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Paintings of a landscape that flows into the sky have long inspired people.  Watercolor is unique because of its transparency and luminosity.  The pigments used in watercolor are more delicate in many ways, let’s explore the wonder of watercolor together. Student should bring the following supplies: 4 sheets of 140lb 11 1/2 X 15 paper […]

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Welcome Visitors: Sunflower Hill Farm is a family owned and operated small scale organic farm located in the heart of Missouri Wine Country. You are invited to experience the beauty of the harvest in the garden while observing the artists capturing this feeling on their canvases. Artists will be painting from 12pm to 3pm when […]

Welcome Visitors: Lake Creek Winery in Marthasville is hosting Augusta Plein Air once again. Artists will be painting from 5:00PM with judging at 7:00PM The public is invited to visit Lake Creek, enjoy the wines and cuisine, and observe the artists at work. Following judging art will be on display and available for purchase. Artist […]

Today is your day to visit the farm of your choice: Hoffmann Family of Companies Farm on Crow Creek Road Kessler Farms – Located on Hwy 94 Naughty Dog Farm – Located on the Augusta Bottom Road Drier Farm – Located on Duke Road Check in at Harmonie Verein at 7:45am to receive your package […]

From bland to beautiful, this workshop gives keys to finding or creating drama in plein air landscapes. Learn to build strong compositions with values, edges and detail – and creative approaches to block-ins and brushwork. Whether you are new to painting, or you’ve been painting for years, this workshop has something for everyone. For acrylic […]

Welcome Visitors: Join us at Balducci Winery and Vineyards for a Paint Out starting at 2:30 PM, with judging 6:30 PM. This is one of the artists’ favorite events, with its magnificent view of the sunset over Missouri hills, its location in the vineyards, and the old barn. Seeing the artists silhouetted against the sunset […]

Welcome Visitors: Bring your friends and/or family out to watch the artists compete in the Quick Paint from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, as you enjoy wine and live music at the Noboleis Vineyards & Winery. Judging at 12:30pm the end of Quick Paint and then winner to be announced than all art will be […]

Welcome Visitors & Artists: The residents of Augusta Shores invite the artists to paint in their beautiful lakeside community. Painting will begin at 2:00 PM and end with judging at 5:30 PM. Judging at the Berg House will be hosted by the Augusta Shores Owners Association. It is requested that the artists remain after the […]

Welcome Visitors & Artists: The residents of Lake Sherwood invite the artists to paint in their beautiful lakeside community.  Lake Sherwood is the largest lake, covering 135 acres with multiple branches and an island. The community features five other lakes.  Residents enjoy living in a natural environment with countless trees. Painting will begin at 9:00 […]

Artists are invited to explore the Washington River Front; during the 16th Annual WashMo BBQ & Bluesfest.  Listen to Blues music and create your art anywhere along the river. Check in is at 2:30pm on Main Street next to John G’s Bier Deck Judging is at 6pm. $500 Purchase Prize sponsored by Ann Struckhoff Visitors […]