Camas Lux Nest & Beyond

Downtown Camas is gearing up for a celebration of art and community with the highly anticipated Camas Plein Air Event. Taking place on September 27th from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, this gathering will bring together local artists in an outdoor painting experience while paying tribute to a beloved community member. Hosted by RedDoor Gallery, the event combines artistic expression with community connection in the charming setting of downtown Camas. For a modest $30 registration fee, participants will join fellow artists in capturing the beauty of our town.

The Camas Plein Air Event offers an opportunity for artists of all levels to practice the time-honored tradition of plein air painting—creating art outdoors while directly observing landscapes and scenes in natural light. The event transforms downtown Camas into an open-air studio where creativity flourishes amid the town’s historic architecture, natural views, and community spirit. Let’s explore what makes this artistic celebration special and how it strengthens the bonds within our creative community.

The Camas Plein Air Event invites artists to register for a day of outdoor painting throughout downtown. Beginning at 8:00 am, participants will check in at RedDoor Gallery, where they’ll receive their registration materials and information about prime painting locations throughout Camas. Artists will then disperse throughout the downtown district, setting up their easels along tree-lined streets, beside the historic mill, or overlooking the scenic waterways that define our community. The $30 registration fee supports both the event and the local art community, providing participants with a meaningful creative experience.

Throughout the day, visitors and residents are encouraged to stroll through downtown to watch the artists at work, engaging in conversations about technique, inspiration, and their connection to Camas. This interactive element creates an inviting atmosphere where art becomes accessible to everyone, regardless of artistic background. As the afternoon progresses, artists will return to a central location where their freshly created works will be displayed. This celebration of creativity highlights the natural beauty of our community while fostering connections between artists and appreciators alike, marking it as a key event in Camas’s cultural calendar.

The tribute aspects of the event include special remembrances throughout the day, with participants encouraged to paint locations that held significance for Marquita or to incorporate elements that reflect her artistic style and vision. RedDoor Gallery, where Marquita was a frequent presence and mentor, has created a memorial space within the gallery showcasing some of her work alongside photographs documenting her contributions to Camas’s artistic development. Through this celebration of her life and work, the Plein Air Event ensures that Marquita’s legacy continues to inspire future generations of local artists while strengthening the bonds that make our creative community so lively.