March 14-20, 2021 |
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Get ready for an all-new Plein Air Festival, revamped and reimagined to meet our current times!
This invitational is a premiere gathering of 24 of the top plein air artists in the country - the largest of its kind in South Florida.
Participate virtually or in-person in this non-stop, week-long festival!
Kick off the week with an in-person Paint Out Competition at the beautiful Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens!
Then get swept away in a week of real-time painting en plein air (outdoors) in picturesque locations across the country,
as these renowned artists compete for cash and prizes.
Demos and workshops will be held both virtually and in-person, so from coast to coast, anyone can participate!
Don't miss this chance to learn from the most highly-regarded plein air artists in the country.
Grow your collection with this stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork!
Stop by our brick-and-mortar exhibition and special small works sale, or shop online with our virtual catalog and online store!
Competition pieces will be available for sale Friday, March 19, after our live-streamed awards ceremony.
This invitational is a premiere gathering of 24 of the top plein air artists in the country - the largest of its kind in South Florida.
Participate virtually or in-person in this non-stop, week-long festival!
Kick off the week with an in-person Paint Out Competition at the beautiful Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens!
Then get swept away in a week of real-time painting en plein air (outdoors) in picturesque locations across the country,
as these renowned artists compete for cash and prizes.
Demos and workshops will be held both virtually and in-person, so from coast to coast, anyone can participate!
Don't miss this chance to learn from the most highly-regarded plein air artists in the country.
Grow your collection with this stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork!
Stop by our brick-and-mortar exhibition and special small works sale, or shop online with our virtual catalog and online store!
Competition pieces will be available for sale Friday, March 19, after our live-streamed awards ceremony.
Participating Artists
Stay tuned for our official announcement of the incredible group of artists participating in our festival!
2021 Event Schedule
Sunday, March 14
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Paint Out Competition:
Join us at the beautiful Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach to participate in or view this thrilling plein air competition! All artists are welcome to participate under one of two self-designated categories, Professional or Amateur Artist. Cash awards and prizes will be available to winners in both categories. Over $2,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded! 9-10 am: Check in and authentication of panels will begin on site 10 am-12 pm: PAINT! Listen for the start and stop horn 12-12:30 pm: Frame and set up work 12:30-1 pm: Judging 1 pm: Awards announced and prizes distributed 1-2 pm: Art is offered for sale to the public REGISTER > All artists must register by Thursday, March 11, 2021 in order to participate. |
Monday - Thursday, March 15-18
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Demos:
Learn the tips and tricks of plein air on-site from our nationally-recognized artists in these free demos! Monday and Wednesday demos will be held in-person, and Tuesday and Thursday demos will be held virtually. For in-person demos, attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs and dress for the weather, as we will be outdoors. Stay tuned for more details. |
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Real-Time Painting Competition:
Painting en plein air from picturesque locales across the country, our incredible artists are in action - drop in online to see their progress! Artists create their competition pieces in real-time to compete for cash and prizes, awarded at our livestreamed awards ceremony on Friday, March 19. Follow us on instagram @lighthousearts for real-time updates! |
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Art for Purchase Online and In-Person:
Purchase these one-of-a-kind pieces by the top plein air artists in the country for your collection. Stop by our brick-and-mortar exhibition, or shop online with our virtual catalog and online store! Monday-Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm Free entrance and open to the public! |
Friday, March 19
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Livestreamed Awards Ceremony:
Catch the climax of our weeklong competition, as cash and prizes are awarded to our winners! All competition work will be available for sale online immediately after our awards ceremony. Check back for more details. |
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Art for Purchase Online and In-Person:
Purchase these one-of-a-kind pieces by the top plein air artists across the country for your collection. Stop by our brick-and-mortar exhibition, or shop online with our virtual catalog and online store! Competition pieces will be available for sale online immediately after our awards ceremony. Friday: 10 am - 8 pm Free entrance and open to the public! |
Saturday, March 20
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Small Works Sale:
Stop by our Gallery for this special small works sale! Along with larger works, 8x8 pieces will be available for purchase in our brick-and-mortar exhibition. 10 am - 4 pm Free entrance and open to the public! |
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Art for Purchase In-Person and Online:
Purchase these one-of-a-kind pieces by the top plein air artists across the country for your collection. Stop by our brick-and-mortar exhibition, or shop online with our virtual catalog and online store! Competition pieces will be available for sale! Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm Free entrance and open to the public! |
Plein Air Workshops
Several of our exceptional artists participating in the Plein Air Festival will also be offering workshops!
We will be offering 2 in-person workshops and 2 virtual workshops, so anyone can participate!
Don't miss the opportunity to learn from these masters - stay tuned for more details and to register online.
We will be offering 2 in-person workshops and 2 virtual workshops, so anyone can participate!
Don't miss the opportunity to learn from these masters - stay tuned for more details and to register online.
Painting Without Borders with Patrick Saunders
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Explore the essential techniques for painting from direct observation with award-winning painter Patrick Saunders. Learn to paint any subject, from the most simple to complex with one approach. Patrick will demonstrate the process of simplifying the subject and moving to finish as rapidly as possible in order to add more energy and excitement to your painting. Students will learn about composition, value, texture, color temperature, and accuracy in paint application. We will work outdoors with opportunities to explore the landscape, the figure, and the still life all.
Each day will begin with a short lecture and full demonstration, followed by one-on-one instruction with students. The class is highly tailored to each individual student. Instructor: Patrick Saunders DuBois Park; March 9-11, 9 am-4 pm $450 for members, $500 for nonmembers; REGISTER > Faculty Bio and Supply List > |
Simplifying the Figure in the Landscape with Eli Cedrone
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The basic principle of figure painting relies on well-designed shapes of light and dark, which allow for the description of beautiful form. We will separate two difficulties by first addressing drawing and design, and secondly developing color to its completion. This approach helps to unify your painting by relating the major masses in terms of color and value.
By creating a simple value plan, you'll learn how to break down the fundamental form of the figure into large shapes or masses. There will be instruction on how to mix clean color in the correct value and temperature in order to create the illusion of light on the figure. Eli will demonstrate and explain her methods throughout the day and work one-on-one with each student. The focus will be on achieving accurate drawing and correct values - two of the most crucial aspects of representational painting. Other topics to include: gesture, form, varying edges. Instructor: Eli Cedrone In-Person, Location TBD; March 23-24, 10 am-4 pm $300 for members, $350 for nonmembers; REGISTER > Faculty Bio and Supply List > |
Confident in Watercolor with Richie Vios
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Over the course of this workshop, students will learn how to visualize the finished painting before they have even started. Richie will teach students how to work through proper planning, while they learn various contemporary skills and techniques in watercolor. Visualization manifests a confident artist as a result. Students will begin with a simple watercolor wash and work towards more complex calligraphy brush works in ”French Detail.” This is the ‘Yin and Yang’ of a painting. Learn the balancing act of light to dark values, soft & hard edges, and warm & cool tones.
Instructor: Richie Vios In-Person, Offsite (Plein Air) Location TBD; Saturday-Sunday, March 27-28, 10 am-4 pm $300 for members, $350 for nonmembers; REGISTER > Faculty Bio and Supply List > |
