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Landscape Artist of the Year - En Plein Air - October 3
Landscape Artist of the Year - En Plein Air - October 3
Calling All Artists!
A Celebration of Art, Nature & Giving!
Be part Field & Brush – Landscape Artist of the Year "En Plein Air" Competition at The Giving Place on October 3, 2026!
Inspired by the beloved Landscape Artist of the Year, this outdoor painting competition invites artists of all skill levels to capture the beauty of our farm, gardens, forests, rescue animals, and autumn landscapes.
This special event takes place during East Gwillimbury's Farm to Fork Tour, when hundreds of visitors travel from farm to farm celebrating local agriculture, food, and community. It's a wonderful opportunity to paint before a live audience, share your creative process, and have your work admired by guests throughout the day.
Even better, 100% of proceeds will support The Giving Garden Haven, our local not-for-profit organization that donates 100% of its harvest to food banks, pantries, and shelters across our community.
Competition Date: October 3, 2026
Location: The Giving Place, 19618 E Townline, Mount Albert
Registration Deadline: September 30, 2026
Registration: $45
People's Choice Voting: $5
Whether you're an experienced plein air artist or simply looking for a day of inspiration, this is your chance to create, connect, and make a difference.
Who Can Apply?
To participate, you must:
Be 15 years of age or older (all artists must be able to work independently on
their artwork)
Pay a $45 registration fee, which includes entrance to The Giving Place grounds
Provide all your own supplies (easel, chair, paint, brushes, etc.)
Be ready to create outdoors—this is a true “en plein air” experience
Any medium is welcome: paint, pastel, coloured pencil, mixed media, any size or
shape
Your completed work is yours to keep, but the memories and impact will last a lifetime.
What’s at Stake?
The winner will be named “The Giving Place Artist of the Year” and will receive:
A prize package filled with gifts and local experiences
Their winning piece displayed at local galleries and businesses
Recognition and visibility within the community art scene
There will also be a People’s Choice Award, voted on by attending guests!
Event Day Schedule – October 3rd, 2026
9:00–10:45 AM: Artist setup (participants only)
11:00 AM: Clocks begin, artists start creating
2:00 PM: Brushes down – artwork complete
2:15 PM: Ballots collected for People’s Choice
3:00 PM: Winners announced
