Join the Grand Marais Art Colony for the 8th Annual Plein Air Painting Competition & Exhibition, Aug. 27 through Sept. 6. Set up your easel and canvas to capture the scenic landscapes of the rugged shores of Lake Superior and surrounding North Woods in this fun and competitive outdoor painting contest.
Participants can paint anytime, anywhere in Cook County during the competition dates of Aug. 27 to Sept. 2. Various events and activities are scheduled throughout the week. This year features three juried categories with cash prizes: Watercolor, Oil & Acrylic, and Pastel. Purchase Awards by local businesses will also be awarded; sponsors include Grand Marais State Bank, Johnson’s Foods, Lake Superior Trading Post and North Shore Federal Credit Union.
The competition exhibit will hang at the Grand Marais Art Colony Sept. 3 – 6. Stop by to see “hot-off-the-brush” landscapes from established and emerging artists in various price ranges.
Contact the Grand Marais Art Colony to learn more or register for the Plein Air Painting Competition & Exhibition at
218) 387-2737 or arts@boreal.org
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