Since the days of the impressionists, artists have enjoyed the experience of painting outdoors. It is one of the true joys of being a painter.
Not only are we at one with nature, but there is also the camaraderie when two or more paint on location.
Plein Air Down Under is the Peel regionโs largest outdoor painting festival and features awards and prizes, feature artists, youth involvement, demonstrations and an exhibition of plein air paintings.
Plein Air Down Under presents a week of outdoor and evening paint-outs, over $12,000 in awards and prizes, workshops, youth involvement and two art exhibitions. Internationally renowned artists Leon Holmes (Aus), Lori Putnam (USA) and Tony Robinson (Ireland) will run Masterclasses, paint and demonstrate throughout the festival.
Over 200 artists will be painting throughout Mandurahโs town centre, cultural precinct, and the historic town of Pinjarra. When the artists arenโt on site painting, the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre serves as the festival hub, offering artists and spectators the opportunity to watch free demonstrations, listen to live music and enjoy the festivities.
Highlights of the 2024 festival include:
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Painting demonstrations
- Spirit of the Landscape Art Exhibition
- Artist registration open to professional, non-professional and youth artists
- Over $12,000 in awards and prizes
- Day and evening paint-outs
- A two-hour Quick Draw painting competition
- Opportunities to exhibit, sell and buy original artwork.
Gallery
We are excited to collaborate with the Mandurah Arts Festival to present Lori Putnam's Professional Development Presentation titled "๐๐จ, ๐๐จ๐ฎ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ."![]()
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Some topics covered will be:![]()
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โข Three things you can start doing today that will improve your reputation.![]()
โข Marketing is NOT an ugly word, if you learn to do it the right way.![]()
โข Social media, using the power for good.![]()
โข Organisation is not your enemy![]()
โข Donโs just sown up; make a good showing.![]()
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Save the date: Saturday, 21 September 2024, from 1 โ 3pm![]()
Location: Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, Fishtrap Theatre![]()
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Discounted for artists registered to paint at Plein Air Down Under!![]()
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Secure your spot now to avoid missing out - ๐๐๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ค ๐![]()
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Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to advance your artistic journey!![]()
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Plein Air Down Under isn't just plein air paintingโit's plein air painting on steroids! ๐ฟ AND this year we have awards and prizes totalling over $12,000! ![]()
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Check out the full list of awards and prizes for 2024 on the link below ๐https://pleinairdownunder.com/2024-awards-prizes/![]()
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Exciting news! ๐ Introducing TWO new awards:![]()
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โข Runner-up Open Category, presented by Seashells Hospitality Group![]()
โข Runner-up Non-Professional Category, presented by Senior Art Supplies![]()
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Thereโs something for everyone at this yearโs event! Whether you're an experience painter or just starting out, don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and win some amazing prizes. ![]()
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Mark your calendars and get ready to paint your heart out!![]()
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We are excited to have Ray White - Mandurah back again this year as a Platinum Sponsor! ๐๐ซถRay White Mandurah is proud to announce our sponsorship of this year's Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival - 21st to 23rd September! Thank you Plein Air Down Under for having us on board for a second year ๐
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Itโs an opportunity to paint in the Peel Region, to capture rural landscapes, orchards, heritage villages and beaches. All in a relaxed environment with your plein air friends, plus you can showcase our talent by entering up to two of these paintings to win awards.![]()
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The PADU Experience Peel Award is judged by our participating artists, for paintings done between 17-20 September. ๐๐จ![]()
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Start planning your own Peel Region experience by visiting:![]()
www.peel.wa.gov.au/our-region/visit-our-region/![]()
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Presented by the Peel Development Commission, this event promises an unforgettable blend of art, nature, and community spirit. Donโt miss outโget ready to paint your way through Peel!![]()
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Caraholly Orchard Peel Development Commission @shireofmurray Fairbridge Village
Contact
Postal Address
P.O Box 788
30-32 Pinjarra Road
30-32 Pinjarra Road
Mandurah, WA
Australia,ย 6210
Australia,ย 6210
