LAA Plein Air Painters Schedule

PJs artists should observe local guidelines for health and safety: please wear masks, bring hand sanitizer, and keep physical distance between participants. Be aware that some locations don’t have restrooms open yet, if there were any to begin with.

As always, you need to decide if weather conditions are suitable for you to paint. We won’t announce any cancellations for weather.  We will paint from 9:00-12:00 unless otherwise specified, but you are encouraged to stay longer or leave earlier, according to your own need and wishes.


Jane Elvins - drjane99@yahoo.com                Jane Evans - revansjcolorado@gmail.com

August 2020

August 7 – Grasso Park, Superior  A step back in time, the park has historic small buildings, an actual jail cell, antique farm implements, lots of shade, a picnic table and benches, a creek  running alongside the park with a paved trail beside it. Restroom available in Superior Town Hall across from park. From McCaslin, pass the turnoff to Marshall Rd., then turn right onto Coal Creek Drive (just past the Phillips 66 station. Turn left on 1st Avenue, and left on William St.

August 21 – Coal Creek Trailhead off S. Public Rd., Lafayette  Parking on the west side of the south end of S. Public Rd, near the intersection with Hwy 287. Lovely creekside painting sites. Vistas on the hill, large cottonwood trees, paved trail going under overpass, a small man-made waterfall. Restroom available.

August 14 – Greenbriar Inn, north of Boulder  Take highway 36 north of Bouder as if heading to Lyons. The Inn is at the SW corner of the intersection of 36 and Left Hand Canyon Drive. Park in the lot to the south of the Inn where it’s a short walk to the lovely pond and shaded area where parties and weddings are held. Mountain views, a small waterfall, large rocks around the pond. Restroom available indoors, though restaurant may not be open since they only serve dinner.

August 28 – Lincoln and Hutchinson Streets, Louisville  Of special interest to urban sketching enthusiasts, this area has many older and remodeled homes, some with interesting yards and porches. Located near Louisville Elementary School, parking may (or may not) be affected if school is in session. Close to downtown restaurants.