Reno Riverwalk
Pastel | Plein Air | 5x7”
A pastel study completed during the 2025 Plein Air Convention and Expo in Reno, Nevada, depicting a view of the Truckee River from downtown Reno’s riverwalk.
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This day was special because it was my very first group paint-out. Paint-outs are the highlights of the Plein Air Convention. During the week, we spent our mornings learning and making friends. There were demonstrations by world-class artists, and in the afternoons, we all traveled together to paint outdoors. This first paint out was in downtown Reno on the riverwalk. I arrived a little early to secure a good spot. Locals were friendly and interested. I didn't take many photos, but what made the experience truly special was being surrounded by hundreds of other artists, all painting together. The artists near me were both friendly and talented. I was grateful to enjoy this hobby in the company of others, as it has always been a very solo practice for me. I didn’t realize what I had been missing until now; the experience was priceless and something I will cherish forever.
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Painting somewhere out of my usual element. This is much more urban than I’m used to
Free parking and friendly locals. Reno is a lovely town/city!
Chatting with the artists around me and enjoying our shared passion. It was also nice to be quiet together as we settled into the focus of making.
I received positive feedback from very admirable faculty artists
I secured a shade spot
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This day was special because it was my very first group paint-out. Paint-outs are the highlights of the Plein Air Convention. During the week, we spent our mornings learning and making friends. There were demonstrations by world-class artists, and in the afternoons, we all traveled together to paint outdoors. This first paint out was in downtown Reno on the riverwalk. I arrived a little early to secure a good spot. Locals were friendly and interested. I didn't take many photos, but what made the experience truly special was being surrounded by hundreds of other artists, all painting together. The artists near me were both friendly and talented. I was grateful to enjoy this hobby in the company of others, as it has always been a very solo practice for me. I didn’t realize what I had been missing until now; the experience was priceless and something I will cherish forever.
