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Art Exhibitions and Events

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

Why I Hate Winter

Ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong? Let me tell you about mine.
Joe Anna Arnett, “Aspen Shadows,” 16 x 12 in.

Joe Anna Arnett ~ A Tribute Exhibition

Joe Anna Arnett was a beloved member of the plein air painting community. This month, her work is being celebrated by "Art With Purpose," offering collectors a rare opportunity. Created over decades of devoted practice, these paintings represent the final available pieces of Joe Anna's artistic legacy, with a portion of the proceeds going to ...
Painting of Cows - Richard Oversmith, "Morning Graze," oil on linen, 48 x 68 in.

En Plein Mountain Air

Exhibition: Two impressionists who, after travels and studies throughout the world, have returned to the Blue Ridge, inspired by its natural beauty.
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.
Image credit: Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA); The 27th Annual LPAPA Invitational takes place October 4-12 this year.

The Top Plein Air Painting Events for October 2025

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
Enjoying Eldorado Canyon State Park for our second paint-out of the week!

Day 3 Adventures Unfold

We are in full swing at the Plein Air Convention! On Day 3 of PACE our group headed into the Eldorado Canyon State Park,...
From Clare Bowen's Plein Air Live demo

We’re Here – Are You?

The fourth annual Plein Air Live kicked off this week with our "Essential Techniques Day," an annual favorite ...
art retreat - At Paint Adirondacks, you can take the time to set up, get comfortable, and paint en plein air at your pace.

Will You Have Uninterrupted Painting Time This Week?

"It gives me a week of solid, uninterrupted painting time. No spouse, kids, pets, friends saying ‘Are you done yet?’"
Ellen Buselli, “Patterns at Acequia Madre House,” 10x12 inches, oil

Paint New Mexico: Awards Announced

Congratulations to the award winners in Plein Air Painters of New Mexico’s “Paint New Mexico” show at ...
Photo of Christoval art colony painters; San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts show

In the Steps of the Master: A West Texas Adventure

A hundred years ago, coming to West Texas was the ultimate adventure ... Roughing it was not an abstract concept on these sketching trips.
Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE)

Your Biggest Questions About PACE Answered

The 2025 Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) runs May 19-23 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Reno, Nevada, with the beautiful Lake Tahoe as our backdrop for inspiration. We’ve noticed many artists have questions about PACE, so we wanted to address the most common ones.
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 >>> 
The art gallery; Photo credit: Rick Cleland

’23 Elora Plein Air Festival Recap

A brief report of the Annual Elora Plein Air Festival (Ontario, May ‘23) from event judge Valerie Kent.
LPAPA artists - painting events

Your October 2024 Painting Events and Deadlines

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
Publisher's Invitational art retreats - Winter Art Escape

A Historic First in America’s Oldest City

The inaugural Winter Art Escape brought artists together for sunlit days of creativity, exclusive painting locations, and unforgettable camaraderie. From scenic coastal vistas to vibrant evening gatherings, this retreat proved that even winter can be the perfect season for inspiration. Read the full recap and start planning your next artistic adventure!
Zion Plein Air - James McGrew is one of 15 artists painting in Zion Canyon the first week in November.

Happening Now: The Zion Plein Air Invitational

Right now, artists are participating in the 2025 Zion Plein Air Invitational, a celebration of art in the heart of Zion National Park. Watch...
Karen Leoni, "Coasting," oil on linen, 12 x 20 in.

Two Perspectives

Karen Leoni and Maria SantoStefano are the Featured Artists at Benicia Plein Air Gallery (California) from June 2-25, 2023, and ...
“Carrizo, Washburn Wildflowers II,” oil on canvas, 22” x 28” by Laurel Sherrie

Love the Land: Laurel Sherrie’s Local Landscapes

Not only does she highlight the special places around San Luis Obispo County, but she also hopes that her paintings will inspire people to ...

Hello From the Plein Air Convention!

I don’t know what I was expecting at PACE, but it wasn’t this…
"Apparently This Wasn't a Brothel," Mat Barber Kennedy, First Place North Carolina Plein Air Art Fest 2023

“Apparently This Wasn’t a Brothel”

Celebrating Art and Community: Highlights from the 2023 North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival New Bern