Plein Air Exhibition

DATE: August 22 — October 12
TIME: 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM
WHERE: Goodenow Gallery

This bi-annual painting competition is for all artists who paint using the plein air technique in oil, watercolor, acrylic, and pastel. Artists are invited to paint in the Iowa Great Lakes Region or paint in their area or region of choice. The show is judged and awards are given!

All art must be created in the field; no studio work will be allowed. Canvases and papers are stamped at the center beginning August 15th through 20th with delivery of finished, exhibition ready works by noon on August 21st.

Download our 2019 entry form here: Plein Air Exhibition Flyer

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