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Plein Air Art Competition

Creating Big Bear "en Plein Air"!

The Arts Council of Big Bear Valley, in partnership with Visit Big Bear, the City of Big Bear Lake and the Big Bear Theatre Project, presents the 2nd Annual Plein Air Art Competition.

Here, artists are invited to capture the rich beauty and wonder of Big Bear. For the 3 week creation period, set out into the wild to find your inspiration and let it come to life on your canvas. Submit up to 2 completed works for judging and celebrate with other artists at the Award Ceremony.

Festival Schedule

Sept 24 - Oct 15: Create! Artists have this timeframe to paint and submit their landscapes.
October 17-25:
Show! Submitted artwork is displayed at Hofert Hall; 39707 Big Bear Blvd.
October 26: Celebrate! Awards Ceremony at Hofert Hall.

For additional information please contact pleinairbigbear@gmail.com or call 909-375-1805.

Awards

1st Prize - $2000
2nd Prize - $1500
3rd Prize - $500

Plus! One artist will win the Diane McClary People's Choice Award: $2000