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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 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 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!
Event Timeline
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Artists Gathering: (location to be determined) at 6:30pm.
Information about the event will be shared, questions answered, and surfaces stamped. Artists will have an opportunity for Q & A.
Monday, October 14 – Thursday, October 17, 2019
Opportunities for painting 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 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.
QUICK DRAW
Art Reception & Sale (date and location TBD)
NOCTURNE
Art Reception & Sale (date and location TBD)
Friday, October 18, 2019
Judging for the Plein Air Brandywine Valley competition starting at 4:30 p.m. Opening Reception, Art Exhibition and Sale starts 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 from 10:00am - 4:00pm.