Plein Air Art Competition
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.
Pre-Registration Coming Soon!
Festival Schedule
Sept 15 - 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
Pop-Up Gallery - New this year!
We are offering registered artists the opportunity to show and sell their work. Create and submit up to two (2) landscapes "en plein air Big Bear" for display at Our Gallery from October 3 - 5 at Destination Big Bear, 713 Stocker Rd. Further details to be shared with registered artists.