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Painting Exhibitions and Events

Discover upcoming artist events, art exhibitions, paint-outs, quick draws, Invitationals, and more for plein air artists and collectors.

The 2024 "Paint Adirondacks" family of artists and friends

91 Painters, One Epic Week

Inside the 13th Annual Publishers Invitational Paint Adirondacks Retreat 🌄
Jill Carver, "Downtown Austin," 30 x 32 in.

Don’t Miss: Interview with Jill Carver and Eric Rhoads

Jill Carver articulates her thought process in a way that makes complex concepts crystal clear, sparking “aha” moments. She'll reveal a HUGE surprise during this interview, so register here now.
Shelby Keefe, "Long Forgotten," oil on canvas

Museum Exhibition Explores the Landscape in “Expressions of Place”

Plein air painting has long been a tradition in Door County, beginning with the artist communities that professors from the ...
Carolyn Lindsey (b. 1960), "From the Bridge," 2023, oil on linen, 13 x 8 in.

Painting New Mexico

The nonprofit organization Plein Air Painters of New Mexico (PAPNM) has launched Paint New Mexico!, its first statewide paint-out for ...
From the Collectors Preview at Wayne Art Center's Plein Air Festival

Nearly 300 Original Paintings, Only One Best in Show

“I was so impressed with the work created by these talented artists,” said Carver. “The urge to create beautiful things is a gift that we happy tribe of painters are lucky to have.”
Biltmore Estate plein air painting

Plein Air Painters Enjoy the Biltmore Estate

At the 11th Annual Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) this year, hundreds of painters shuttled to the incredible, historic Biltmore Estate for a rare opportunity to paint on the grounds of this 8,000-acre gem.
Artists from a previous Telluride Plein Air Festival

Your June 2024 Painting Events Guide

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
Eric Rhoads with Ali Cruickshank; we'll miss you, Ali!

12th Annual PACE To Be Held In …

Next year's PACE location announcement, plus highlights from Day 4 of the Plein Air Convention & Expo!
Some lined up along the along the banks of the Tuckasegee River at Darnell Farms

“Take a Chance”

Highlights from Day 3 of the Plein Air Convention & Expo in Cherokee, North Carolina.
Other painters lined up along the edge of the open spaces of the park.

Learning How to Paint en Plein Air, Together

Highlights from Day 2 of the Plein Air Convention & Expo > Picture this: A cool, burbling river running alongside a forested valley trail; or a golden, open field at the base of tree-covered mountains leading ...
Eric Rhoads and friends painting en plein air at a Publisher's Invitational

Summer Art Retreat: Join Me and a Few Friends in the Adirondacks

Paint all day, every day, without any distractions; make deep friendships; have everything taken care of for you.
Plein Air Japan - Lynn Mishkel

Your May 2024 Painting Events Guide

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
Painting plein air - artist retreats - Publisher's Invitational Adirondacks

How I Made My Closest Friends While Painting Plein Air

A letter from Eric Rhoads on friendship, new experiences, and painting plein air >>> 
Eric Rhoads working with a painter; one of the benefits of PACE is learning from each other on the spot.

April 2024 Painting Events – In-Person and Online

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
View the work being produced by this year's invited artists in The Wet Room beginning March 17 at The Joe Center for the Arts, Port St. Joe

8 Exhibits, 4 Venues at Forgotten Coast Plein Air

Now in its 19th year of documenting authentic “Old Florida,” Forgotten Coast en Plein Air takes place March 15-24, 2024.
plein air painting - PAC6

PAC6 Art Exhibition: From Field to Frame

For PAC6, “From Field to Frame: The PAC6 Show How It's Done” marks ten years of collaboration, and is their third major exhibition for the Santa Paula Art Museum.
At PACE paint-outs, faculty members are available to guide you while you're painting - a great opportunity for beginning artists

March 2024 Painting Events – In-Person and Online

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
From a paint-out at a previous Plein Air Convention & Expo

February 2024 Painting Events – In-Person and Online

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
Ralph Papa "Painting in Paradise"; Photo by Williams W. Combes

Your Peek at an Invitation-Only Garden

“Painting in Paradise” shows artworks created at "a plein air painter's dream" location in Florida.
Margi Lucena (1954-2022), "Bonito Creek," pastel, 12 x 16 in.

A Memorial Art Exhibition Fundraiser

An invitation to family, friends, fellow artists, and interested parties. Donations will fund ...