When the fall colors paint the Sierra in shades of gold, we invite you to capture the beauty of our region in this plein air competition, the first of many to come! Paint in the outdoors, and take part in daily events and workshops, and finish off with a celebratory reception. $4000 in prize money up for grabs!
Program & Events
SEP 30
Early Bird Welcome Night
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Mono Arts Council Community Arts Center & Gallery & Distant Brewing
Address: 501 Old Mammoth Road, Ste #5, Mammoth Lakes, CA
OCT
1
Artist Registration Day
Time: 9am-2pm
Location: Mono Arts Council Community Arts Center & Gallery
Program: ‘Paint Out Competition’, Artists paint on location around Mono County; maps of fall color and locations will be provided as inspiration; self-directed.
Required at Check-in: Artists bring canvas/paper/grounds to be stamped on back; artwork will not be accepted for juried exhibit without the MAC stamp; all work must be produced during Paint Mono County.
OCT
2
Paint!
Location: Mono County
Program: ‘Paint Out Competition’, Artists paint on location around Mono County; self-directed.
OCT
3
Paint & Workshops
Location: Mono County
Program: ‘Paint Out Competition’, Artists paint on location around Mono County; self-directed.
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Optional Workshop/Demo #1 :
Jeff Skelly: ‘Painting in the Outdoors’
Time: 7:30am-11am
Meet: 7:30am at Mono Arts Council Community Arts Center & Gallery and drive to the local location (Twin Lakes or Mammoth Trailhead @ Cerro Cosso pending weather).
Demo: 8am-11am
Fee: $45
Optional Workshop/Demo #2
Jim Wodark: ‘Composing in the Sierra’
Time: 2:30pm-6pm
Meet: 2:30pm at Mono Arts Council Community Arts Center & Gallery and drive to the local location (Snowcreek Meadow or Mammoth Rock Meadow pending weather).
Demo: 3pm-6pm
Fee: $45
For Details on the Guest Workshop Artists and Demos go to: [link coming soon!]
OCT
4
Artist Submission, Reception, and Awards
Artists Submission: Artists may submit up to two pieces for juried exhibit; maximum framed size 16” x 20; work must have MAC stamp
Location: Mono Arts Council Community Arts Center & Gallery
Time: 10am-12pm (work will not be accepted after noon)
Judging: 3pm-4:30pm
Art Reception & Awards:
Location: Mono Arts Council Community Arts Center & Gallery
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Fee: Tickets $35. All are welcome to attend
Refreshments & light appetizers will be provided.
All artists welcome!
Entry Fee: $75
Includes one competition entry and one ticket to Art Exhibit,Reception & Awards Ceremony; one drink ticket & light appetizers. (Registration closes Sept 22nd,)
Additional Tickets for Art Exhibit, Reception, & Awards Ceremony: $35
Includes one ticket to the reception, with one drink ticket & light appetizers
Demo/Workshop: $45 each
Includes demonstration & instruction by Guest Artist; any required materials to be supplied by participant. (Registration closes Sept 22nd)
Prizes
First: $2,000
Second: $1,000
Third: $750
Honorable Mention: $250
The Reception and Kick Off events will take place at Mono Arts Council Gallery & Community Arts Center in Mammoth Lakes.
Workshop Information & Details
