2020 PAINT THE TOWN
Plans are under way for another great week for all. Keep in touch as details unfold!
Enjoy 6 days of plein air fun amid the charming sights in and around historic downtown Florence Colorado.
An expanded painting area provides subject opportunities that include, river scenes; harvest themes;
fall foliage; rock outcroppings; pastoral scenes; rugged mountains; wildlife; unique architecture, antiques & artifacts;
ponds and wetlands; mine ruins; and other picturesque subjects to delight your artistic imagination.
One day is set aside exclusively for painting downtown Florence which provides the artist the opportunity to
capture their interpretation of the sights, shops, architecture, and people.
Additional painting locations outside of the boundary area include the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park (Canon City), The Lavender Farm (Canon City), Colon Orchards (Canon City) and Florence Mountain Park(Florence). Of interest within the boundaries are Blue Heron Ponds, Heartland Gardens in Florence, Florence Pioneer Park, Florence River Park, Pathfinder Regional Park as well as businesses in the Town of Florence.
The Quick Draw Competition at a Mystery Location on Saturday afternoon promises unique scenery
but will not be announced until right before the competition begins.
Entry fee includes entrance fees, 6 days of painting, Quick Draw Entry and
Lavender Farm Lunch Get Together (Pizza Madness Pizza & Salad and the lovely ambiance of the Lavender Farm),
Artist Dinner on the Range, hosted by Tom & Peg Piltingsrud,
A Taste of Florence at the Rialto, hosted by Larry & Beryl Baker, featuring a catered selection of the best of Florence's restaurants,
Awards Ceremony and Exhibit Opening on Saturday October 17, 2020.
Art Sale and Exhibit which displays October 17th to December 1st, 2020 at the Bell Tower.
Our Judge this year is Tracy Miller (traceymillerfineart.com)
Tracy strives to capture the essence and spirit of the animals she paints through bold brushwork, color and strategic use of negative space. She holds a BA in Art, spent several years as a gallery owner and now paints full time.
Her prints are sold in Home Goods, TJ Maxx, Home Sense of Canada and other retailers around the world.
She is one of 110 artists selected for a the 2014 North Light Book, Acrylic Works-The Best of Acrylic Painters. She was the subject of a feature article in the December 2017 issue of Cowboys & Indians as well as the December issue of Professional Artist. Tracy has participated in prestigious shows and invitational's such as The Mountain Oyster Club Art Show and Sale, Western Spirit at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, Representing the West at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Plein Air Fest at the National Museum of Wildlife Art and Icons of the West at Dana Gallery in Montana.
Ways to Participate.....be an Award Sponsor, Register to Paint, Volunteer to help!
Plans are under way for another great week for all. Keep in touch as details unfold!
Enjoy 6 days of plein air fun amid the charming sights in and around historic downtown Florence Colorado.
An expanded painting area provides subject opportunities that include, river scenes; harvest themes;
fall foliage; rock outcroppings; pastoral scenes; rugged mountains; wildlife; unique architecture, antiques & artifacts;
ponds and wetlands; mine ruins; and other picturesque subjects to delight your artistic imagination.
One day is set aside exclusively for painting downtown Florence which provides the artist the opportunity to
capture their interpretation of the sights, shops, architecture, and people.
Additional painting locations outside of the boundary area include the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park (Canon City), The Lavender Farm (Canon City), Colon Orchards (Canon City) and Florence Mountain Park(Florence). Of interest within the boundaries are Blue Heron Ponds, Heartland Gardens in Florence, Florence Pioneer Park, Florence River Park, Pathfinder Regional Park as well as businesses in the Town of Florence.
The Quick Draw Competition at a Mystery Location on Saturday afternoon promises unique scenery
but will not be announced until right before the competition begins.
Entry fee includes entrance fees, 6 days of painting, Quick Draw Entry and
Lavender Farm Lunch Get Together (Pizza Madness Pizza & Salad and the lovely ambiance of the Lavender Farm),
Artist Dinner on the Range, hosted by Tom & Peg Piltingsrud,
A Taste of Florence at the Rialto, hosted by Larry & Beryl Baker, featuring a catered selection of the best of Florence's restaurants,
Awards Ceremony and Exhibit Opening on Saturday October 17, 2020.
Art Sale and Exhibit which displays October 17th to December 1st, 2020 at the Bell Tower.
Our Judge this year is Tracy Miller (traceymillerfineart.com)
Tracy strives to capture the essence and spirit of the animals she paints through bold brushwork, color and strategic use of negative space. She holds a BA in Art, spent several years as a gallery owner and now paints full time.
Her prints are sold in Home Goods, TJ Maxx, Home Sense of Canada and other retailers around the world.
She is one of 110 artists selected for a the 2014 North Light Book, Acrylic Works-The Best of Acrylic Painters. She was the subject of a feature article in the December 2017 issue of Cowboys & Indians as well as the December issue of Professional Artist. Tracy has participated in prestigious shows and invitational's such as The Mountain Oyster Club Art Show and Sale, Western Spirit at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, Representing the West at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Plein Air Fest at the National Museum of Wildlife Art and Icons of the West at Dana Gallery in Montana.
Ways to Participate.....be an Award Sponsor, Register to Paint, Volunteer to help!
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Support Art & Artists in Florence during our
Week-Long Plein Air Paint the Town Event. You can sponsor an award or commit to a purchase award. Individual, Business and Corporate Opportunities Download the form or contact Lynn for more details! |
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REGISTER NOW!
2020 Paint the Town Information & Registration forms available for Download ------------------> Early Bird Registration ends September 30th! Over $5,000 in prize money |
Download, Complete.
Sign & Send in with payment to Florence Arts Council 201 E. 2nd Street Florence CO 81226 | ||||
Paint the Town 2019:
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2019 Paint the Town Over $5,000 in prize money awarded! A Special Thank You to all Participating Artists and to our truly Awesome and Wonderful Sponsors that continue to make this event a success! Hope to see you all next year! |
Paint the Town 2017:
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Area Lodging - other lodging options available upon request Super 8 Motel - Florence The Riviera Motel - Florence Lark Landing B&B - Florence The Lavender Farm - Canon City The Florence Rose B&B - Florence Vintage Retreat - Canon City |
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