Plein air is a term derived from the French expression “en plein air”, meaning “in the open air” and specifically refers to the act of painting outdoors. Cannon Beach’s popular “Plein Air & More” is a three day event which includes a Friday night “meet & greet” with the participating artists and gallery owners, along with a collaborative show of art work. On Saturday and Sunday, more than fifty artists, represented by Cannon Beach’s art galleries will be creating works of art on location throughout town and on the beach. Many will work in the traditional method of plein-aire painting, while others will sculpt, createRead More →

CANNON BEACH , OREGON –Haystack Gallery, celebrating its 34th Anniversary this year, has set aside the month long February Exhibition as the: Heart to Heart Exhibition. Art for the Heart. February and love is in the air. From couples or families walking the beach hand in hand, birds cuddled on a wire, to horses and kids playing in the waves and playing ball. Our artists for the month have captured all of that love in some very special pieces. Featured Artists: Steve Hanks, Pino, Jack Vettriano, and Jeni Lee. About Haystack Gallery A Fine Art Gallery established in 1977, Haystack Gallery displays the artwork ofRead More →