The 8th Annual Paint The Town:
Portsmouth Village Edition
September 10th, 11th & 12th
Calling all Renoirs! Ready to manifest your inner Monet?
We’re thrilled to welcome you to Kingston’s largest 3-day outdoor painting Plein Air event! With dates set for September 10-12 2021, we're looking forward to another weekend of outdoor creativity. This year we'll be enjoying historic Portsmouth Village! With beautiful houses, historic taverns, whimsical gardens, and renowned waterfront, this is one activity every artist can enjoy!
Register to join in the creativity!
This event is free to all, but does require registration. Portsmouth’s Domino Theatre will act as this year’s registration hub (where we’ll be giving out prizes, surprises and information on exhibition opportunities!) Artists supply their own materials. All ages and experiences welcome!
Register to join in the creativity!
This event is free to all, but does require registration. Portsmouth’s Domino Theatre will act as this year’s registration hub (where we’ll be giving out prizes, surprises and information on exhibition opportunities!) Artists supply their own materials. All ages and experiences welcome!
Artists Talks
Celebrated plein air artist and educator, Nancy Steele, will be on hand Friday September 10 @ 9:30AM to lead a free artist talk. Designed to discuss plein air techniques such as transporting your materials, honing your artist kit, outdoor display techniques, and provide the basics of outdoor painting for beginner and experienced painters alike.
Saturday September 11 @ 9:15AM, local resident and former City Councillor Liz Schell will provide a historical context for the creativity, guiding artists on an audible tour of the Village from the comfort of the Domino Theatre! Register below for these free Artist Talks.
Celebrated plein air artist and educator, Nancy Steele, will be on hand Friday September 10 @ 9:30AM to lead a free artist talk. Designed to discuss plein air techniques such as transporting your materials, honing your artist kit, outdoor display techniques, and provide the basics of outdoor painting for beginner and experienced painters alike.
Saturday September 11 @ 9:15AM, local resident and former City Councillor Liz Schell will provide a historical context for the creativity, guiding artists on an audible tour of the Village from the comfort of the Domino Theatre! Register below for these free Artist Talks.
Exhibition Opportunity
All participants will be invited to exhibit works “done or begun” in a December showcase at the Window Art Gallery @ Kingston School of Art. More info to follow! In accordance with the KFLA Health Unit, COVID cleaning policies and procedures will be maintain during the event.
All participants will be invited to exhibit works “done or begun” in a December showcase at the Window Art Gallery @ Kingston School of Art. More info to follow! In accordance with the KFLA Health Unit, COVID cleaning policies and procedures will be maintain during the event.
What is Plein-Air Painting?
En plein air is a French expression that means “in the open air.” It is used by artists to describe the art of outdoor painting, capturing landscapes and views in natural light.
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