making art on the river

sketches from the salmon & rogue

This July, I had the chance to float both the main stem of the Salmon River in Idaho, and the wild & scenic stretch of the Rogue River in Oregon. It’s hard to put into words how special these places are, and what a magical thing it is to move through the wilderness on a raft - splashing in rapids and camping on sandy beaches at night. So instead of words, here are the pictures I drew.

I hope summer is treating you well, and you’re finding time to be outside and make art. I highly recommend it.

Sending you joy! - Kika

Kelsey Canyon on the Rogue River - featuring Andrew & I in the raft we purchased this summer!

Sketches from the first day of floating on the Rogue River.

Patchwork Quilt inspired by scenes from the Rogue.

Playing Cards at camp on the Rogue River.

Friends exploring the endless side creeks & waterfalls that flow into the Rogue River.

Sketch to digitally colored illustration! Jam session at Groundhog Camp on the Main Salmon.

Ollie & Carson relaxing at Corn Creek on the Main Salmon.

All the boats rigged and ready to go at the put in of the Main Salmon.