Corvallis—FULL The Corvallis Writers Group focuses on children’s writing and illustration, but not exclusively. They meet once a month on the second Thursday of each month at 7 pm, and take turns hosting at homes. New members must first listen at one meeting without reading. The group has been around for 30 years.
Contact: Ellen at ellenbeier@yahoo.com
Mid-Valley—OPEN Che Gilson has started a new critique group for illustrators in the mid-valley area. They meet at the Broadway Coffee House (Monmouth Room), 1300 Broadway St. NE, Suite 100, Salem, OR 97301.
Contact: Che at chegilson@gmail.com
PORTLAND EASTSIDE ILLUSTRATORS ONLINE & IN PERSON—ON HIATUS: For Illustrators and Author-Illustrators committed to actively developing their craft. Although we are not currently meeting as a critique group, we attend monthly DRAW TOGETHER sessions when possible. Join us there!
Contact: Avery at avery.jepsen.minyard@gmail.com
Southern Oregon—OPEN ILLUSTRATORS – ONLINE/FACE TO FACE This group is open to anyone interested in publishing their illustrations in children’s and early chapter books. The group will serve to offer feedback and critique on artwork, share information and advice about getting our work out there, and act as a fun and supportive meeting space for illustrators.
Contact: Parsina at parsina.kurth@gmail.com
updated 1/10/2024