Plein Air Paint Out

Plein Air Paint Out

in Historic Marietta
March 31 - April 1, 2012

Artists will paint local public and private sites in beautiful Historic Marietta. From the local homes and gardens, to the dynamic architecture of downtown, Historic Marietta has many picturesque scenes perfect for plein air painting. The Marietta Cobb Museum’s Inaugural Plein Air Paint Out will feature a judged exhibition and sale on display at Surace Art Studios (located directly behind the museum).

Awards

1-Year Museum Membership plus:

• 1st Place: $250
• 2nd Place: $150
• 3rd Place: $50

Rules

Artists may submit two pieces for judging. All works must be done en plein air without the assistance of photographs. All working surfaces must be stamped at registration and must be turned in at the end of the day on Saturday (see schedule below). Painting and drawing media are accepted. No photography or photographic processes are allowed.

Restrictions

Works may be no larger than 36 inches in any direction. Artists may submit up to 2 completed works for judging. All working surfaces (canvas, paper, etc.) will be stamped at registration and all registered canvases must be turned in at the end of the day on Saturday.

Sales

Completed works may be listed for sale. The Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art accepts a 30% commission on works sold. Works will be displayed at Surace Art Studios on Saturday, March 31st until Sunday, April 8th (unless sold).

Judges

John Brian Guernsey’s work is based on a thorough and continuous technical understanding and training in painting, and within that context, a
continuing desire to build a personal expression, emotion, and style. His work is best described as contemporary impressionism in a “plein air”` style, covering subject matter from landscapes and cityscapes to still life. He is represented at Gallery 202 in Franklin, TN, and The Art House in Atlanta, GA and teaches regular paintings classes at The Art School at Sandy Springs, the Bowen Art Center, and the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art.
www.johnbguernsey.blogspot.com

Nikki Davidson is a professional artist and teaches at her Thunder Ridge studio in Dallas, GA. She received her teaching certificate in fine art from
the California Community Colleges in 1973. While primarily an oil painter she is skilled in multiple media and a variety of genre. Her work is
currently exhibited at Lake City Gallery in Acworth and she has just completed a one-woman exhibit at the Diana Williams Gallery in Marietta.
Nikki has exhibited at the Booth Western Art Museum as well as the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art on numerous occasions.
www.shutupandpaint.com

For More Information:

Visit Our Website: http://www.mariettacobbartmuseum.org/PleinAirPaintOut.html

Return Registration Forms and Fees to:
Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art
c/o Emily Ryals
30 Atlanta Street, Marietta, GA 30060
770-528-1444 x 16