Robert Yonke Art

“Hiking Out” at the Sandy Douglass Memorial Regatta

Sailing has long been part of summer at Deep Creek Lake, and one of the highlights of the season is the annual Sandy Douglass Memorial Regatta. Held in July, the regatta brings Flying Scot sailors together for a weekend of racing and celebrates a boat with deep roots in Garrett County. This year, I wasContinue reading ““Hiking Out” at the Sandy Douglass Memorial Regatta”

The Deep Creek Lake Studio is Open

The weather didn’t reflect it this past weekend, but another summer at Deep Creek Lake is just around the corner, and I’m back to work in the Garrett County studio. After returning from a trip to the West Coast of Ireland, I’ve been painting scenes from the trip. You might remember a series that IContinue reading “The Deep Creek Lake Studio is Open”

Why I Paint Golf Scenes

Golf is a pretty game and comforting, too. And I don’t think that’s just for me. Maybe that’s why I enjoy painting golf-related scenes as much as I do. If I’m not painting or playing country music with my friends, you can probably find me sneaking off to a golf course to play a fewContinue reading “Why I Paint Golf Scenes”

Artwork Selected for Master Craft Printers’ 2026 Calendar

I’m pleased to share that my watercolor Thirty-Two Acres was included in Master Craft Printers’ 2026 Promotional Calendar. The calendar, featuring work by Garrett County artists, was distributed free to the public during the Small-Town Christmas event last month. Each piece reflects the character, creativity, and sense of place that defines the region. Garrett CountyContinue reading “Artwork Selected for Master Craft Printers’ 2026 Calendar”

Autumn Glory and Art at Deep Creek Lake

Every October, Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County draw visitors for the Autumn Glory Festival, a long-standing tradition celebrating foliage, parades, crafts, and community. It’s one of the most popular seasonal events in Garrett County, and it has influenced my work for many years. With Deep Creek Lake marking its 100th anniversary, this felt likeContinue reading “Autumn Glory and Art at Deep Creek Lake”