Running School Giovanna Fischer|January 2, 2023 Runner Giovanna Fischer of the Black Roses running group explores how running is more than a sport or science—it’s a creative and collective practice.
Camp Monsters Podcast: Kids’ Edition Chelsea Davis|April 29, 2020 Keep yourself entertained with Camp Monsters coloring pages. From the legendary Tahoe Tessie to the infamous Batsquatch, there’s a monster for everybody.
5 Photography Tips to Keep Your Creative Juices Flowing Erin Sullivan|April 17, 2020 Stay connected to nature and see your space with fresh eyes during social distancing.
Take a Page from Our Co-op Coloring Book REI Staff|April 13, 2020 For those days when you can’t get outside, this fun and meditative coloring book brings the outside to you. Get creative with the Co-op Journal!
When Art Becomes Advocacy Sarah Grothjan|February 18, 2020 Four artists finding creative ways to spotlight climate change and plastic pollution.
Force of Nature Feature: Lisa Congdon Corina Carrizales|November 12, 2018 Lisa Congdon, a Portland based artist, was recently featured in our Force of Nature publication. Learn more about her art and the role the outdoors play in her life.
Force of Nature: Loveis Wise Corina Carrizales|August 28, 2018 Meet Loveis Wise, the 23-year-old illustrator who is proving that age is just a number.
Meet the Artists Behind the New REI Member Made Program Aer Parris|March 19, 2018 This spring, we’re launching a new way for the REI Co-op members to share their love of the outdoors, and their art, with other members.
Drawn To High Places: Mountain Artist Nikki Frumkin Charlotte Austin|January 10, 2018 You'll often find Nikki Frumkin hiking or climbing in the Cascades with her watercolors in tow. Learn how she got her start as a mountain artist.
Inspiring Girls Expeditions: Becoming a Mentor in the Mountains Claire Giordano|September 22, 2017 REI Force of Nature Fund recipient Inspiring Girls Expeditions brings together science, art and wilderness for high school girls. Learn about the program.
Sarah Uhl: Illustrator, Adventurer Chris Van Leuven|August 24, 2017 Once poised for the Olympics for track cycling, today, after a decade of searching for her greater purpose, Sarah Uhl shares her creativity ...
Designers Use Park-Inspired Art to Give Back to the Community Matt Wastradowski|January 23, 2017 A pair of artists pays tribute to Oregon parks with a patch collection. It didn’t take long for Kevin Fitzgerald to fall in love with Ore...