My Carado Axion might be compact, but it unfolds into the perfect mobile studio. Over the last two years, I’ve parked beside red‑rock amphitheaters, desert washes, and high‑alpine lakes—each location feeding a sketchbook bursting with color tests and compositional thumbnails.
This article maps one loop from Bryce Canyon to Taos Plaza, highlighting a few parking spots where the sunrise hits just right. I share gear lists (what fits, what doesn’t), ways to secure wet canvases while driving, and how a solar setup powers my heat gun for quick drying sessions.
If you’re dreaming of combining travel with serious studio time, consider this both a love letter to the open road and a practical checklist.