Event Calendar
Want to see more? Scroll down to see a full list of meetings, exhibit openings, and more.
Members can submit their own art events by emailing them to ridgefieldartassociation@gmail.com with subject attn: Newsletter
This will get your events listed here and in our newsletter. Please include all info you’d like mentioned, as well as any links. Newsletters will go out on Thursdays, so please let us know by the Tuesday before your events/deadlines.
Art Critique hosted by Eva Kelley
This is opportunity to get and give constructive feedback among fellow artists. RESERVE A SPOT here.
Bring your work in for constructive critique, feedback, and guidance from peers. You will also be giving your fellow artists the same feedback.
This will be an opportunity for growth whether you need help with technique, messaging, context, collaboration, etc. We will all be expected to go beyond "wow, that's really good!" and dive deeper into our work and our practice.
Each person will have an allotted amount of time (tbd depending on how many artists attend) to show some of their work and have the group focus specifically on them.
This is also a great opportunity to share helpful resources, books, calls for art in the community, and where you are showing.
FREE Color Mixing Demo with Christopher B Mooney sponsored by RAA
Teacher Bio:
Pacific Northwest-based artist Christopher Mooney transforms heavy urban infrastructure and industrial landmarks into monumental oil paintings. Inspired by his roots growing up in an artistic Long Island family and his training at the Parsons School of Design, Mooney scopes out unique vantage points by hiking around city bridges with his camera. He is a member of the Oregon Society of Artists, Oil Painters of America, and the International Guild of Realism, and he actively creates detailed urban landscape paintings and private portrait commissions.
Big Art! Show
Saturday and Sunday Sept 19-20, 2026 from 11am-5pm each day.
21 artists who love to work BIG will create 21 unique small galleries showing painting, mixed media, collage and sculpture. All this is happening in the historic Greely Building in downtown Ridgefield. Live music by Keegan Smith and Kit Garoutte throughout the weekend. A special thank you to the City and Port of Ridgefield for the use of this unique space.
Big Art! Show
Saturday and Sunday Sept 19-20, 2026 from 11am-5pm each day.
21 artists who love to work BIG will create 21 unique small galleries showing painting, mixed media, collage and sculpture. All this is happening in the historic Greely Building in downtown Ridgefield. Live music by Keegan Smith and Kit Garoutte throughout the weekend. A special thank you to the City and Port of Ridgefield for the use of this unique space.
Poetry Reading
Every third Sunday of the month please come join us for an afternoon of poetry and light refreshments. Bring something to read or just enjoy the authors sharing.
Still Life Drawing for All by member Chris Mendoza
Join Chris Mendoza for a fun, beginner-friendly still life drawing session where everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your creative vibe and let's draw some amazing still life pieces together!
Price is $10 at the door payable via Venmo, Paypal, or cash.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/still-life-drawing-for-all-with-chris-mendoza-registration-1996747253787
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
September Member Meeting
These member meetings aim to update the membership about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and art association business. Most meetings include a speaker at the end that the board members arrange.
Membership is not required to attend these meetings.
Have someone you’d like acknowledged for their work? Fill out our Caught in the Act form and we will shout them out during the member meeting.
Gallery Reception: Chris Bidleman
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Life Drawing with RAA member Chris Mendoza
18+ Nude Life Drawing Session at Ridgefield Art Gallery. 3 hours of figure drawing.
Join us at the Ridgefield Art Gallery for a three-hour traditional life drawing session featuring a professional nude model. This relaxed, artist-focused session provides an opportunity to practice gesture, anatomy, proportion, light, and form through observational drawing from life.
Artists of all experience levels are welcome, from beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced artists looking for dedicated studio time. Bring your preferred drawing materials and enjoy three hours of focused figure drawing in a welcoming gallery setting.
Event price is $25, payable at the door. Payment accepted via cash, Venmo, or PayPal.
Please note: This is a full-nude figure drawing session and is open to participants ages 18 and up.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-drawing-at-the-ridgefield-art-gallery-tickets-1998936062573
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
Still Life Drawing for All by member Chris Mendoza
Join Chris Mendoza for a fun, beginner-friendly still life drawing session where everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your creative vibe and let's draw some amazing still life pieces together!
Price is $10 at the door payable via Venmo, Paypal, or cash.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/still-life-drawing-for-all-with-chris-mendoza-registration-1996821855924
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
Art Critique hosted by Eva Kelley
This is opportunity to get and give constructive feedback among fellow artists. RESERVE A SPOT here.
Bring your work in for constructive critique, feedback, and guidance from peers. You will also be giving your fellow artists the same feedback.
This will be an opportunity for growth whether you need help with technique, messaging, context, collaboration, etc. We will all be expected to go beyond "wow, that's really good!" and dive deeper into our work and our practice.
Each person will have an allotted amount of time (tbd depending on how many artists attend) to show some of their work and have the group focus specifically on them.
This is also a great opportunity to share helpful resources, books, calls for art in the community, and where you are showing.
Poetry Reading
Every third Sunday of the month please come join us for an afternoon of poetry and light refreshments. Bring something to read or just enjoy the authors sharing.
October Member Meeting
These member meetings aim to update the membership about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and art association business. Most meetings include a speaker at the end that the board members arrange.
Membership is not required to attend these meetings.
Have someone you’d like acknowledged for their work? Fill out our Caught in the Act form and we will shout them out during the member meeting.
Library Reception: theme TBD
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Library Show with you and the rest of the community. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Still Life Drawing for All by member Chris Mendoza
Join Chris Mendoza for a fun, beginner-friendly still life drawing session where everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your creative vibe and let's draw some amazing still life pieces together!
Price is $10 at the door payable via Venmo, Paypal, or cash.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/still-life-drawing-for-all-with-chris-mendoza-registration-1996748615861
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
Gallery Reception: Eva Kelley
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Poetry Reading
Every third Sunday of the month please come join us for an afternoon of poetry and light refreshments. Bring something to read or just enjoy the authors sharing.
Art Critique hosted by Eva Kelley
This is opportunity to get and give constructive feedback among fellow artists. RESERVE A SPOT here.
Bring your work in for constructive critique, feedback, and guidance from peers. You will also be giving your fellow artists the same feedback.
This will be an opportunity for growth whether you need help with technique, messaging, context, collaboration, etc. We will all be expected to go beyond "wow, that's really good!" and dive deeper into our work and our practice.
Each person will have an allotted amount of time (tbd depending on how many artists attend) to show some of their work and have the group focus specifically on them.
This is also a great opportunity to share helpful resources, books, calls for art in the community, and where you are showing.
Life Drawing with RAA member Chris Mendoza
18+ Nude Life Drawing Session at Ridgefield Art Gallery. 3 hours of figure drawing.
Join us at the Ridgefield Art Gallery for a three-hour traditional life drawing session featuring a professional nude model. This relaxed, artist-focused session provides an opportunity to practice gesture, anatomy, proportion, light, and form through observational drawing from life.
Artists of all experience levels are welcome, from beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced artists looking for dedicated studio time. Bring your preferred drawing materials and enjoy three hours of focused figure drawing in a welcoming gallery setting.
Event price is $25, payable at the door. Payment accepted via cash, Venmo, or PayPal.
Please note: This is a full-nude figure drawing session and is open to participants ages 18 and up.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-drawing-at-the-ridgefield-art-gallery-tickets-1998936287245
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
November Member Meeting
These member meetings aim to update the membership about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and art association business. Most meetings include a speaker at the end that the board members arrange.
Membership is not required to attend these meetings.
Have someone you’d like acknowledged for their work? Fill out our Caught in the Act form and we will shout them out during the member meeting.
Gallery Reception: “On the Record”
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Still Life Drawing for All by member Chris Mendoza
Join Chris Mendoza for a fun, beginner-friendly still life drawing session where everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your creative vibe and let's draw some amazing still life pieces together!
Price is $10 at the door payable via Venmo, Paypal, or cash.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/still-life-drawing-for-all-with-chris-mendoza-registration-1996748655981
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
Life Drawing with RAA member Chris Mendoza
18+ Nude Life Drawing Session at Ridgefield Art Gallery. 3 hours of figure drawing.
Join us at the Ridgefield Art Gallery for a three-hour traditional life drawing session featuring a professional nude model. This relaxed, artist-focused session provides an opportunity to practice gesture, anatomy, proportion, light, and form through observational drawing from life.
Artists of all experience levels are welcome, from beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced artists looking for dedicated studio time. Bring your preferred drawing materials and enjoy three hours of focused figure drawing in a welcoming gallery setting.
Event price is $25, payable at the door. Payment accepted via cash, Venmo, or PayPal.
Please note: This is a full-nude figure drawing session and is open to participants ages 18 and up.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-drawing-at-the-ridgefield-art-gallery-tickets-1998936331377
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
Art Critique hosted by Eva Kelley
*Registration required.
Please come join us for our monthly art critique. Bring something you’re working on and get real and useful feedback from other artists. This is a constructive and positive experience meant to help us all grow in our art practice.
Poetry Reading
Every third Sunday of the month please come join us for an afternoon of poetry and light refreshments. Bring something to read or just enjoy the authors sharing.
Gallery Reception: TBD
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Library Show Reception: TBD
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Library Show with you and the rest of the community. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Gallery Reception: Merrilee Asla Lee
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Library Show Reception: In Good Taste
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Library Show with you and the rest of the community. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Still Life Drawing for All by member Chris Mendoza
Join Chris Mendoza for a fun, beginner-friendly still life drawing session where everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your creative vibe and let's draw some amazing still life pieces together!
Price is $10 at the door payable via Venmo, Paypal, or cash.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/still-life-drawing-for-all-with-chris-mendoza-registration-1996746925806
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com with any questions.
Poetry Reading
Every third Sunday of the month please come join us for an afternoon of poetry and light refreshments. Bring something to read or just enjoy the authors sharing.
Still Life Drawing for All by member Chris Mendoza
Join Chris Mendoza for a fun, beginner-friendly still life drawing session where everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your creative vibe and let's draw some amazing still life pieces together!
Price is $10 at the door payable via Venmo, Paypal, or cash.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1993471681462
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com for any questions.
Gallery Reception: Rose Jubb
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Washougal Arts and Music Festival featuring member Jeanette Fedorka
Jeanette Fedorka was selected to participate in this year’s Washougal Arts and Music Festival. Join her and other talented artists on August 1st at Reflection Plaza in Washougal.
Poetry Reading
Every third Sunday of the month please come join us for an afternoon of poetry and light refreshments. Bring something to read or just enjoy the authors sharing.
Still Life Drawing for All by member Chris Mendoza
Whether you're a well-practiced illustrator or a beginner with no training, this drawing group will allow you to improve your skills.
Professional illustrator and animator with over a decade of industry experience
Experienced drawing everything from everyday objects to fantasy creatures
Breaks down traditional drawing techniques into simple, approachable lessons
Welcomes artists of all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced drawers
Believes drawing should be both rewarding and enjoyable
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1993471681462?aff=oddtdtcreator
Email chrismendozastudios@gmail.com for more info.
Art Critique hosted by Eva Kelley
This is opportunity to get and give constructive feedback among fellow artists. RESERVE A SPOT here.
Bring your work in for constructive critique, feedback, and guidance from peers. You will also be giving your fellow artists the same feedback.
This will be an opportunity for growth whether you need help with technique, messaging, context, collaboration, etc. We will all be expected to go beyond "wow, that's really good!" and dive deeper into our work and our practice.
Each person will have an allotted amount of time (tbd depending on how many artists attend) to show some of their work and have the group focus specifically on them.
This is also a great opportunity to share helpful resources, books, calls for art in the community, and where you are showing.
Gallery Reception: Nicole Given
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Art in the Garden - Battle Ground
RAA members Mary Grout and Richard Britschgi will both be participating
Still Life Drawing for All by member Rose Jubb
Whether you're a well-practiced illustrator or a beginner with no training, this drawing group will allow you to improve your skills.
Come gather with other like-minded artsy types who are improving their drawing skills. Whether you're trying it for fun, or want to become better at other artistic endeavors, drawing skills can always improve and grow your work in new ways.
Held at the Ridgefield Art Gallery and open to students 13+ (click link for more info and tickets)
Agenda
06:00 PM - 06:10 PM
Settle In & Begin Warm Up
06:15 PM - 06:30 PM
Main Object Intro & Coordinating Lesson/Tips
06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Main Object Drawing
07:10 PM - 07:25 PM
Share & Critique (or keep drawing subject)
In this time you can share art you've been working on outside of class and ask for any tips or critique if needed. Or, simply listen and keep drawing the main subject for the night.
07:25 PM - 07:30 PM
Clean Up & Farewell
About the Teacher:
- 40-years experience drawing everything I'm obsessed with
- professional training in both still life and portrait drawing techniques
- varies advise by level easily
- open to all interested in drawing
- described as patient, warm, and fun by students
Library Show Reception: On Holiday
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Library Show with you and the rest of the community. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Plein Air Contest 2026 - RAA Member Hosted
Plein Air Contest 2026
June 27, 2026
All artists welcome.
RAA member Cheryl Herndon is hosting a Plein Air Contest with artist Michael Delavar
Grand prize: Display at Aurora Gallery and $100 off framing gift certificate at Aurora Gallery.
$200 People’s Choice cash prize.
$100 Honorable mention cash prize.
June Member Meeting
These member meetings aim to update the membership about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and art association business. Most meetings include a speaker at the end that the board members arrange.
Membership is not required to attend these meetings.
Have someone you’d like acknowledged for their work? Fill out our Caught in the Act form and we will shout them out during the member meeting.
Corridor Gallery Reception for member Eva Kelley
Eva Kelley and fiber artist Maxine Swodeck are featured at Corridor Gallery in a show called "It's the Little Things". This gallery is located inside the Esther Short Building in downtown Vancouver. Artist reception will be Friday, June 19th from 5-7pm.
Still Life Drawing for All by member Rose Jubb
Whether you're a well-practiced illustrator or a beginner with no training, this drawing group will allow you to improve your skills.
Come gather with other like-minded artsy types who are improving their drawing skills. Whether you're trying it for fun, or want to become better at other artistic endeavors, drawing skills can always improve and grow your work in new ways.
Held at the Ridgefield Art Gallery and open to students 13+ (click link for more info and tickets)
Agenda
06:00 PM - 06:10 PM
Settle In & Begin Warm Up
06:15 PM - 06:30 PM
Main Object Intro & Coordinating Lesson/Tips
06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Main Object Drawing
07:10 PM - 07:25 PM
Share & Critique (or keep drawing subject)
In this time you can share art you've been working on outside of class and ask for any tips or critique if needed. Or, simply listen and keep drawing the main subject for the night.
07:25 PM - 07:30 PM
Clean Up & Farewell
About the Teacher:
- 40-years experience drawing everything I'm obsessed with
- professional training in both still life and portrait drawing techniques
- varies advise by level easily
- open to all interested in drawing
- described as patient, warm, and fun by students
Art Critique hosted by Eva Kelley
This is opportunity to get and give constructive feedback among fellow artists. RESERVE A SPOT here.
Bring your work in for constructive critique, feedback, and guidance from peers. You will also be giving your fellow artists the same feedback.
This will be an opportunity for growth whether you need help with technique, messaging, context, collaboration, etc. We will all be expected to go beyond "wow, that's really good!" and dive deeper into our work and our practice.
Each person will have an allotted amount of time (tbd depending on how many artists attend) to show some of their work and have the group focus specifically on them.
This is also a great opportunity to share helpful resources, books, calls for art in the community, and where you are showing.
Still Life Drawing for All by member Rose Jubb
Whether you're a well-practiced illustrator or a beginner with no training, this drawing group will allow you to improve your skills.
Come gather with other like-minded artsy types who are improving their drawing skills. Whether you're trying it for fun, or want to become better at other artistic endeavors, drawing skills can always improve and grow your work in new ways.
Held at the Ridgefield Art Gallery and open to students 13+ (click link for more info and tickets)
Agenda
06:00 PM - 06:10 PM
Settle In & Begin Warm Up
06:15 PM - 06:30 PM
Main Object Intro & Coordinating Lesson/Tips
06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Main Object Drawing
07:10 PM - 07:25 PM
Share & Critique (or keep drawing subject)
In this time you can share art you've been working on outside of class and ask for any tips or critique if needed. Or, simply listen and keep drawing the main subject for the night.
07:25 PM - 07:30 PM
Clean Up & Farewell
About the Teacher:
- 40-years experience drawing everything I'm obsessed with
- professional training in both still life and portrait drawing techniques
- varies advise by level easily
- open to all interested in drawing
- described as patient, warm, and fun by students
Gallery Reception: Kaylin Rose
Join the Ridgefield Art Association as we celebrate the new Gallery Show with you and the rest of the community. This is the RAA’s first gallery and we’re so excited to share what this cooperative has been up to. Come see the art, visit with the artists, enjoy the refreshments, and maybe even leave the show with a new piece of art!
Vancouver First Friday Art Walk featuring member Eva Kelley at Valo Wine
Eva Kelley will be the featured artist at Valo Wine for Vancouver's First Friday Art Walk on June 5th from 5-8pm
Still Life Drawing for All by member Rose Jubb
Whether you're a well-practiced illustrator or a beginner with no training, this drawing group will allow you to improve your skills.
Come gather with other like-minded artsy types who are improving their drawing skills. Whether you're trying it for fun, or want to become better at other artistic endeavors, drawing skills can always improve and grow your work in new ways.
Held at the Ridgefield Art Gallery and open to students 13+ (click link for more info and tickets)
Agenda
06:00 PM - 06:10 PM
Settle In & Begin Warm Up
06:15 PM - 06:30 PM
Main Object Intro & Coordinating Lesson/Tips
06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Main Object Drawing
07:10 PM - 07:25 PM
Share & Critique (or keep drawing subject)
In this time you can share art you've been working on outside of class and ask for any tips or critique if needed. Or, simply listen and keep drawing the main subject for the night.
07:25 PM - 07:30 PM
Clean Up & Farewell
About the Teacher:
- 40-years experience drawing everything I'm obsessed with
- professional training in both still life and portrait drawing techniques
- varies advise by level easily
- open to all interested in drawing
- described as patient, warm, and fun by students