Medium: Printmaking

I create original prints on a printing press experimenting with monoprints, collagraphs, woodcuts, and etchings. Vivid in color and rich in story, my work conveys a sense of wonder at our magical world. Come see new prints created in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Visit Abigail's website at:
www.abigailmerickel.com

Contact Abigail at:
(541) 280-5275
abigail.merickel@gmail.com

Studio open year-round by appointment:
1229 29th Street
Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. Take I-84 to exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Turn south on Rand Rd. Turn right on May Street. Turn left on 29th Street. Studio is the blue house on the left #1229. Parking: Parking is available on all of 29th Street.

Medium: Ceramics

Every piece, both sculptural and functional, are inspired from nature and a love of history. Using porcelain clay, each are hand-made without the use of molds. The most durable and glass-like of all clays, porcelain causes color and texture to glow.

Visit Aimee's website at:
aimeeceramics.com

The studio open year-round by appointment. Contact Aimee:
studio2350@gmail.com
(303) 552-1470

Getting There
503 Frankton Road, Hood River OR 97031

Directions: Take I-84 to exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Take first right onto Mt. Adams Ave, which turns into Wine Country and then Country Club Road. Turn left onto Frankton Road. House is on the left side of Frankton, mid-way up the hill, before Prospect. House color is caramel and orange with a double-car garage.

Medium: Watercolor Painting

I paint primarily wet-in-wet, as I love the look of transparent watercolor. I do my own matting and framing, but also mount some of my paintings on birch panels (no mats or frame). I now coat all my paintings with an archival polymer varnish (three coats) which contains specific UV stabilizing and blocking agents. Thus, they do not require glass to prevent fading. The result is more vibrant colors and zero glass-induced reflection! The weight is also reduced considerably.

Contact Bill:
wmasturman@gmail.com
(541) 352-0926

Studio open year-round by appointment:
8495 Hwy 35
Mount Hood-Parkdale, OR

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). Our driveway comes off Hwy 35 to the left (east) one third mile past Baseline Rd. The driveway is 0.9 miles long. Follow the signs to the studio.

Medium: Metal Work

In my studio you will be able to see the production of my work starting with the design process, cutting of the metal, welding, texturing and the patina finishing of my artwork. I create wall art, fabricated 3-D sculpture and yard art. 

My metal work is a combination of my many years of being a graphic artist and and from the experience of working in an art bronze foundry. My original designs are first drawn on paper, I then draw the design onto the metal and cut it out with my plasma cutter. Next I weld the images together, texture them and add a flame patina, created with oxides and nitrates. The work is then sealed with a clear-coat or wax.

Visit Brad's website at:
bradlorang.com

Like Lorang Studio's Facebook page at:
facebook.com/lorangstudios

Studio open year-round by appointment:
400 Forest Ln.
Cascade Locks, OR

Directions. West bound I-84 take exit 44 drive down Wa-Na-Pa one mile to Forest Lane, turn left, drive 2 blocks to 400 Forest Lane on your right. East bound take exit 44, drive two blocks, turn sharp right onto Forest Lane. Park on street or in front parking space at 400 Forest Lane.

Medium: Landscape Photography

As a landscape photographer , I love exploring this amazing area. I am constantly searching for that magical combination of interesting subjects, sublime light, and pleasing compositions which make the gorge so special.

Visit Brian's website at:
bcphotography.zenfolio.com

Follow Brian on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/BrianChambersPhotography

Follow Brian on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/brianchambersphotography/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
1526 Nunamaker Drive
Hood River OR

Directions. Take I-84 to exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Go 1.2 miles and turn right onto 13th St. Follow approx 1 mile uphill, 13th becomes 12th street. After pasing Rosauers 12th becomes Tucker Rd (OR 281). After 2.3 miles, at the Nobi's gas station corner, USE EXTRA CAUTION and continue straight onto Orchard Rd. After .2 miles turn left onto Nunamaker Road.

Medium: Oil Paintings

I have a love of nature, vibrant colors and lots energy in my work. I make small paintings outdoors and bring the information, colors and compositions into the studio for larger paintings. I bring the joy of nature into our indoor environments.

Visit Cathleen's Website at:
cathleenrehfeldart.com

Follow Cathleen's Instagram at:
instagram.com/cathleenrehfeld/

Follow Cathleen on Facebook at:
facebook.com/rehfeld.fineart/

Follow Cathleen on Daily Paintworks:
Cathleen Rehfeld

Studio open year-round by appointment: 
1516 A Street, Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. From I- 84, take exit 62, drive toward Hood River, take 13th Street right, go uphill about 1 mi, as 13th flattens out, take A Street to the left, 3 blocks is a gray shingled house on the right, with a porch. 1516 A Street.

Medium: Fused Glass/ Acrylic/ Watercolor

My glass work combines color and light fused together in an attempt to represent the eternal. Combining painting on glass and/or geometric design to create a message that speaks to the heart.

Visit Cathy's website at:
cathystever.com

Add Cathy on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/cathy.stever

Studio open by appointment (Note: Studio closed January and February) at:
1328 Lincoln Street, Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. From I 84, Exit 63, go south onto 2nd. Take first right after bridge onto Cascade Ave. Turn right onto 13th St. and left onto Lincoln. My studio is on the North side of the street.

Medium: Glass Art

Through a lifetime of loving glass I've learned how to express myself through its mysterious characteristics. The hot-shop is my passion but age is bringing a different dimension to my expression. I welcome you to view the changes.

Visit Charlene's Website at:
www.morningsunstudios.com

Add Charlene on facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/MorningSunStudios

Studio space shared with Stephanie Johnston.

Studio open year-round by appointment at:
1228 Tucker Road, Hood River, OR. 97031

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.

Medium: Acrylic and Mixed Media on Canvas

Large, magical landscapes of the Upper Hood River Valley are my current subject matter. Pear trees, Mt. Hood, and Parkdale all appear in my bright, whimsical paintings. They are created with acrylic and oil paints on canvas; meant to make you smile!

Visit Charlene's Website at:
https://sites.google.com/site/charleneriversstudio/home

Add Charlene on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/charlene.rivers

Follow Charlene on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/riverscharlene/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
8161 Jordan Road
Mt. Hood- Parkdale, OR

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. Plenty of parking in driveway and orchard.

Medium: Pastel

I grew up with art. and after a 30 year career devoted to public policy and land use, I gave myself permission just to paint. I studied watercolor with Ruth Armitage and John Salminen and with master pastellists Albert Handel and Richard McKinley. My primary medium is pastel. I focus on color and texture and the emotional content I can convey to my viewer.

I have been juried into shows sponsored by the Northwest Pastel Society, Watercolor Society of Oregon, the Hui Noe Art Center on Maui and Best of the Gorge at Columbia Center for the Arts.

Visit Christine's website at:
www.christineknowles.com

Studio open year-round by appointment:
3730 Westcliff Drive
Hood River

Directions. From Exit#62 turn North toward the river then turn right on Westcliff Drive. Turn left into 4th driveway opposite tall pine tree and proceed right along the pond to studio.

Medium: Oil Paintings

I enjoy working from my imagination and creating images that are simple and spontaneous...while facing the challenge of breaking up the space in the most interesting manner to engage the viewer.

Contact Cleo at:
cleoandjery@gmail.com

Studio open year-round by appointment:
668 Rene Place
Hood River, OR, 97031

Directions. Take I-84 to exit 62. Turn right on West Cascade. Turn right on Rand Road, then right on Montello and left on Rene Place.

Medium: Painting

I am a multi media artist. I work majorly with watercolors, acrylic and oil paints. I recently opened my own studio in The Dalles that features my works, as well as many other Gorge artists. Our goal is to bring art to our community in a new way.

Visit Denae's website at:
www.manionstudios.com

Like Manion Studio's Facebook page at:
https://www.facebook.com/ManionStudios/

Contact Denae:
541-769-1224
denae@manionstudios.com

Studio open year-round by appointment:
110 W 2nd Street
The Dalles, OR 97058

Directions. Take exit 85 off of I-84. Follow signs for downtown The Dalles. We are on the south side of 2nd street. 110 east 2nd street. Manion Studios, Historic Lemke Building.

Medium: Painting

As an experimental artist, my objective is to create abstract aesthetic works of art by utilizing mixed-mediums in order to discover unique visual imagery found in processes that are often tentative and incremental.

Contact Diane:
(254) 592-9094
dmrolnick@hotmail.com

Follow Diane on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rolnickdiane/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
12302 Cook-Underwood Rd.
Underwood, WA.

Directions. From Interstate 84 take Exit 64 for White Salmon/Govt.Camp. Turn left onto Button Bridge Rd/Mt Hood Hwy. Turn left not WA-14 W. Turn right onto Cook-Underwood Rd. Go 2.1 miles. The studio is located behind my home on the left.

Medium: Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor, Gouache and Mixed Media

I grew up in Carmel, California and took many painting classes from local professional painters in high school.I then went on to study art at the Academy of Art College in San Francisco where I studied both fine art and illustration. I was a professional illustrator for many years,but always loved showing my fine art in galleries in Northern California.

My work ranges from realistic paintings and drawings to abstract collages. I use various mediums. My studio is a tough shed in my yard with a view of the river and Mt. Adams. I am most inspired by people yet I love painting anything under the sun.

Contact Donna Woods:
(831) 717-7551
woodsd20@gmail.com

Studio open by appointment (except November through February) at:
729 Montello Avenue, Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. Exit 63 toward Hood River City Center then turn left onto 2nd St. Turn right onto State St. Take the first left onto 6th St. Then take the first right onto Sherman Avenue, then the first left onto 7th Street, then right onto Montello Ave. I am the last house on the left and the cross street is 8th Street.

Medium: Clay

My work ranges from quirky, to rustic farmhouse, and at moments, political. I create iron transfer decals inhouse and draw directly onto pots. Some are left glazed and left naked letting the shape speak for itself. Hopefully they speak to you!

Visit Dyana's website at:
https://www.somegirlspottery.com

Contact Dyana Fiediga:
(360) 473-9774
somegirlspottery@gmail.com

The studio is open year-round by appointment at:
3015 Lower Mill Neal Creek Road

Directions. Exit # 64 for Hood River. Take 35 towards Mt. Hood. About 1.4 Miles or so past Pine Grove Grocery and Gas Station take a right at Mill Neal Creek Rd (It veers to the right, right across from Wy'East Winery. Pass Cardinal Glass on the left. Continue around the bend to the left and turn left on Mill Neal Creak Rd. We are the first driveway on the Right. Park in the large lot and come to the side of the building closest to the side road. I'll be waiting!

Medium: Glass

Dylan’s artwork is recognized worldwide for its playful hyper-realism and masterful execution. Stop by and see live glass blowing demonstrations from the artist and a chance to collect one-of-a-kind artworks.

Visit Dylan's Website at:
dylanmartinezglass.com

Follow Dylan's Instagram at:
instagram.com/_dylanmartinez/

Follow Dylan on Facebook at:
facebook.com/dylanmartinez.glass/

Contact Dylan:
martinezglass@hotmail.com
(651) 410-3529

Studio open year-round by appointment: 
105 E. Jewett Boulevard 
White Salmon, WA 98672

Directions. White Salmon Glassworks is located on the southeast corner of Jewett Blvd and N Main Avenue, across from Henni's Kitchen and Bar.

Medium: Clay

Elise first began her journey with ceramics in 2008 wither her first class in pottery. She was hooked and fell in love with the tactile nature of the material. Nestled in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, she loves every minute crafting her art.

Visit Elise's website at:
www.melesceramics.com

Contact Elise Howard:
(530) 520-3887
melesceramics@gmail.com

The studio is open year-round by appointment at:
363 E Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, WA 98672

Directions. On the left, across the street from Riverview Community Bank on Jewett Blvd. located in The Hatchery building Studio #8.

Medium: Painting

I started painting twelve years ago. I was raised in the forest and on occasion I have made the mistake of leaving. I am now firmly planted here where I paint the plants and animals that surround me. My work is available at Art On Oak in Hood River.

Visit Elizabeth's website at:
elizabethseepaints.blogspot.com

Contact Elizabeth:
(509) 774-7510
epaint@centurylink.net

Studio open year-round by appointment: 
#2 Robison Road
BZ Corner, WA 98672

Directions. Drive through White Salmon on the main street that runs through town (Jewett). Stay on that street which will turn into HWY 141 and just keep driving...and driving for 11 miles. When you get to BZ Corner, drive past the logs a little ways and you will see the BZ Corner Launch Point on your right. I am located across highway 141 from the launch point.

Acrylic- Pen

I studied drawing, painting and design at Colby Sawyer college in New England and have been an artist for about twenty years. The mediums I work in are acrylic, pen and ink. Recently, I have embarked on a spiritual journey with yoga and meditation and as a result, my art has taken a new direction. The goal I have with my art is to transport myself and audience to a place of peacefulness and tranquility.

Visit Emily's Website at:

www.beyondboardshorts.com

Open by Appointment:

810 June St. Hood River, OR 97031

(435) 640-0326

Exit 63 toward Hood River City Center then turn left onto 2nd St.Turn right onto State St.Take the first left onto 6th St.Then take the first right onto Sherman Ave. then the first left onto 7th St. then right onto Montello Ave. I am the last house on the left and the cross street is 8th St.

Medium: Fiber

Our working guild studio has approximately 35 active looms. Weavers come in on their own time and complete their projects. The studio is open throughout the week and weekly Friday gatherings occur. Mentoring and camaraderie is evident as weavers share their work in various stages of completion. Members encourage and critique displayed works and share techniques.

Gallery exhibits beautiful woven samples of color,design,and structure. Flexibility of the looms, techniques and patterns inspire visitors as original fabric,rugs,towels and blankets are made and displayed.Guild artists are exceptionally creative.

Studio open year-round:
3399 Odell Highway
Hood River, Oregon

Directions. From exit 64 head south on Highway 35. Go 6.7 miles and turn right on Davis Dr. that becomes Highway 281. Proceed .8 miles. The destination is on the right behind the Chevron Station. The studio building is a light gray green colored warehouse. Parking available within gated area.

Medium: Ceramics

I feel lucky to be a member of a centuries old craft tradition creating useful and affordable art for the middle class. What excites me? Color and texture. Beautiful forms. Handles that fit both the hand and the pot. Dynamic and resonant glazing.

Visit James's Website at:
www.hawkeyedesign.com

Like James Diem Ceramics on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/James-Diem-Ceramics/

Like James Diem Ceramics on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/jamesdiem/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
4415 Highway 35
Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. Take exit 64 and head south on Highway 35 towards Mt Hood/Government Camp. Studio Driveway is on the left approximately 8.7 miles up highway 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.

Medium: Textiles

My medium is textiles, mostly in clothing. A combination of my graphic arts with sewing, dyeing, embroidery and beading. I express my art through what I wear. I will be demonstrating the printing press, as well as hand painting techniques.

Visit Jan's Website at:
www.byrkitwear.com

Like Byrkitear on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/Byrkitwear/

Studio open year-round by appointment at:
1537 State Road
Mosier, Oregon

Directions. From I-84, take exit 69. Turn right on Washington Street. Turn left on 3rd. Stay on road and it will become State Road. Two miles up from bridge on State. Left side, number on tree and studio sign on gate. 

Medium: Painting

I'm a recovering control freak. Really. I'm trying to learn to let go and let my inner artist have free reign. I want a plan; she wants to play in the paint. When I let her go, I never know what will happen. But it's guaranteed to be exciting!

Visit Jinx's Website at:
https://jinxgriswold.com

Add Jinx on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/jinxie3946/?ref=br_rs

Follow Jinx on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/jinxie3946/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
8161 Jordan Road
Mt. Hood- Parkdale, OR

Directions. Exit 64 Hood River. South on Hwy. 35 for 8 miles. Right at Hwy 282 (Sign for Odell) approx 1.5 miles. Left on Wy'East approx 1/2 mile. Right into gravel drive by mailbox with #3660 . Go all the way down the drive past the gray house and barn until you reach house at end (in the trees).

Medium: Sterling Silver, Fine Silver, Gold, Gems, Pearls and Rocks to Make Jewelry

Again this year, I will be demonstrating cloisonné enameling at The Dalles Art Center. Enjoying the wildlife around my home in White Salmon, I will be exploring creating “lions and tigers and bear-Oh My.” Actually not tigers, not this time anyway.

Visit Jo Dean's Website at:
arrayofelegance.com

Follow Jo Dean on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/Array-of-Elegance

Follow Jo Dean on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/array.of.elegance/

Contact Jo Dean:
309-657-2180
arrayofelegance@att.net

Studio for Gorge Artists Open Studio Tour dates at:
The Dalles Art Center
220 E 4th Street
The Dalles, OR 97058

Directions to The Dalles Art Center:
Interstate 84 West, exit 85, turn south away for the river. Go .2 miles, turn right 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 building, corner of 4th and Washington street. Parking on the street.

Studio open year-round by appointment:
15 Osborne Road
White Salmon, WA

Medium: Watercolor Paintings and Illustrations

Beautiful studio nestled along the White Salmon River with vibrant watercolor paintings and storybook illustrations. Learn about the illustration process and enter to win a unique piece of art. Artwork available in a range of sizes and prices.

Visit Joanna's Website at:
www.joannakaufman.com

Like Joanna Kaufman Studio on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/joannakaufmanstudio/

Follow Joanna's Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/joannakaufman/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
9 Dairy Road, Trout Lake, WA 98650

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.

Medium: Wire Jewelry

A crafty person all my life, I became obsessed with wire work by educating myself in an effort to update my personal jewelry. I am inspired by all organic shapes and the designs of ancient Egypt and Scandinavia.

Visit Judy’s website:
www.bentwireworks.com

Follow Judy on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/BentWireworks/

Follow Judy on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/bentwireworks/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
541-490-1918
903 Oak Street
Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. Exit 63 Hood River, right on Oak St., Left on 9th St. Studio is on the southwest corner of Oak and 9th.

Parking available on:
State Street east of 9th.
Parking on 9th Street south of State Street, and north of Oak Street.

Medium: Cloisonne Enamel Jewelry

I fell in love with the art of enameling as a metal design major at the University of Washington in the 80's. Mostly self taught, I have been a full time artist for 8 years making one of a kind jewelry.

Like Kathryn on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/Kathryn-Watne-Enamels/

Check out Kathryn's Etsy at:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/kwatneenamels

Studio open year-round by appointment:
1220 18th Street
Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. From exit 63 go south onto 2nd st and drive west on Oak St turning left on 13th. At the top of the hill turn right on May St. Just past the swimming pool turn left onto 18th, my house is the first one on the right just past the county yard. Studio is in the back yard. Street parking on 18th.

Medium: Surface Pattern Design

I paint and illustrate repeat patterns for surfaces like fabric, wallpaper, or gift wrap. I love color, bold graphics, and whimsical themes. I find inspiration in plants, animals, and words. My studio overflows with art, fabrics, and eye candy.

Visit Kristi's website at:
www.kheckart.com

Follow Kristi's Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/heckinstagram/

Contact Kristi:
kristi@kheckart.com
541-490-0929

Studio open year-round by appointment:
1513 Taylor Avenue
Hood River, OR 97031

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, just past Jackson Park. Take a right on Taylor Ave. House is on left.

Medium: Textiles

Kristie Strasen is an award-winning textile designer, colorist and weaver of small woven pieces. Following 35 years in textiles design in NYC, Kristie moved to the Gorge last summer to pursue her passion for color and all things textile.

Visit Kristie's Website at:
www.textilespluscolor.com

Follow Kristie's Instagram at:
instagram.com/textilespluscolor/

Follow Kristie on Facebook at:
facebook.com/Little-Weavings-Co-1964502963764557/

Contact Kristie:
kstrasen@textilespluscolor.com
(917) 216-0474

Studio open year-round by appointment: 
151 Palos Verdes
White Salmon, WA 98672

Directions. Cross the Button Bridge and take a left onto Highway 141
Take first hairpin right up Dock Grade Road
Take left onto Jewett Blvd and follow through White Salmon 
Continue on Jewett to Lincoln; take right up hill on Lincoln;
Take left on Palos Verdes; continue about 800 feet
House on right; black mailbox with "STRASEN". Park in lower driveway or on street

Medium: Oil Painting

"I work within the traditions of non-objective painting. Color and composition tell the truth of human perception.”

Laurie graduated from the Pacific Northwest College of Art with a BFA in Printmaking and in Painting and has exhibited nationally and internationally. Her work is represented in museum and major private collections.

Visit Laurie’s website:
https://www.lauriebalmuth.com 

Follow Laurie on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/balmuthpaintings/

Follow Laurie on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/lauriebalmuth/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
3690 Westcliff Drive
Hood River OR 97031

Directions. From I 84 take exit 62. Go north (toward Columbia River) to "T". Turn right (you will be going east, Westcliff drive parallels freeway), and go about one mile. Take driveway past red mailbox on your left. There is a sign: “3690 Indian Rock.”

Medium: Photography

I photograph natural subjects, looking for poetry at the heart of things. Working outdoors and also in the studio, I gather imagery of wild and cultivated beauty.

Activate your sense of wonder with vibrant, earthy photographs. Explore luminous botanicals, sensuous fruits, and local Hood River subject matter. Learn about the photographic process and enter to win a unique piece of art.

Visit Leah's website at:
www.theartofwelcome.com

Follow Leah Hedberg on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/leahhedbergartist/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
2923 Eliot Drive, Hood River, OR 97031

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, white farmhouse.

Medium: Printmaking, Jewelry

Life demanded my full attention: I continued to notice the beauty that is light, line, and color around me. Those images are yearning to be set free. A strong printmaking history translates well to multilayered glass where light plays in the spaces.

Contact Leila:
(509) 731-0551
leila@gorge.net

Sharing studio for the Gorge Artists Open Studio Tour with:
Suzanne Krol Boller

Directions. From I 84, exit 83. Turn left onto West 6th St. At stop light turn right on Weber St. Turn left on West 10th and the studio will be the first driveway on the right just past Blakey way. It is set back from the road.

Medium: Fiber Art, Mixed Media

I am a free spirit quilter that specializes in one-of-a-kind ideas. Each idea springs forward and I start the creative process by seeing the finished product in my head, then figuring out how to make it happen. I enjoy letting my mind takeover.

Visit Linda’s website at:
www.lindareichenbachartquilts.com

Follow Linda on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/ColumbiaRiverGorgeQuiltersGuild

Studio open-year round by appointment:
5840 Highway 35
Parkdale, Oregon 97041

Directions. Begin Exit 64 on I-84 Hood River. Go south on Highway 35 for ~12 miles to 5840 Highway 35, Parkdale, Oregon on the west side of Highway 35.

Medium: Water-based Dye on Cotton

I have been a dye artist for more than 20 years. I mix my own water-based dyes, then paint and process in my home studio. I can be found in there most evenings. 

Visit Lynn's website at:
http://www.crispandtart.com/

Like Crisp and Tart on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/Crisp-Tart/

Follow Crisp and Tart on Pinterest at:
https://www.pinterest.com/crisp-and-tart

Follow Crisp and Tart on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/crispandtart/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
3740 Rocky Ridge Court
Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. Take 1-84 to exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Turn south on Rand Rd. Turn right on May Street. Turn left on 30th Street and go to corner of 30th and Talon. Workshop is on the right, through the charming fence.

Medium: Clay

Maia’s ceramic work reflects her interest in color and texture, which she developed studying a variety of art mediums. She creates functional items that can be enjoyed through their use, as well as adding beauty to your home.

Contact Maia:
mdesfosses@yahoo.com
(425) 281-4217

Studio open year-round by appointment at:
450 Morton Road, Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. Travelling West on I-84 from Hood River, take the Morton Rd. exit which is an unmarked turnoff right after exit 62. From Morton Rd, take the first left onto a long downhill gravel driveway. The access to Morton Rd. is only from I-84 West, so if you are coming from Portland, you must exit at 62, and then get back on I-84 West, and follow directions above.

Medium: Painting

My studio is a fun and funky space in my home. I work primarily in acrylic paint on canvas, panel, and walls. I paint representational to abstract artwork and find endless inspiration in the Columbia River Gorge where I have lived for 23 years.

Visit Mark's website at:
www.marknilsson.com

Contact Mark at:
(541) 490-8000
gorgeartistmn@gmail.com

Follow Mark's Instagram at:
instagram.com/artistmarknilsson/

Follow Mark on Facebook at:
facebook.com/Mark-Nilsson-Art

Studio open year-round by appointment:
7 Hazel Avenue 
Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. From I -84, take exit 63, turn south onto 2nd Street towards downtown. Proceed through flashing red lights at Oak Street, up to State Street. Right turn at State, heading west. Turn left on 6th Street, and head uphill onto Serpentine Road, then turn left onto Hazel Avenue. Number 7 Hazel is on a shared driveway on the south side. Parking is limited in the driveway but plenty of parking on Hazel Avenue.

Medium: Ceramics

Clean lines and delicious color are signature to my work. I collect rocks and other found items, using them as forms for unique, organic vessels. Multiple layers of pigment build rich texture and a tactile finish that begs to be touched.

I enjoy many styles and eras but most drawn to the simple functionality for which the mid-century Scandinavian designers became well recognized.
I lean toward striking color combinations, stylized botanicals and a bit of free-form pencil scribbling. Studio open year-round by appointment.

Visit Melanie's website at:
eggware.com

Follow Melanie on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/MelanieThompsonArtware/

Contact Melanie:
541-386-5740

Studio open year-round by appointment:
585 Rocky Road
Hood River, OR 97031

Directions. From I-84 take exit 62. Turn south onto West Cascade. Turn right at Rand Rd (Taco Bell) and continue up hill to stop sign. Turn right onto May St and continue approximately 1/2 mile, turn left onto Rocky Rd. House sits on left at top of rise, charcoal w/ white trim, fenced yard. Please enter through red gate. Parking in driveway and/or street.

Medium: Clay

Functional art and design is the backbone of my design philosophy. My background includes architectural design and design/build residential contracting. Today, I devote my full attention to the craft of wheel-thrown functional pottery.

Contact Mike:
cavelionstudio@gmail.com
(509) 637-0617

Studio open year-round by appointment at:
20 Brookside Road
White Salmon, Washington

Directions. Exit 64--cross bridge--left on to hwy 14--right onto Dock Grade--left onto Jewett Blvd--right onto Main St--right onto Snowden Rd--right onto Bates--right onto Tunnel Rd--right onto Ramsey (gravel road)--left onto Brookside--Studio at end on Brookside

Medium: Jewelry

From my log cabin in the woods, I draw inspiration from the nature around me. The materials I carve are of the earth and sea, as are the totems and jewelry I make from fossil walrus, mammoth, and corals.

Contact Michael:
msblackcoral@gmail.com
(509) 995-2072

Studio open year-round by appointment: 
164 Powerhouse Rd
White Salmon, WA

Directions. From WA Hwy14 turn north on Alt 141. At the juncture of regular 141 turn left toward Husum. In less than a mile 0.8 turn left on Powerhouse Rd. Go 1.75 miles to 164. Swing wide on driveway.

Medium: Acrylics, Watercolor

This will be my 2nd year on the tour and I am looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones. My acrylic paintings of the gorge are in a style I call my "stained glass" style. I'm inspired by all the beauty the gorge has to offer.

Studio open year-round by appointment:
361 Ponderosa Place
Mosier, OR 97040

Directions. From I-84, take exit 69. Turn right at Brenna’s Market (Washington Street). Turn left onto 3rd and then right on Huskey Road immediately after the concrete wall. Ponderosa Place is the second right. I am at the top of the hill in cul-de-sac.

Medium: Oil Paintings

Evocative, contemporary paintings celebrating the solitude, refuge and tranquility of nature.

Visit Rachel's Website at:
www.rachelharveyart.com

Follow Rachel's Instagram at:
www.instagram.com/rachelharveyart/

Follow Rachel on Facebook at:
facebook.com/rachelharveyart

Follow Rachel on Twitter at:
twitter: @rachelharveyart

Studio open year-round by appointment: 
5414 KLM Drive, Mt. Hood, OR 97041

Directions. Take I-84, exit 64, go south on Hwy 35 for 11 miles, right on KLM Drive, left into first driveway. Drive around the house to the studio building and parking lot.

Medium: Painting

Exploring my passion for nature I spend time outdoors immersed in the beauty surrounding me, finding inspiration for my painting. Through my art I'm hoping to share the wonder, the complexity, the subtlety and grandeur of the places I call home.

Visit Randye’s website:
randyej.fineartstudioonline.com

Studio for Gorge Artists Open Studio Tour dates at:
The Dalles Art Center
220 E 4th Street
The Dalles, OR 97058

Directions to The Dalles Art Center:
Interstate 84 West, exit 85, turn south away for the river. Go .2 miles, turn right 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 building, corner of 4th and Washington street. Parking on the street.

Chigirie Torn Paper

If you were to sum up this Artist you would say I am “Passionate about paper.” The lovely textures and rich colors speak to me as I tear and shape them to reveal images that delight my soul. I bring my own unique style and subject matter to the Japanese art form Chigiri-e. This technique involves tearing little pieces of handmade Thai and Japanese papers and bringing them together to create beautiful images. This year my art endeavors dive into the figurative, an exploration of people and their relationship with the world. You will be delighted by these torn paper pieces reveling in the deep reflections and action oriented fun of the people of Gorge. There will be a limited preview to my upcoming Solo Show at the Columbia Center for the Arts in August 2018 “Paper People.” While I create many things, I have a deep spiritual connection to animals and they are my most popular subject matter. I feel their eyes reveal the character of their souls and I create to breathe life into my art. Please come enjoy my comfortable climate controlled, lovely working studio. Weather permitting, this year I will also have two different level of lovely new patio outdoor viewing areas. You are going to love it! I will be demonstrating live throughout the weekend.

Visit Robin's website at:

http://www.robinpanzer.com

Like Robin Panzer Art Studio on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/RobinPanzerArt/

Follow Robin Panzer Art on Twitter at:

https://twitter.com/robinpanzerart

Contact Robin at:

robinpanzerart@gmail.com

541-645-0832

Studio Open Year-Round By Appointment:

1521 Lincoln St. Hood River, OR 97031

FROM I-84 (East or West) Take exit 63 toward Hood River/City Center. Turn left onto N 2nd St. Turn right (West) onto Cascade Ave. Turn right (North) onto 10th St., 10th St curves slightly left and becomes Lincoln St. Follow Lincoln St. West past 13th. My Studio is on the South (Left) Side of the street.

From: Exit 62 Exit and Follow Cascade Ave. going East. Turn Left (North) on 20th St. Turn Right (East) on to Wasco. Turn Right (South) on 18th. At the top of the short hill the street will curve around and become Lincoln St. My studio is on the South side, a 3-story Cedar Residential Home with attached studio.

Medium: Mixed Media

My studio is a large garage, the landscape, and collections of masks, heads, toys and boxes full of recycled wood. Subjects range from wooden toys, folk style heads and animals, hearts and figures.I show with Guardino Gallery in Portland.

Visit Rodney's website at: 
www.rodneycstuart.com

Contact Rodney at:
rstuart1945@yahoo.com
541-399-7451

Studio open year-round by appointment at:
2860 Hazel Ave, Hood River, OR

Directions. First exit for Hood River, past Wal-Mart,first Right on Rand road, right on May St, right on 30th and right on Hazel Ave, last house on left with blue trim.

Medium: Watercolor

My love of rich colors and bold compositions has earned me Signature Membership in NWS, NWWS, and WFWS and inclusion in national competitions.

Visit Sally's website at:
www.sallybillsbailey.com

Follow Sally on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/sallybills.bailey

To order either book, call or email Sally.
503-819-2670
Email Sally

Studio open April through October by appointment:
4135 Cunningham Drive
Mt Hood, OR

Directions. Take exit 64 south on HWY 35. Drive 12 miles to the community of Mt Hood. Just past the Mt Hood Town Hall, turn left on Cunningham Drive. Last house on right.

Medium: Jewelry

I have a passion for metals and I particularly love to fabricate and create pieces with an emphasis on technique and movement. Ive been fortunate enough to create jewelry and metalwork in my light filled studio in beautiful White Salmon, Washington.

Visit Sarah's website at:
www.mejewelryco.com

Contact Sarah at:
(503) 327-1384
mejewelry@gmail.com

Studio open year-round by appointment:
216 E. Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, WA 98672

Directions. Exit I-84 at exit 64 (Mt Hood Hwy, OR-35) come across the Hood River Bridge to Washington and turn right heading into Bingen, at the cross street of Jewett blvd, turn left and come up the hill to White Salmon. M.E. Jewelry Co & Atelier no. 216 is on the right hand side of the street across from Everybody's Brewing.

Medium: Oils / Carbon pencil / Gouache / Inks

My process is influenced by my classical training in an Atelier as a Portrait Painter. I begin paintings directly, working wet into wet rarely with underpainting but from sketches which often are developed into paintings or finished work of their own. The subtle color changes in the Klickitat and Columbia Hills' rock formations of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area offer an opportunity daily for me to paint the views and rock formations from my studio.

New inspiration was found in 2018 through a month long stay New York City. Time spent in Harlem and at the Metropolitan Museum and the youthful eyes of children brought new bodies of work, new mediums and renewed interest in ongoing projects.

Visit Suzanne's website at:
SuzanneKrolBoller.com

Studio open year-round by appointment at:
1416 W. 10th St. The Dalles, OR 97058

Directions. From I 84 E., exit 83. Turn left onto West 6th street. At stop light turn right on Weber Street. Turn left on West 10th and the studio will be the first driveway on the right just past Blakey way. It is setback from the road.

Medium: Fused Glass/Polymer, Clay, Jewelry, and Ring Dishes

I work in two mediums, fused glass and polymer clay. Beautiful and amazing items can be created with both processes. I am always blessed when one of my pieces is purchased by someone who loves it as much as I loved making it.

Visit Stephanie's website at:
https://desert-fire-studio.zibbet.com/

See Stephanie’s work:
Studio space shared with Charlene Fort.
Studio open year-round by appointment in The Dalles.
Studio for Open Tour Show Dates at 1228 Tucker Road, Hood River, OR 97031.

Directions. Take I-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 (large grocery store on left), 12th becomes Tucker Road. Go through the 2nd large curving turn and Immediately turn west on to Bradley Road. Go 1st driveway on left and park along driveway.

Medium: Oil on Birch Panels

Combining roots in abstract expressionism with a deep appreciation of the spectacular landscapes here in the Gorge, my work is trending toward abstract landscape. Skies, buttes, and seasons are often recognizable, but it’s always really about the paint. Simple aspects like gesture, opacity or transparency, hue, and so on all become variables in a complex but hard to define calculus.

Visit Ted's website at:
tedolsonpaintings.com

Contact Ted Olson:
503-481-6444
tedo@olson-design.org

The studio is open year-round by appointment at:
1189 Panorama Point, White Salmon, WA 98672

Directions. Come west on Jewett Blvd through downtown White Salmon. Continue on Jewett through the forested residential area about three miles to Panorama Point, on the south side of the street. Turn left and follow Panorama Point to 1189. Avoid the cul-de-sac!

Medium: Oil Paintings/Pit-Fired Ceramics/Author Publications

Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield, artist and author owns studios in Tieton Washington and The Dalles Oregon. She has exhibited nationally and internationally, and her work is in private collections throughout the world.

At an early age Yvonne built a log cabin in the Oregon Mountains and began her career as a painter. Strapping on a portable French easel she back packs into remote valleys and climbs up rocky mountain sides, often with a cat or small dog as a companion. Working on location during full moon nights and in blustery afternoon storms, her paintings capture and reflect the emotion of the moment. All location paintings are done ala’prima and photographs are never used. Yvonne’s studio work allows for different expressions in a range of media from surrealistic oil paintings to fine ceramic porcelain bowls. Her interactive out-door sculptures are sited in private and public collections.

Visit Yvonne's website at:
www.yvonnepepinwakefield.com

Contact Yvonne:
541-980-1288
wakefieldyvonne@yahoo.com

Follow Yvonne on Facebook at:
facebook.com/Yvonnes-Studio-776206292497920/

Studio open year-round by appointment:
165 Blue Heron Court
The Dalles, OR

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.