Access to art

According to the Clark County Arts Commission, “The arts hold the power to inspire and enlighten. They influence the economy by creating jobs and ancillary services, stimulating tourism and raising tax revenues. The interdependence of artists supporting local businesses that have supported them is a win-win situation.”

With these kinds of benefits in mind, during the past several years Camas and Washougal in particular have seen a resurgence in public art — it’s become plentiful and available to all in the community who choose to embrace it. And enthusiastic local leaders have ambitious plans to add more.