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:
“Do I need to be an experienced outdoor painter to attend?”
Not at all! PACE welcomes artists of all skill levels. In fact, all morning training sessions are held indoors on high-definition screens, making it perfect for both beginners and pros.
“What exactly do I get in those five days?”
You’re getting direct access to 75+ master artists who openly share their techniques — including all those little “nobody ever taught me this!” solutions that make such a difference in your paintings.
Set up your easel at stunning Lake Tahoe. Clear blue water stretches for miles, mountains touch the sky, and pine trees dot the shore. This is the kind of place that makes painting feel magical.
You’ll be able to put your new skills into practice right away because these plein air masters will be there by your side to make sure you get all the guidance you need (no more wondering if you’re “doing it right” or feeling hesitant to ask questions).
You’ll have access to 5 specialized stages — one for each medium (oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, and gouache) — where artists share their best-kept secrets and finally make those challenging techniques click … nothing held back…
Paint alongside friendly, encouraging artists in beautiful locations — because creating art is so much more enjoyable when you’re part of a welcoming community.
Browse a marketplace of quality art supplies with expert advice on what actually works — so you can feel confident about your materials and focus on enjoying the creative process (goodbye, expensive trial and error!).
Choose the sessions that speak to you throughout each day — whether you’re an early bird or prefer afternoon painting, there’s a perfect spot for you.
“Will I feel out of place as a newcomer?”
We’ve thought of that! Our special Newcomers Orientation helps you meet fellow artists right away. As Toni DeRuntz shared: “Had the best time ever! So excited to see all the other artists and learn their closely kept secrets. Loved getting the latest materials to be able to paint like a pro!”
“Is it worth the investment?”
Consider this: For the price of a single workshop, you’ll learn from over 75 top painters who will actually work with you.
As Bobby Miller puts it: “Despite the first blush of expense, the convention fee was well worth it for all of the many excellent demonstrations and presentations offered.”
“What if I’m not sure?”
We’re so confident you’ll love the experience, we offer a money-back guarantee.
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