Second Annual Paint Sausalito

The Second Annual Paint Sausalito
Plein Air Art Show and Paint Out

Exhibition: Sept. 3 – Sept. 29
Wed. - Sun., 11:00AM – 5:00PM

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Sausalito as seen through the eyes of eighteen renowned Plein Air artists. These artists will not only exhibit their existing creative works of art, but also bring the picturesque streets of Sausalito to life during six live Wet Paint Days.

Exhibition Highlights:

Live Wet Paint Days: September 2 to September 7.

• Witness the magic unfold as artists capture the unique charm of Sausalito's waterfront, parks, and downtown area, with breathtaking views of San Francisco. Wander through Sausalito and watch these talented creators at work, transforming the scenery into stunning art right before your eyes.

Afternoon Preview Showcase: September 6th, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Be among the first to admire and collect fresh creations, new wet paintings from the twenty Bay Area artists, added to their installed work. The week-long paint out highlights the special atmosphere of Sausalito and local spots interpreted in this competition of painters.

Dive into the diverse styles of each artist, showcasing their ability to respond to the ever-changing light, cloud patterns, and the challenges of painting outdoors. Artists bring their finished works to be displayed near their installed work for public viewing and sale.

Awards Party and Judging: September 7, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us at the awards party and get in on the excitement. Refreshments will be served as we admire the new works of art and celebrate the artists creative accomplishments. Enjoy a lively crowd of winners and collectors!

Special Awards will be presented in an exciting reveal for Best of Show, in memory of Randal Sexton, plus many other special Awards, and the Mayor’s ribbon.

Our judge renowned artist, Dr.Craig Nelson, will announce the winners in multiple artistic categories. Craig is a celebrated artist, winning over 200 awards of excellence and several gold medals. He graduated from Art Center College of Design with distinction and taught there as well as the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. He is collected in the US, Asia, and Europe. Craig depicts figures, landscapes, and environments in rich vibrant oils, weaving mood and emotion into each work of art.

Closing Reception with Artists Painting Demonstrations and Lively Talks: September 29, 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Celebrate the Plein Air mood, watch artists painting live, catch the camaraderie with talks about this exciting event and the sense of place depicted as it comes to a close. Artist Richard Lindenberg will speak about the origins of the Marin Plein Air movement. Enjoy refreshments and wine.