Art for Nature: Painting Spokane’s Wild Places | Spokane News

Painter LR Montgomery’s new exhibition “Our Amazing NW Natural Areas” showcases 17 stunning landscape paintings of local gems like High Drive Bluff and the Spokane River—each sale directly funds conservation groups protecting these places. Once a printmaker, he switched to plein air painting after his wife’s nudge and a surprising sales stat, quickly turning his art into a movement. People flock to watch him paint their favorite views, sparking connections with local conservationists. His mission? Inspire awe for the region’s natural beauty and fuel action to protect it. Supported by groups like Spokane Riverkeeper and Lands Council, this show blends art, activism, and hope—with Montgomery driven daily by the belief his next painting will be his best. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ab63305955f74ba4