6th Annual Plein Air Fairhope

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6th Annual Plein Air Fairhope

October 28, 2024 - November 2, 2024

Plein Air Fairhope

Join us for a community celebration of painting in the great outdoors! 60 painters will be taking it to the streets – and the bay front pier!!

OCTOBER 28 – NOVEMBER 2, 2024

This 6TH ANNUAL “paint out” will exemplify the artistic vibe of Fairhope. From sunrise to sunset, artists will set up throughout the city with portable easels, chairs, and umbrellas along downtown streets, at Mosher’s castle, Fairhoper’s Community Park, the Pier, and more!

 

*** What can you expect in Plein Air Fairhope 2024? ***

You can participate in Plein Air Fairhope as an artist, student, patron, or audience member. 

Oct 28 – Nov 2, 2024: Plein Air Fairhope Paint Out! 60 participating artists will paint the town from sunrise to sunset! They’ll be downtown, by the pier, local farmlands, and more… Painter Registration is FULL (which includes official apron/exhibit opportunity). We encourage local painters to still get out there and paint!

Oct 29 – Nov 1, 2024: Plein Air Fairhope Wet Room. As painters finish artworks, they will be showcasing them at ESAC on tables while they dry and before they are framed for the official exhibit. Get a special sneak peek or purchase one for your own collection before the rush!

Oct 31, 2024 @ Noon to 1 pm: Gallery Talk. Join PAF Judge Kathleen Denis for a Gallery Talk about her plein air painting experiences and what to look for as a show judge. $15 per person.

Nov 1, 2024 @ 6-8 pm: Plein Air Fairhope Exhibit/First Friday Art Walk. Official opening of artwork created during the week! Free to the public. PAF Artists/Sponsors may enjoy a VIP early bird entrance at 5:30pm.

Nov 2, 2024 @ 9-11 am: Plein Air Fairhope Quick Draw. Changing it up this year! PAF artists and the public are invited to paint at or around the Eastern Shore Art Center (which includes the Fairhope Castles!) All ages welcomed! Just bring your painting supplies and join us. Donations welcomed.

Nov 2 – 3, 2024 @ 10 am to 3 pm: “Exploring Gouache, the Versatile Medium” Workshop. Instructed by PAF Judge Kathleen Denis. $350 per person/$325 for ESAC Members/$210 for PAF Artists. (Must register for workshop when registering for PAF to receive discount).

 

*** Want to join us earlier? ***

Oct 18 – 19, 2024 @ 10 am-4 pm: “Plein Air Painting” Workshop. Instructed by Debra Nadelhoffer. $300 per person ($275 for ESAC Members).

 

Proceeds to benefit the Eastern Shore Art Center’s community outreach efforts.

THANK YOU to our 2024 #PleinAirFairhope AWARD SPONSORS!

Exhibit & Wet Room Sponsor: Westminster Village

Westminster Village

Best Of Show Award $1,000: Prestwood Law Firm

Prestwood Law Firm

1st Place Award $250: The Blind Tiger (Fairhope Pier)

The Blind Tiger

2nd Place Award $250: Jubilee Suites

Jubilee Suites

3rd Place Award $250: The Fairhope Inn

Fairhope Inn

Quick Draw Event Winner $100: The Fairhope Store + Guerrilla Painter, LLC

Fairhope Store

Guerilla Painter

Pick My Spot $50 each
The Fairhope Store + The Blind Tiger (Fairhope Pier) + The Fairhope Inn + Jubilee Suites + M&F Casuals + Private Gallery + Tamara’s Downtown + Tammy’s Sports Bar & Grill + The Venue Fairhope

 

 

WELCOME to our 2024 #PleinAirFairhope participating artists!

Full Name City, State
Natalia Andreeva Tallahassee, FL
Terry Barkin Fairhope, AL
Edie Berner Newcastle, PA
Chris Blackwood Fairhope, AL
Joanne Brandt Mobile, AL
Stephanie Brewer Fairhope, Al
Leslie Carver Baton Rouge, LA
Curtis Clark Fairhope, AL
Robin Cook Baton Rouge, LA
Dolores Culkin Daphne, AL
Katherine Daigle Gonzales, LA
Debbie Davis Fairhope, AL
Lisa Engle Adamsville, TN
Dee Falls Hoover, AL
Laurilyn Fortner Point Clear, AL
Martha Fulghum Alabaster, AL
Blair Garth Lillian, AL
Fran Gentile Fairhope, AL
Lyn Gill Pace, FL
Anna Grantham Fairhope, AL
Bill Harkins Mobile, AL
Anne Hemphill Daphne, Al
Janet Hinton Fairhope, AL
Mara Hunter Fairhope, AL
David Jones Monroeville, LA
Cheryl Kametz Fairhope, AL
Susan Knowlton Gulfbreeze, FL
Hannah Legg Silverhill, AL
David Luker Fairhope, AL
Karen Lupton Lynchburg, VA
Teresa Machie Elberta, AL
Mitzie Massey Loxley, AL
Luanne McCarley Foley, AL
Kim McCormick Fairhope, AL
Arlayne McKee Colorado Springs, CO
Jefferson Moore Lynchville, KY
Dana Mosby Prairieville, LA
Chris Murray Robertsdale, AL
Susan Perrine Fairhope, AL
Katherine Perrine Fairhope, AL
Larkin Peters Daphne, AL
Cathy Phares Homewood, AL
Karen Philpott Fairhope, AL
Lynne Polley Fairhope, AL
Cat Pope Daphne, AL
Tina Powers Fairhope, AL
Orit Reuben Orlando, FL
Stacey Rhoades Baton Rouge, LA
Janie Seal Pace, FL
Donnie Seale Pensacola, FL
Mary Smith Steinhatchee, FL
Jinsheng Song Lakeland, FL
Jamie Sowards Fairhope, AL
Anne Stickney Duncanville, AL
Beth Touchstone Fairhope, AL
Caleb Tyndall Molino, FL
Sally Wall Fairhope, AL
Ann Warner Franklinton, LA
Lisa Warren Spanish Fort, AL
Ragan Windsor Summerdale, AL

 

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October 28, 2024
End:
November 2, 2024
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Organizer

Eastern Shore Art Center
Phone
251-928-2228
Email
info@esartcenter.org
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Venue

Eastern Shore Art Center
401 Oak Street
Fairhope, AL 36532 United States
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Phone
251-928-2228
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