PLEIN AIR EVENTS SPONSORED BY APAA:

Below this section, you will also find plein air events sponsored by the AZ Plein Air Painters

April 15, 2025 - Crescent Moon Park (Cathedral Rock), Sedona  

Hosted by Nori Thorne - norithorne@gmail.com 240-994-9639

8:00 to 11:00 am

Address.  300 Red Rock Crossing Rd, Sedona, AZ 86336. Drive west from Sedona on US 89A. Just outside town, turn south on FR 216 (Upper Red Rock Loop Road). Drive about 1.5 miles and follow the signs to Red Rock Crossing. All roads are paved.

Info About Crescent Moon Ranch:One of the most photographed scenes in the southwest is towering Cathedral Rock reflected in the waters of Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing. It should come as no surprise, then, that the picnic area located at that same site is as popular as it is beautiful. People come here to paint, fish, swim, and wade in the creek, as well as to picnic and photograph the scenery. Join our local plein air painters to paint this iconic landscape and regroup at 11:00 for a "gallery walk" and lunch, if desired.

Entrance fee: 

• Day Use: $12 per vehicle (up to 5 people)
• Walk-ins, buses, extra passengers: $3 per person, per day
• Passes: Red Rock Grand Annual Pass & Big 3 Red Rock Pass is accepted.

Amenities:

• Picnic tables
• Parking
• Toilets
• Accessible: Toilets, picnic tables
• Drinking water

Website link for paint out: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=55286

PLEIN AIR EVENTS SPONSORED BY AZ PLEIN AIR PAINTERS

NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

April 19, 2025 [8-10:30AM] - Sabino Canyon 

Hosted By: Barb Mulleneaux art@barbaramulleneaux.com

Sabino Canyon, located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, is a premier natural area in southern Arizona. Known for its year-round flowing creek fed by winter snowmelt and summer monsoons, the canyon offers stunning desert landscapes, riparian corridors, and diverse wildlife, including Gila Monsters and Bobcats. Visitors can explore over 30 miles of trails, enjoy walking, hiking, photography, or ride the emission-free Sabino Canyon Crawler or Bear Canyon shuttle. The Visitor Center provides maps, gifts, and helpful information. Note: Pets are not allowed, but service animals are permitted.

5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road, Tucson, AZ 85750

May 3rd, 2025 [8AM-2PM] - Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Let’s paint at the Verde River. Named for the dead horse lying in a field when the previous owners purchased it in 1950, Dead Horse Ranch State Park sits along the Verde River, a short drive from Old Town Cottonwood. Bring Lunch! We will share our paintings and eat together. Fees: $7.00. Restrooms: Yes.

675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, AZ 86326

May 17, 2025 [8AM-Noon] - Watson Lake

After entry, head left to the boat ramp. Fantastic views! Fees: $3.00 per vehicle. Restrooms: Yes. Prescott, AZ 86301