Hosted by Arizona Pastel Artist Association (APAA)
Leila Langston
About the Site: Another gem along the Salt River, offering peaceful riverbanks, mesquite trees, and panoramic desert skies.
Map Link: Google Maps Search Term: “Phon D Sutton Recreation Area, Mesa, AZ”
Meeting Location: Main Parking Lot
Fees: $8 Tonto Daily Pass, or America the Beautiful Pass
Restrooms: Yes
This series of paint outs is organized by the Arizona Pastel Artists Association and shared across our channels as part of a coordinated effort to connect plein air events among Arizona art groups. The more easels, the better the landscapes.
When painting in Arizona —> always bring extra water and shade. Hats & umbrellas recommended!
Know before you go:
Traffic: az511.gov
Fire: dffm.az.gov/az-fire-info