THE FIRST BRUSH OF FALL

09/28/2018 9:00 am - 9:00 am
https://www.dunesartsfoundation.org/boxoffice
Dunes Arts Foundation
Dunes Summer Theatre
Address: 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, IN 46360, USA

THE FIRST BRUSH OF FALL

A Plein Air Artist Event

Sponsored by Horizon Bank
Co-sponsored by the Indiana Plein Air Painters’ Association

September 21, 22, 23

​Be prepared as artists from around the region converge on Michigan City and the surrounding areas with easels and paint brushes to compete for cash prizes in The Dunes Summer Theatre’s first ever paint fair. During 3 days, artists will create paintings in 30 minutes or less, as well as other works over the weekend. Artists will sell select pieces at the end of the event. Cash prizes will be awarded to top artists. If you are an artist, young or old, and would like to participate, click the Register button and reserve your spot today.

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