak. (Peggy and I went last year, super fun!) Yes, Bathing suits are required, its not THAT type of hot springs, LOL. Saturday night Potluck! (Location to be announced.) We will cook the main course. Please bring your own drinks and something to share like: chips, salads, desserts, etc. If you are a vegetarian, please bring something and we can throw it on the grill for you! After dinner we will gather to share our day’s work and socialize (or work on twilight or Nocturne paintings). We have gotten too large for the Almo Outpost Steakhouse, but feel free to grab a few people and visit them at any time!
Camping/Lodging: There are a few Air BnB's and the Almo Inn has nice rooms. Google for up-to-date camping/lodging info in the area. There is the City of Rocks preserve and also Castle Rock State Park (But you need to book early!) If everything is full, there is "City of Rocks Camp and Climb" no frills RV sites w power or tent sites.
Amenities in Almo: (Google to check hours of operation) Tracy General Store, 3001 S. Elba Almo Rd. Gas, convenience store items, homemade ice cream. Rock City Mercantile: 3049 S. Elba Almo Rd. (between the national reserve and the City of Rocks Visitor Center) Pizza, snacks, wine, beer. Almo Outpost Steakhouse, 3020 S. Elba Almo Rd. The Lunchroom (sandwich shop), 2992 S. Elba Almo Rd. Durfee Hot Springs, 2798 S. Elba Almo Rd. City of Rocks Visitor Center, 3035 S. Elba Almo Rd. Maps, Wi-Fi, T-shirts, books, advice, etc.
Amenities in Albion: (Google to check hours of operation) Phillips 66 gas station and convenience store, 883 S. 883 ID-77. Piggy Sue Barbecue, 262 Main St. One Punch Pizza, 247 W. North St.
Non-PAPI members are welcome to attend, since I know you will want to join PAPI once you see how fun we are!
The Almo Inn, which is the most desirable location to stay, has a limited number of rooms and has been growing in popularity. Reserving a room now if you’re interested is a good idea. There is camping available in the City of Rocks National Reserve (among a few other camping options in the area). Visit this link for more info: https://www.reserveamerica.com/.../cit.../ID/315044/overview, https://www.nps.gov/ciro/index.htm
Almo Inn URL:https://www.almoinn.com/
Little City of Rocks Paint Out May 30 9:00AM-3:00PM
Please RSVP- PAPI Facebook Group Events
More details will be forthcoming.
No restroom.
Check this Event for details the day before for any updates.
https://www.blm.gov/.../natio.../idaho/little-city-rocks-wsa
River of No Return Paint Out
Event by Salt Gaius and Plein Air Painters Of Idaho - PAPI
Salt Mountain Pastoral Retreat
Duration: 3 days June 20-22
Join us for our 2nd annual paint out - stay with SAM (Salmon and Mackay painters) on the mountain and paint in beautiful Salmon Idaho. We will be painting: rivers, streams, mountains, blue skies and clouds. But of course we are known for our river! All levels of painters and all mediums are welcome. Slumber with the rest of us on site - lodging and all meals provided. $100 per person food contribution (non-refundable). Paint Friday, Saturday, Sunday or all 3! Limited number of beds, please contact Teresa Wade or send a private message to Salt Gaius for a bed commitment. CHECK THIS EVENT PAGE prior to attending for any last-minute updates.Approx 6 hrs from Boise, 2 1/2 hrs from Idaho Falls.
Bonners Ferry Paint Out
May 15- May 18
Bonners Ferry is a small town near the Selkirk Mountain range on the west and divided by the Kootenai River. Painters should feel safe walking around at night. There are many coffee/food shops a few blocks walking distance from the Best Western/casino (through a tunnel) along with views of the river and a walking bridge. There should be maps attached in the comments section on this event.
If you are wanting to camp/RV, there are a few places listed below. Rough camping can be done along the entire mountain range west of town, just be mindful of cold, limited cell range, and wildlife which could be encountered. The casino offers great views from the rooms (if northern facing) with balconies that could be used for painting. It also has a nice restaurant overlooking the river.
The Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge https://www.fws.gov/refuge/kootenai will be the focus of the paintout, but folks should be able to find plenty of places to paint if they like. There are good bathroom and water facilities at the refuge office and a lot of the park will be accessible by vehicle.
If there is rain on Saturday, Sugar Plum Greenhouse has kindly allowed us to use their facilities. They are on the main highway as you enter town from the south. https://www.sugarplumfloral.com/
Unfortunately, the alpine lakes in the area may still be blocked because of snow.
If spouses enjoy fishing, I can share a few places to go. There is also a golf course just south of town. https://bonnersferry.id.gov/mirror-lake-golf-course/
Silver Creek & Fairfield Paint Out May 24-May 26
Message from Judy Heusner :
PAPI has a long tradition of having a Paint Out Opening Weekend (For Fly fishing season) at Silver Creek. Located in the Lovely, tiny town of Picabo, ID. Yes, people world class fishing! (See the end of this post for more Fishing details)
PAPI painters can find all kinds of picturesque opportunities for painting. Plus, there is usually a Party Friday night at Picabo Angler, a lunchtime Bar B Que at the Preserve, and lots of free (Dry) camping!
I will probably get there Friday afternoon to get a great camping spot. Nocturne anyone???
Let's plan to paint Saturday and Sunday. Monday is up to you. I will probably head over to Fairfield. Check out the photos (under the Discussion Tab for this event). Scenic Camas Prairie! Very casual, so plan to do whatever schedule makes you happy.
I will have my PAPI Banner on my truck so you can find me. Message me for more info.
Dry Camping: Point of Rocks (Also called Silver Creek East on all the signs) is the party camp, be careful where you park, it gets so crowded you can get blocked in. Willows (Also called Silver Creek West on all the signs) Is where I will be. Is more relaxed and is a great float tube, take out point! Hayspur campground at Hayspur Hatchery and Stanton Crossing Campground (Fish and Game-I think)
Full Hookup: Picabo Angler Silver Creek RV Park is the only one that has Electricity and Water. Contact Picabo Angler https://picaboangler.com/places-to-stay/ Also AirBNB and Hotels in Bellevue
Come early to get a great spot. For the non painting, fishing spouse, they can visit Picabo Angler for all the details. Inside the preserve: (Special rules) Fly Fishing only. No Dogs on the Preserve, but ok everywhere else. Float tubes in certain areas and lots of rules around that! If you have a larger floating craft, like one w oars, you can float from the road to the Willows, since its outside the Preserve and literally my favorite float other than Henry's Fork!
Paint Outs at Sunnyslope's Member Wineries
September
We are welcome to paint at the Sunnyslope wineries.
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