The Blowing Rock Plein Air Festival is a four-day, open enrollment plein air painting event. It takes place in the beautiful mountainous area surrounding the town of Blowing Rock in western North Carolina. The festival aims to bring painters together from around the world to paint outside in the fresh air while getting to know each other and sharing their work. The event prompts applicants to explore the unique Blowing Rock architecture, spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain views, and overall Appalachian feel of one of the most scenic areas in the country.

Collectors and the public are invited to attend this impressive display of Plein Air paintings to both view and purchase the unique works that highlight the incredible beauty of the High Country.

Schedule:
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Artist check-in from 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Artist/sponsor mixer 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Wednesday, August 16 - Friday, August 18, 2023
Late check in on Wednesday 10:00am - 5:00pm

Artists continue painting until Friday afternoon

Friday, August 18, 2023
2:00pm - 5:00pm: Art Drop off. Please frame all art, install hanging wire, and complete paperwork in advance of drop off to expedite the drop off process.

Saturday, August 19, 2023
10:00am: Ticketed Patron Preview and Judging   
11:00am - 5:00pm: Public Wet Paint Show   
5:00pm - 6:00pm: Artists collect any unsold paintings if they do not wish to participate in the extended sale. Sold artwork claimed by purchasers with receipt.

Date: August 15 - 19, 2023

Location: Blowing Rock Art & History Museum - 159 Ginny Stevens Lane Blowing Rock, NC 28605

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