Free Events
Date: May 10th, 2014
Location: Wherever there is an Opus Art Store
Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: Free
Description:
“The goal for the 2014 Opus Outdoor Painting Challenge (#OPC2014) is 1000 participants with the decree, “Let’s get this whole province painting!”
Now in its 3rd year, this event provides a unique opportunity for the visual art communities of BC to come together to make art outdoors.”
Penticton Plein Air Painters are moving to our Fall schedule.
Starting October 15th, 2013 we will be meeting just once a week on Thursdays, at noon. Bring along your painting materials, warm weather gear, a snack and some hot beverages.
We will continue to meet at the Starbucks by Quality Greens at the north entrance to Penticton, BC. If the weather does not cooperate we will move indoors to Shatford Centre, meaning too much rain or wind or snow!
Check by Lloyd Gallery on Front Street for event updates! As always, our paint outs are free and everyone is welcome whether an experienced hand or a beginner. There are no dues or fees and there is only one rule…to have fun!
Date: October 26th & 27th, 2103
Location: Sechelt, BC
Time: See Below
Cost: Free
Description:
The next Sunshine Coast event is planned & promoted as part of the Sechelt Arts Festival – Oct 26/27 at Snickett Park.
Paint out from:
Saturday 10am-2pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
Display/Sale 3pm-6pm
Sechelt Public Library/Community Room
Paint Out shelter locations on the waterfront between Ocean Ave & Shorncliffe Ave. Parking & Washroom nearby. Coffee provided
Date: September 14th & 15th, 2103
Location: Gibsons Landing
Time: See Below
Cost: Free
Description:
Artists are invited to participate in our PAINT OUT event in Gibsons Landing B.C. as part of the International Plein Air Painters WORLDWIDE Paint Out
FREE for artist participants & visitors
Go to www.janpoynter.com for more info
link: http://janpoynter.com/plein-air-paint-out-gibsons-landing-sept-2013/
Participating artists will set up in several great spots throughout our heritage townsite just below Molly’s Reach (of Beachcombers fame) on the public wharf and along the nearby Seawalk. Painters will enjoy spectacular views of the Howe Sound islands, towering coastal mountains, character buildings and the colorful working harbour. The Arts Building studio is available in case of inclement weather.
SAT 10am SKETCHCRAWL Meet at Visitor Info Center
Noon-4pm PAINT OUT Artists working on site
SUN 10am-2pm PAINT OUT Artists working on site
4pm-6pm DISPLAY/SALE Public welcome
Participating artists must register anytime after 9:am SAT or SUN at the Arts Building 464 S.Fletcher
Date: July 20th, 2013
Location: North Shore Opus (map)
Time: 10am to 1pm
Link: http://opusartsupplies.com/how/demos/oil-painting-en-plein-air
Description: Keeping it simple with a limited palette, Sheree will show you how to mix a wide variety of colours and share her tried and true tips for painting in the field.
Registration: Space is limited, please visit Opus North Vancouver or contact them at 604‑904‑0447.
Painting, n.: The art of protecting flat surfaces from the weather, and exposing them to the critic.
-Ambrose Bierce
Painting is easy when you don't know how, but very difficult when you do.
-Edgar Degas
