Plein Air

About this event

Join us for a community celebration of painting in the great outdoors! 60 painters will be taking it to the streets – and the bay front pier!! NOVEMBER 2-7, 2026 This 8TH ANNUAL “paint out” will exemplify the artistic vibe of Fairhope. From sunrise to sunset, artists will set up throughout the city with portable easels, chairs, and umbrellas along downtown streets, at Mosher’s castle, Fairhoper’s Community Park, the Pier, and more! *** What can you expect in Plein Air Fairhope 2026? *** You can participate in Plein Air Fairhope as an artist, student, patron, or audience member. Nov 2 – Nov 6, 2026: Plein Air Fairhope Paint Out! 60 participating artists will paint the town from sunrise to sunset! They’ll be downtown, by the pier, local farmlands, and more… All Painter Registrations are SOLD OUT! Nov 3 – Nov 6, 2026: Plein Air Fairhope Wet Room. As painters finish artworks, they will be showcasing them at ESAC on tables while they dry and before they are framed for the official exhibit. Get a special sneak peek or purchase one for your own collection before the rush! Nov 4, 2026 @ 1-2pm: Gallery Talk. Join PAF Judge Cory Wright for a Gallery Talk about her plein air painting experiences and what to look for as a show judge. $15 per person. Nov 6, 2026 @ 6-8 pm: Plein Air Fairhope Exhibit/First Friday Art Walk. Official opening of artwork created during the week! Free to the public. PAF Artists/Sponsors may enjoy a VIP early bird entrance at 5:30 pm. Works will be on display thru Dec 19th. Nov 7, 2026 @ 9-11 am: Plein Air Fairhope Quick Draw. PAF artists and the public are invited to paint at or around the Eastern Shore Art Center. All ages welcomed! Just bring your painting supplies and join us. Donations welcomed. NEW! Nov 8, 2026 @ 10 am-4 pm: Just Plein Fun Workshop! Join Instructor Robin Popp on a fun excursion into creating work on location and learn some tricks and shortcuts to make it easier. $200 ($175 for ESAC Members). VISIT US ONLINE FOR MORE INFO: https://www.esartcenter.org/events *** Proceeds to benefit the Eastern Shore Art Center’s community outreach efforts.