The Friends of Providence Canyon proudly presents A Canyon Plein Air in association with the Stewart County Historical Commission
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Join us November 2nd, 2024 for the next plein air painting contest at Providence Canyon State Park in Stewart County, Georgia.
New and exciting this year is CAMPING at the Canyon. Pioneer Three is open for camping for all artists and those that accompany them. Pioneer Three has an enclosed pavilion, two bathrooms, electricity and hot/cold running water in the pavilion. Tents / travel trailers / motor homes are welcome but be advised there are NO hook-ups for electric/water/sewer for campers.
If you are interested in participating in the plein air painting contest, please visit the Rules page for additional information and registration.
This Quick Paint is from 7am til 1PM. Come paint and then enjoy a hike through the canyons afterwards!
Visit https://explorestewartcountyga.com for more information about Stewart County and for inspiration!
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En plein air, or plein air painting, is the act of painting outdoors. This method contrasts with studio painting or academic rules that might create a predetermined look.
Wikipedia
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Plein air painting goes back for centuries but was popularized as an art form by French Impressionists and their desire to capture natural, changing light. “En plein air,” is the French expression for “in the open air.”
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