News from the Knoll

Winter has always been a time for me to hunker down. I cherish family time in front of a warming fire, long afternoons with friends, and decorating the house for the coming holiday.

Just as the leaves surrounding my studio have fallen to make way for a distant spring, winter is also a time of rebirth. In place of my traditional 2-day Holiday Open Studio and Show, I’m changing things up this year…

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appointments for open studio

Please gather your friends and join me in-studio
BY APPOINTMENT Wednesdays Dec. 11th or 18th.

Gatherings of up to 12 friends are ideal. Come browse and stay for a cup of tea, coffee or a glass of wine and sit by the fire in the studio where we can catch up and together, usher in the holiday season surrounded by art, friendship, and community. It’s my way of being able to take a bit more time with you than in a larger group so we can visit!

Please text or call to set up a time - 503-866-5507. I’ve added new and exciting copper ornaments to my collection - perfect for your tree or one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. Playing with new combinations of fire, borax, and patina, I’ve instilled and hammered new bright colors and life into existing and BRAND-NEW designs for 2025. The collection keeps growing.

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year round on etsy

Just in time for the holidays, my new Etsy shop is operational, so ornaments are available all year round. These in-door/out-door ornaments are perfect holiday host and hostess gifts, stocking stuffers, or year round gifts for your favorite nature lover.

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301 gallery, hood river

I want to express my thanks to the wonderful 301 Gallery in Hood River, which represents my paintings as well as my ornaments. They’ve sold most of my pastel collection, so I have the happy task of getting busy in the new year and producing more of the art that brings me such joy.

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Thank you for being a part of my artistic journey. Happy Holidays!

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News from the Knoll

Spring is now summer, and I find myself balancing time in the garden with time at the easle. Time spent at the coast with time cooking from the garden. Time traveling balanced with stillness at home where I find most of my inspiration…the plants, the clouds, the light up here on the knoll. Waves and water have me right now. Having grown up in Lunada Bay, CA in the town of Palos Verdes, we literally grew up on the beach. I travel “home” often, and spend time up and down the WA, OR and CA coasts.

“Crash in to You” 20” x 20” pastel and cold wax copyright Carrie Moore Studios. Sold.

TARA WILL RETURNS OCT 2024!

We are delighted to welcome Tara back to the studio! Tara works in soft pastels, painting quickly to capture the essence of her subject using bold colors and strong marks. In 2022, she achieved her Eminent Pastellist Status with the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS). Tara's work is in both public and private collections around the world including the Mall in London. Her work has been featured in multiple languages in publications such as Southwest Art, Pastel Journal, and Plein Air Magazine. Most recently, Tara’s work was profiled at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. She resides in Maryland with her husband and four children.

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For the first time, we are offering 3 options to work with Tara:

OPTION 1
Evening Reception Only
Friday, October 18th , 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Join us for one of our most sought-after events at the Knoll—Tara’s evening demonstration from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. She will demonstrate in soft pastels and will also have some of her new oil paintings available for purchase. Heavy appetizers, wine, coffee, and tea are included.
Tickets: $60 per person.

OPTION 2
Plein Air + Evening Reception
Friday, October 18th , 1:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Our weekend begins Friday afternoon with plein air painting on the knoll from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., followed by appetizers and an evening demonstration by Tara. She will demonstrate in soft pastel and also have some of her new oil paintings available the evening of the demo! Light afternoon snacks and beverages provided.
Tickets: $100 per person.

OPTION 3
2-Day Workshop
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 - 4:00 pm.
Tara’s workshop is a rare opportunity to learn from a master. While Tara is demonstrating using soft pastels, painters of all media are welcome. Space is limited to 14 students. All fresh works will be available for purchase at special event pricing. Bring a friend and enjoy this unique opportunity to learn from a celebrated talent.
Tickets: $295 per person.