Our Hudson Valley Sites

There's so much more to tell you about this area. But to give you an in depth look and to save time, here's a set of links to a few of the many possible plein air painting, photography and tour destinations:

- Revisit the Hudson River School, Frederick Church's home, Olana
- And the Thomas Cole home, Cedar Grove; And while you are on the thomascole website, make sure you   follow the Hudson River Art Trail, because we'll be following that trail's stops 3-7.
- Discover the campus and all it offers
- And of course the town
- But there's all of Ulster County waiting for you
- You are just 8 miles from one of the most popular hiking and photography areas in all of NY, Minnewaska   State Park (Learn a new name, 'The Gunks')
- And people will tell you, you have to see Mohonk Mountain House
- Just beyond the Mohonk Preserve, High Falls on the old Delaware and Hudson Canal
- Across the river or down the Interstate or both: Roosevelt home and library
- Vanderbilt Mansion
- And just south of the homes, the Culinary Institute of America and superb dining. Reservations required   well in advance

KAREN'S ART

Please visit these galleries to see samples of my landscapes. Look for Karen Williams Edelmann. You may also visit my bio page on the St. Thomas Aquinas College website.)

The Allen Sheppard Gallery - New York City

KWEdelmann.com - Artist's Website

 

THE TRAVELING CREATIVE

What do artists take with them when they travel?
This link takes you to the website of Canadian artist Robert Genn who writes a bi-weekly letter to artists around the world. His "Painters Keys" community responded to the Travel Tips letter with a variety of creative and informative suggestions. You can read the original letter then scroll down the response column. If you wish to join the discussions, there is no charge to receive Robert's letter. www.painterskeys.com

Easel? Pochade Box? Journal? Some artists travel with a lot, some with very little.

If you plan to transport a Julian style easel, The Container Store has a terrific new "Shopping Cart". The easel is light, good-looking and easy to pull. On their website, you can even read comments from people who've purchased it. www.containerstore.com

For journals and sketchbooks, I like Cheap Joes American Journey series. In fact I really like Cheap Joes in general. Cruise the site. Their small artist's boxes (type in 'pochade box' and look at the Guerilla Painter's Kit) are light and compact. www.cheapjoes.com

And if you can't find what you want at Joe's, Dick Blick has an extensive inventory and an entire department devoted to working on site. www.dickblick.com

And, happily, there's a fine new art store in New Paltz. For instance, Manny's is well stocked and open Monday thru Saturday. www.mannysart.com

THE PROTECTED TRAVELER

Who knows when illness may strike or if other events will intrude on your travel plans? Most tours are nonrefundable after a certain date, so whether you travel with us or others, travel insurance is your protection. It is affordable and highly recommended. Do a Google search for travel insurance and see the options and choices available, and then purchase what's best for you. Often it can be arranged easily on-line. You can compare travel policies quickly at www.insuremytrip.com

DRESS TO GO

Temperatures are generally moderate in New York in late June, with cool evenings, but consult local weather predictions before packing. (a light slicker never hurts) Otherwise dress for comfort and if you plan on hiking with us, be sure to bring appropriate shoes. www.forcast.weather.gov (New Paltz, New York 12561)

TRAVEL GUIDES

There are many travel guides for the Hudson valley available on-line. Chose one that best suits your interests. Art, History, Dining, Hiking and so on. www.barnesandnoble.com or www.amazon.com

SEEING IS BELIEVING

You'll want a good pair of binoculars so you can see forever and beyond from the many peaks in the Catskills and the Shawangunks. Or perhaps catch a glimpse of soaring bald eagles or nesting American bluebirds.