Plein Air Adkins
Date: November 7, 2026
Guest Judge: Nancy Tankersley
Artists: Register Here
Little Plein Air: Register Here
En plein air is French for "in the open air." Plein air painting is painting outdoors, allowing the artist to capture the changing light and weather.
Plein Air Adkins is a timed plein air event that takes place on the trails of Adkins Arboretum. Artists paint in the morning and exhibit their work in the afternoon. The artwork will be available for purchase, and guest judge Nancy Tankersley will award prizes.
The event is open to any artist who wishes to participate. The registration fee for artists is $15 until October 1, then it will increase to $20. Artists may register in advance, or on the day of the event.
The public is invited to explore the Arboretum's woodland, meadows, and wetland while watching the artists paint, then enjoy the exhibit, sale, and judging. This is a wonderful opportunity to purchase art on the same day it was created! There will be live music and food for purchase. The event is free for spectators.
Event Timeline
9 am: Artists registration
10 am: Start bell rings
12:30 pm: End bell rings. Artists frame and display their work. Sales and judging begins.
1 pm: Artists vote for Artists’ Choice Award
1:30 pm: Winners announced
2 pm: Wrap–up
Participating Artists
Event Sponsors
