The fourth annual Finger Lakes Plein
Air Competition & Festival kicks off Wednesday, June 10. More than 40 talented
artists from across the United States and Canada will visit to paint the beauty
of Canandaigua and the Finger Lakes.
In addition to artists, the event draws art lovers and collectors
from all over. Attendees can watch the creation of fine art on
location at the historic Sonnenberg Gardens and
Mansion, Canandaigua Lake, and other scenic spots in the lovely region. Throughout
the festival, a series of engaging events will be offered, and an exhibition and
sale will be held on the final day of the event at Sonnenberg.
This year’s competition is to be judged by Nancy Tankersley, founder of the Easton Studio in Maryland, which
hosts workshops by top painters from all over the country. The event continues
through Sunday, June 14. Here are some highlights, but check the official site for more
details. Events marked with an asterisk (*) require paid tickets. Call 394-0030
for details.
Wednesday, June 10: Artists will arrive in Canandaigua and begin painting.
Thursday, June 11: Juried artists will paint all day, rain or shine, in the Canandaigua Lake
region. A “Meet the Artists” event* will be held, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Canandaigua
Yacht Club (3524 County Road 16, Canandaigua), with an opportunity to view
their preview work.
Friday, June 12: Juried artists will paint all day, rain or shine, in the Canandaigua Lake
region. A Judge’s Demonstration* by Nancy Tankersley will
take place, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Wood Library (134 Main Street, Canandaigua).
Saturday, June 13: A “Quick Draw” event will
be held 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in which juried artists will paint in and
around downtown Canandaigua. Both a Judge’s Choice and a People’s choice winner
will be announced at Finger Lakes Gallery & Frame (175 South Main Street,
Canandaigua).
All local and regional artists are welcome to participate in a Community
Paint Out. Register between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for the event, held 1 p.m. to
3:30 p.m. Cash prizes will be awarded to winners at 4 p.m.
A Preview Party Gala: Exhibit & Sale* will be held at the Sonnenberg Gardens Carriage House (151 Charlotte Street,
Canandaigua), from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, June 14: A
Breakfast with the Artists and Early Admittance to the Exhibit and Sale* will
take place 10 a.m. to noon. The exhibit and sale is free and open to the public
from noon to 4 p.m.
For more upcoming events, check out our calendar!
This article appears in Jun 3-9, 2015.
