Plein Air Idyllwild 2026 Artist Information
As you wander around the small town of Idyllwild, you will see many things that inspire the artist within you. Tahquitz Rock majestically sits above our town, inviting many to climb her. Also called Lily Rock. Huge sequoias adorn the circle alongside the town statue of a bear, wolf, mountain lions and an eagle, carved of wood. Charming buildings and cabins surrounded by lush woods and meadows filled with native rose bushes. Strawberry Creek flows through town and you will find native strawberry plants and ferns. Inspiration is everywhere for Plein Air painting. Here is a list of possibilities, it’s up to you!
Idyllwild Park - Center of town. Bathrooms in the Fort Building, downstairs. The Art Alliance Steampunk Deer stands guard. Many painted deer decorate Idyllwild, all different!
Public restrooms are located on North Circle Drive between Middle Ridge Winery and Idyllwild Gardens Nursery.
Upstairs at The Fort - Wonderful views from this location. Just leave room for passersby, the vendors won’t mind.
Lake Fulmor - 7 miles North of Idyllwild along Route 243. Minimal parking fee. Bathrooms.
Idyllwild Regional Park, Entry Fee, bathrooms and picnic tables. Large grass meadow with beautiful views and large trees. (Rivcoparks.org)
As always be aware of traffic and wildlife, walkways and leave no trace.
Artist Check-In
Pre-register online through Art Alliance website.
(Home page, lower left)
AAI members - $35
Non-members - $45
Under 18 FREE
All registered artists are to check in at our table located in Idyllwild Park below the beautiful sequoiasbetween 7:00 am and 10:00 am Saturday August 8th.
Idyllwild Park
54380 N. Circle Dr
Idyllwild
Conveniently located across from Pure Bean Idy for coffee and treats!
We will stamp the back of your substrates and give you a Plein Air Tote Bag filled with a few artist’s goodies, coupons and information about Idyllwild including a map with our suggestions.
Artists under the age of 18 are invited to join us - Please register your child so we know how many prizes to have.
Parent or guardian must accompany minors.
AAI proudly announces esteemed artist Rick Delanty as the Judge of this event!
Rick J. Delanty is a national award-winning artist in plein air competitions around the West, and in exhibitions across the United States, including the California Art Club’s Gold Medal show.
The artist has practiced his craft and taught professionally for fifty years. His work is in the permanent collection of three prominent museums. Feature articles concerning his work have appeared in many national publications, as well as a book he authored entitled “Beauty Unites Us.” His work is included in many books about painting and art history, as published by the Irvine Museum, and Art Renewal Center, among others.
Rick is affiliated with several professional organizations, as Signature member of the American Society of Marine Artists, National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society, Pacific Institute of Marine Artists, Laguna Plein Air Painters Association, the American Impressionist Society, and Artist member of the California Art Club and Oil Painters of America. The Art Renewal Center designated the artist as Associate Living Master. The artist has served as awards judge for several national organizations, as well as an instructor, demonstrator, moderator and speaker.
www.delantyfineart.com
Artwork for Judging - (this show is not part of the AAI Member Artist of the Year award)
You may submit 1 piece of art
Oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, gouache, pen & ink or mixed media which includes mosaic, stained glass or anything that can be hung on a wall.
All entries must have been created “en plein air” the day of the event.
Maximum Size / Hanging Guidelines
Maximum size 16x20 canvas or paper, plus frame.
All pieces must be wired for hanging. D-Rings with wire preferable.
No sawtooth hangers please.
Art Sales
If your artwork is not for sale, please mark it NFS.
After this one day pop-up event, you may leave your painting to be hung in our gallery at The Funky Bazaar;
arrangements to be made ahead of time.
All sales will go through AAI. AAI receives 20% commission.
Rain or Shine, this event will be happening.
Artist Reception - Location TBD
Artists are encouraged to attend the Reception and Awards Ceremony which begins at 4:00 pm or as soon as all art is properly hung.
Cash Prizes!
Winners will be announced and the general public will have a chance to purchase your art.
Please invite friends and family to this event and spread the word on social media!
Thank you for participating and making this a successful event for our charming town of Idyllwild!
Jolene Paige
Art Alliance of Idyllwild
(949)436-1536 text or call with any questions
Sponsors for this event -
Art Alliance Idyllwild - Creating Community through Art
We are a non-profit group of creative people that hold community events highlighting our members’ creations. Throughout the year we are able to provide for the community in many ways and offer free art supplies to children for Christmas.
Please consider becoming a member! We hold judged shows throughout the year.
An Art Alliance production that is put on by our wonderful volunteers! If you would like to join us and be a part of this event or any events please contact us at artinidyllwild@gmail.com.
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