On Location in Malibu
May
11
to Jul 28

On Location in Malibu

  • Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art Pepperdine University (map)
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Title: "Malibu on My Mind"

My 16x20 oil landscape painting, "Malibu on My Mind," captures the serene beauty of California's coastal landscape. Eucalyptus and sycamore trees sway amidst colorful hills, while a tranquil stream winds through the scene. Late-day lighting casts warm hues, illuminating impressionistic clouds in the blue sky. Light dances on the water's surface, highlighting the textured bark of a yellow sycamore. The painting's rich texture invites viewers to immerse themselves in the vibrant scenery, evoking a sense of peace and tranquility. "Malibu on My Mind" serves as a reminder of the captivating allure of Malibu's natural beauty and the enduring inspiration it holds for artists and admirers alike.

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112th Annual Gold Medal Exhibit, California Art Club
Jul
9
to Sep 10

112th Annual Gold Medal Exhibit, California Art Club

As an artist, I am captivated by the timeless beauty and majesty of sailing ships. My oil painting of a sailing ship captures the grace and power of these magnificent vessels, as they glide across the open sea. Through the use of bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors, I sought to convey the sense of adventure and freedom that comes with sailing.

In this painting, I aimed to capture the movement and energy of the ship, as it cuts through the waves and navigates the elements. The play of light and shadow on the sails and hull creates a dynamic and evocative effect, while the deep blues and greens of the sea and sky create a sense of vastness and infinite possibility.

To me, this painting represents the spirit of exploration and discovery, as well as the deep connection between humans and the natural world. I hope that viewers of this painting will be transported to a place of peace and tranquility, and inspired to embrace their own sense of adventure and wonder.

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Telluride Plein Air
Jun
28
to Jul 4

Telluride Plein Air

Each summer, over the Fourth of July weekend, the Sheridan Arts Foundation hosts 20-25 nationally renowned plein air artists in beautiful Telluride, Colorado for a week of outdoor art.

The Telluride Plein Air Festival has become an indispensable part of Telluride’s Independence Day festivities, allowing locals and tourists alike to observe some of the nation’s top plein air artists at work. The festival culminates in a three-day sale, where the artists display the work they have created all week long. The festival has over $15,000 in cash and prizes.

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Catalina Island Conservancy "Wild Side"
Oct
23
1:00 PM13:00

Catalina Island Conservancy "Wild Side"

This unique show features only works of Catalina Island - from Avalon to Two Harbors, with a special focus on the lands stewarded by the Catalina Island Conservancy - the wild side.

Partial Proceeds benefit the Catalina Conservancy

Founded in 1972. Mission Statement: The Catalina Island Conservancy was formed in 1972 and is one of California's oldest land trusts. Its mission is to be a responsible steward of its lands through a balance of conservation, education and recreation.

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Laguna Plein Air
Oct
1
to Oct 8

Laguna Plein Air

When you join the celebration, you are part of…
The Laguna plein air legacy & tradition!
Each year LPAPA turns Laguna Beach into an outdoor painting studio,
inviting the top award-winning plein air painters from around the nation to gather
to paint the town as they compete for top cash awards and
carry on a century-old plein air painting tradition!

Save the dates for the 24th Annual Laguna Invitational, October 1 – 10, 2022.

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Sonoma Plein Air
Sep
5
to Sep 10

Sonoma Plein Air

The 20th Annual Sonoma Plein Air Festival is held in September, bringing nationally acclaimed artists to Sonoma for a week to paint, show and sell their work to benefit youth art education in Sonoma.

The Festival is produced by the all-volunteer Sonoma Plein Air Foundation. The Art Show and Sale and a Gala Dinner event are the primary source of funding to provide art education for public school students in the Sonoma Valley.

Since 2002, over $1.7 million dollars
has been granted to youth art programs
​in Sonoma Valley.

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98th Annual Hoosier Salon
Aug
24
to Oct 23

98th Annual Hoosier Salon

HOOSIER ART SALON 98TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION

At the Indiana State Museum, 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

AUGUST 24 – October 23, 2022

ABOUT THE EVENT

Hoosier Art Salon invites artists to apply to Indiana’s longest-running exhibit of art by Indiana artists.  A one-year residency in Indiana, at any time in the life of the artist, and membership in the Hoosier Art Salon are required.  Hoosier Art Salon has showcased the talents of Indiana artists since the first exhibition in 1925.  Preview Sales Event and Awards Ceremony for artists and patrons – Wednesday, August 24, at 6:00 p.m. at the Indiana State Museum.

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Just Plein Fun
Aug
1
to Aug 5

Just Plein Fun

Mon, Aug 1, 2022 9:00 AM to Fri, Aug 5, 2022 8:00 PM

The Huse Skelly Gallery is celebrating the 17th annual Just Plein Fun!

10 Award-Winning Artists invited from around the country to paint scenes on and around beautiful Balboa Island in Newport Beach, CA.

Starting on Monday August 1st, get your Plein Air Passport at Huse Skelly Gallery, find the artists painting on Balboa Island and get their signatures in your Passport to win prizes.

Artists paint until Friday, August 5th, at noon. All week long, the artists will bring in wet paintings for purchase. You can check with the gallery team to see where the artists are painting. If you see a painting in the works that you love, you can arrange to purchase it before it is gone!

Friday August 5th, is our ‘Brush Off’ on Marine Ave with Live Music from 4-6pm. Stroll downtown and Watch as all 10 artists paint downtown Balboa Island for a
two hour competition.

Awards and Gala immediately following at the Huse Skelly Gallery
6:30pm on Friday August 5th.

2022 Just Plein Fun Artists:
Lisa Skelly, Debra Huse, Daniel Marshall,
Mark Shasha, Durre Waseem,
Nancie King Mertz, Manon Sander,
Ryan Jensen & Lisa Mozzini-McDill

https://www.huseskellygallery.com/just-plein-fun-2022

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Easton Plein Air
Jul
17
to Jul 27

Easton Plein Air

Plein Air Easton is the nation's largest outdoor art competition.

Fifty-eight of the world's top plein air artists vie for thousands of dollars in prizes every July in Easton, MD.

The week culminates in a gallery exhibit and sale July 17-24, 2022

Plein Air Easton is the work of the Avalon Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to foster a strong community on the Eastern Shore by creating accessible, uplifting arts, education, and cultural experiences that appeal to the interests of a diverse population and to ensure the long term viability of the historic Avalon Theatre.

The Academy Art Museum and the Armory/Waterfowl Headquarters will be the venues for the competition exhibit. This event is supported by Talbot Arts Council, donations from corporations, small businesses, media outlets, Friends of Plein Air Easton, and strong community support. Donations support the event while promoting conservation and tourism through the arts and a distinct sense of place. Strong community support and sponsorships have helped make Plein Air Easton one of Easton's most popular annual events and the nation’s largest outdoor painting competition.

For more information, visit www.pleinaireaston.com, email info@pleinaireaston.com or call the Plein Air Easton hotline at 410.822.7297.

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Gold Medal Exhibit
Jul
17
to Aug 21

Gold Medal Exhibit

111th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition

Bowers Museum
2002 North Main Street, Santa Ana, California

July 17 to August 21, 2022

Since its 1909 inauguration, the California Art Club has been dedicated to promoting and supporting contemporary-traditional fine art through championing painting and sculpture featuring representational practices. The Annual Gold Medal Exhibition is the most vital platform for demonstrating the best of the realist genre.

In presenting the 111th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition with the Bowers Museum, the California Art Club will unveil our signature event with this esteemed institution for the very first time.

californiaartclub.org/gala
- for the Exhibition Preview

californiaartclub.org/goldmedal - for exhibition and program details

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Sonoma Plein Air
Sep
6
to Sep 11

Sonoma Plein Air

The annual Sonoma Plein Air Festival is held in September, bringing nationally acclaimed artists to Sonoma for a week to paint, show and sell their work to benefit youth art education in Sonoma.

The Festival is produced by the all-volunteer Sonoma Plein Air Foundation. The Art Show and Sale and a Gala Dinner event are the primary source of funding to provide art education for public school students in the Sonoma Valley.

The Sonoma Plein Air Foundation facilitates artists, art organizations, public schools and the community to create, appreciate and understand the importance of visual arts.

We seek to engage youth through art education, foster artistic excellence, nurture a vibrant local arts community and bring people together for experiences that inspire a creative exchange of ideas.

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Just Plein Fun
Aug
2
to Aug 7

Just Plein Fun

Join us on Balboa Island for a summer painting celebration. Get your plein air passport. Find the invited pro artists and get their signature to win prizes. Opening reception Friday or Saturday July, 6 or 7. Check the gallery website for more info.

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California Art Club Gold Medal Exhibition
Jul
10
to Aug 7

California Art Club Gold Medal Exhibition

  • Hilbert Museum of California Art (map)
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As one of the oldest, largest and most active art organizations in the country, the California Art Club is committed to keeping the traditional arts and its time-honored skills alive. With thirteen chapters and members throughout the world, we offer a variety of thought-provoking exhibitions, engaging educational programs and expansive online resources of historical and contemporary art research materials. Because we believe that art empowers and brings people together in positive ways, the California Art Club attracts artists, art scholars and art enthusiasts of all ages who want to be part of this universal conversation. Join the lively dialogue and become a member today!

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Plein Air EASTON!
Jul
8
to Jul 18

Plein Air EASTON!

Plein Air Easton is the largest and most prestigious juried plein air painting competition in the United States.  Celebrating its 17th year in 2021, the competition is held in Easton, Maryland each July.  Plein air painters produce art from life (as opposed to in the studio). Artists from all over the United States and beyond apply to this competition beginning December 1st of the previous year.  There will be 58 competing artists painting throughout Talbot County, Maryland the week of July 11th through the 18th.  Many of the world's most accomplished artists have Easton at the top of their wish list of competitions and we will continue to set the bar for excellence in the coming year.

The pandemic brought special challenges to the planning process. While many events were canceled or accessible only online, Plein Air Easton rose to the challenge and modified our normally highly attended event to ensure the safety of our artists and guests. Normally PAE events are scheduled throughout the week, in 2020 our events were scaled down to include one major event and a gallery exhibition hall open to everyone. Our roster of artists was also scaled down to include mostly those who were geographically close to Easton. For all 58 juried artists in 2020, their competition spot was promised to them in 2021 regardless if they were choosing to participate in 2020's events.

Quick Facts for 2019:

  • Art sales for last year's event topped $411,000 with 365 paintings sold in 2.5 days.

  • Approximately 6,000-8,000 people participate in the festival throughout the week

  • In 2019 the Collectors' Preview Party alone sold a painting every 45 seconds during a 90 minute period.

  • Plein Air Easton’s Quick Draw is open to any artist with $10 and ambition. Nearly 200 artists paint for 2 hours in downtown Easton and the event culminates in an outdoor exhibit and sale along South Harrison Street.

  • Galleries and arts organizations program demos, workshops, exhibits and lectures as part of the event. Next year an exceptional line up of reknowned artists, PAE alumni and esteemed professionals in the art world will be sharing their talents and knowledge during the week of July 12-19.

  • The weekend of July 18th and 19th will feature an Artisan's Market that will showcase Delmarva artisans displaying many different types of arts from jewelry to pottery to metalworks and much more.

Plein Air Easton is at the center of the modern plein air movement.  Easton is making history and the work produced here has importance beyond the daily joy of seeing original artwork in your home.  We invite you to experience the vibrancy and artistic excellence of Plein Air Easton and to be a part of the history being made here.  Please contact the Plein Air Easton Information Hotline at 410-822-7297 or info@pleinaireaston.com for more information about how you can participate and/or show your support.

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America the Beautiful
May
31
to Aug 1

America the Beautiful

Mary Williams Fine Arts of Boulder, Colorado proudly launches a virtual fine art show and sale entitled AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL & can be accessed by visiting http://www.marywilliamsfinearts.com and clicking on the American flag logo on the home page.

The show features America's top artists from all 50 states.

20% of purchases will be donated to FEEDING AMERICA, an organization that supports over 200 American food banks.

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Cape Ann Plein Air
Oct
11
to Oct 17

Cape Ann Plein Air

CAPA 2020 Online & Moved to SPRING 2021

Featuring 35 of the finest artists in the nation

We have been hard at work figuring out how best to move forward with CAPA2020 in these uncertain times. Paramount in our considerations is the health and welfare of our participating artists, our housing hosts, the viability of being able to gather in large numbers and being able to host a meaningful and fun week-long event that will benefit artists and art lovers alike. We have created a hybrid-approach this year, beginning this October 2020 and culminating with a full CAPA Week in May 2021.

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Sonoma Plein Air
Sep
7
to Sep 12

Sonoma Plein Air

The 2020 Sonoma Plein Air Festival on the Plaza has been cancelled...but the show goes on!

We've all been going through challenging times during the pandemic, and it's tough to predict what our future will look like. But we know one thing for sure: ART MUST BE A PART!

We are not giving up on art education! Schools and the community organizations serving them will be able to carry over funds, and we have limited funds available for new grants to keep art alive for the youth of Sonoma.
We are here to support the professional artists who make our annual festival a success. Many have traveled to Sonoma for nearly two decades! All of the artists have lost opportunities to sell their work this year.

Head over to the sale right now to see the paintings before they are gone. And if you find something you like, buy it! 

The show is THIS WEEK only and ends on Saturday, September 12 at 4 pm.

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