Now Accepting Artist Applications!
PAINTERS ONLY AT THIS TIME.
Updates on photography coming soon.
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Attend the Plein Air Brandywine Valley Opening Reception on Friday, October 18, 2019 at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library.
2019 Plein Air Brandywine Valley Sponsorship Opportunities
Event Sponsors
DIAMOND
- Janet C. Hohnholt
- Jerome I. Marcus, MD
PLATINUM
- Ellison M. Carey
- Kitten and Bill Gahagan
GOLD
SILVER
- Martha and Jay Tschantz
- Patricia B. Loew
- James R. and June Buck
BRONZE
- A. Roy Smith
- Senator Gregory Lavelle
- Bruce and Catherine Bell
Plein Air Brandywine Valley Schedule of Events
Sunday, October 13, 2019
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Artists Gathering (Location to be determined) Information about the event will be shared, questions answered, and surfaces stamped.
Monday, October 14 – Thursday, October 17, 2019
- Opportunities for painting, drawing, and photographing incredible landscapes, gardens, museums, churches, and private estates will be provided. Artists are required to work only in allotted time frames. Work completed outside of those time frames will not be considered for judging. Also, all work is to be done outside, in natural lighting. Paintings or photographs of indoor spaces, although they can be included in the sale, will not be considered for judging. Please see the complete rules and regulations for artists.
Friday, October 18, 2019
- Judging for the Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition starting at 4:30 p.m. Opening Reception, Art Exhibition and Sale opening at 7:00 p.m. at The Visitor’s Center of Winterthur Museum, Gardens and Library for artists, patrons, and guests. At this time, artists may choose their favorite works for inclusion in the Artists' Choice segment of the competition. Wine, beer, and hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Saturday, October 19 - Sunday, October 20, 2019
- Show/Sale and Exhibition continues Saturday and Sunday (10/19 - 10/20) from 10:00am - 4:00pm.
2017 Competition Winners!
We're happy to announce the winners of the 2017 Plein Air Brandywine Valley Competition! Check out the prize-worthy work now!
Welcome to Plein Air Brandywine Valley
Plein Air Brandywine Valley is a painting and photography competition, show and sale featuring the beauty of the Brandywine Valley interpreted by the finest artists of our nation and beyond.
For one week, artists will paint and photograph the most scenic properties of the Brandywine Valley including private estates, land preserves, and renowned duPont properties.
All works entered into the competition will be judged and then displayed for viewing and purchase at an opening reception scheduled for Friday, October 18, 2019, from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at The Visitor Center of Winterthur Museum and Garden located in Wilmington, DE. The works will remain on display for purchase and viewing throughout the remainder of the weekend and are free to the public. (Saturday and Sunday, October 19-20, 2019 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
2019 Plein Air Brandywine Calendar
This beautiful one-of-a-kind limited production 2019 Plein Air Brandywine Valley Calendar is available for a tax-deductible $100 donation to Children's Beach House.
CLICK HERE to find out how your donations contribute to the vital work of the Children's Beach House, helping children with special needs reach their highest potential.
2018 PLEIN AIR BRANDYWINE VALLEY WINNERS!
PAINTERS
First Place: Henry Coe
Second Place: Tara Will
Third Place: Mick McAndrews
Honorable Mention: Carol Douglas
Artist Choice Award: David Diaz
Quick Draw Winner: Julie Riker
Nocturne Winner: Elise Phillips
Natural Lands Award: Randall Graham
PHOTOGRAPHERS
First Place: Tim Porecca
Second Place: Diane Herrin
Third Place: William Hill
Honorable Mention: Jack Paolini
Honorable Mention: Ellis Underkoffler
Artist Choice Award: Laura Ducceschi
Nocturne Winner: William Hill
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A portion of the proceeds from the art sales will benefit Children’s Beach House.
If you're interested in participating in this unique event and competition, please see the applicant details.
For more information, contact us today.
And thank you to the Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library for hosting our Opening Reception as well as the weekend Art Exhibition and Sale!