Plein Air Competition from Sept. 7-11

Artists will paint “en plein air” (outside) without the assistance of photography anywhere in Great Falls, Virginia from Wednesday, September 7th through Sunday, September 11th.  The community is welcome to watch artists paint throughout Great Falls as they move between locations.

Everyone is invited to attend the popular Quick Paint competition on Friday September 9th from 5:30-7:30pm while the light holds out at Great Falls Village Green. Watch the artists paint under the pressure of time and change of light. One artist will be awarded as the Peoples’ Choice.

On Sunday September 11th from 6:30pm to 8pm join us for the Awards Ceremony & Collectors Reception.  All paintings will be available for sale.

Friday Art Walk 

Friday Sept. 9 from 6-8pm

Make an evening of it. Enjoy dinner in the Village Centre then stop by Friday Art Walk to see the latest artwork by 14 artists, paintings, mixed media, fiber art, jewelry, and photography.  

The Artists' Atelier & Artists' Loft

756 Walker Road

Great Falls, VA 22066