Plein Air 2026 Open

Dates to remember:

Register by September 12

Paint out September 20 through October 19

Deliver framed artwork Wednesday, October 21 from 11am to 1pm

Opening Reception Friday, October 23 from 4-6 pm

Pick up unsold artwork Monday, November 16 noon – 2 pm

Curators

Bruce Jones – bsjones36@gmail.com 

Jane Casner Mothersill  – janecasnermothersill@yahoo.com

Participation Requirements

  Artwork Submission

• • Each artist may submit up to 4 pieces
  • Maximum width per piece: 3 feet

Entry Fee

• • $35 per artist, payable upon registration

Sales & Commission

• • Gualala Arts retains a 30% commission on all artwork sold during the exhibit

Plein Air Certification

• • All submitted works must be completed en plein air during the designated paint-out period
  • No paintings based on photographs will be accepted

Framing & Presentation

• • All artwork must be properly framed and ready to hang
  • Sawtooth hangers are acceptable; clip frames are not permitted

Labeling Requirements

• • Each piece must include the artist’s name, phone number, and title clearly marked on the back of the frame

Acknowledgment of Risk

• • By participating, artists acknowledge the inherent risks of plein air painting, including but not limited to falls, accidents, wildlife encounters, and environmental hazards
  • Participation is voluntary, and artists assume full responsibility for their safety
  • Artists confirm they do not have any medical or mental conditions that would increase the likelihood of injury during the event
  • Gualala Arts is not liable for loss of, or damage to, any artwork or installation, at any point in the process

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• I will allow my images to be used for publicity.
• I agree to provide only by original art work created during the 2026 Plein Air Open Paint Out
• My Artwork conforms to specific hanging and display requirements, see participation requirements
• I understand that Gualala Arts is not liable for any injury, accident or misadventure that takes place during the Paint Out and I agree to obey all laws pertaining to public and private lands
• I understand that Gualala Arts retains a 30% commission from all art sales
• I understand that Gualala Arts does not carry liability insurance for exhibited artwork and is not liable for loss, theft or damage at any point in the process
• I agree to submit my inventory by the deadline To Be Announced

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Price: $35.00

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