PAINT THE FOOTHILLS

Welcome to Paint The Foothills, Leighton Art Centre’s signature fall event where artists and community come together in a celebration of art and nature. We can’t wait to see you there!

This year, Paint The Foothills features a two-day plein air Painting Competition for Leighton Art Centre members (membership cost: $50/year), several FREE Plein Air Workshops aimed at a range of skill levels including families, plus a Public Reception for Ways of Making and walking is traditional.

Not a competitive painter? There’s still lots for you to enjoy! Come out to paint & picnic (or just picnic!) at your own pace, go for a walk along our nature trails and take in some truly spectacular views, and be inspired by dozens of talented artists creating on the land, under our big Alberta skies. Be sure to experience the two contemporary art exhibitions in the gallery and don’t miss the shop, featuring the original creations of dozens of Alberta artists and artisans.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : Public free

painting competition open to all members

How to get tickets?

Register

Date: September 8
Free Paint & Picnic (BYO food & art supplies) 10 am – 8 pm
Day 1: Plein Air Painting Competition

September 9
Free Paint & Picnic (BYO food & art supplies) 10 am – 4 pm
Day 2: Plein Air Painting Competition 9 am – 3:30 pm

Free Workshops – registration opens August 24, 11am Writing Land & Place with Ashley Holloway

Plein Air Oil Painting with Louise Lacey-Rokosh
Exhibition Reception for Ways of Knowing and walking is traditional between 1 and 4 pm, with remarks at 2 pm

September 10
Free Paint & Picnic (BYO food & art supplies) 10 am – 4 pm
Plein Air Painting Award Ceremony @ 1 pm
Free Workshop – registration opens August 24, 11amPlein Air Oil Painting with Louise Lacey-Rokosh

Venue & Address

Leighton Art Centre, 282027 144 St. West, Foothills AB T1S 0Y4

Wheelchair not accessible

Free Parking

Not accessible by Public Transport

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