16th Annual Grand Prix Plein Air Challenge

August 9, 2025

August 9, 2025

$20 - $45

Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver

6049257290

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Events Description

 

In this time-honoured traditional painting competition, participants must compose, paint, complete and frame (or finish) a piece of art that has been created outdoors in under four hours.

Works will be judged and prizes donated by Opus Art Supplies will be awarded. Participants may exhibit and sell their pieces on-site from 4–5 p.m. on the day of the challenge. All ages and skill levels welcome.

All ages and skill levels welcome. Registration fee includes morning coffee and muffins and a wine & cheese reception after the judging.

Artists will have the opportunity to display and sell their pieces in the Artspeaks Tent until 5 p.m. on the day of the competition. The District of West Vancouver/Ferry Building Gallery will process artwork sales and take a 30% commission.

For participation guidelines and registration, please visit our website.

Who is it for?

14+

HOW MUCH

Tickets : $20 – $45

$45 (ages 19+); $20 (ages under 19)

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Phone: 6049257270

WHEN & WHERE

 

Date: Saturday August 9, 2025

10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Venue & Address

Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver, B.C. V7T 1C2

Wheelchair accessible

Free Parking

Street Parking

Paid Parking

Accessible by Public Transport

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