St. George Plein Air Festival — Artist FAQ
April 6–11, 2026
AT-A-GLANCE
Required to Participate:
- Artist Check-In & Stamping (Mon, April 6)
- Artwork Drop-Off (Fri, April 10)
- Opening & Awards Event (Sat, April 11)
Optional Events:
- Meet & Greet (Mon)
- Plein Air Talk (Tues)
- Community Paint-Out
- Nocturne Paint-Out
Pre-Scouted Painting Locations
To help you plan your week, we’ve put together a map of recommended painting locations throughout the area:
View the map here:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/
These are simply suggestions—artists are welcome to explore and paint anywhere within the region during the festival dates.
GENERAL FESTIVAL QUESTIONS
What are the festival dates?
The festival runs April 6–11, 2026, with check-in on Monday and the final exhibit and awards on Saturday.
Where is the main hub of the festival?
Social Hall: 212 N Main St, St. George, UT
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
Which events are required?
To participate in the festival and be eligible to submit work, artists must attend:
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Artist Check-In & Stamping
Monday, April 6 · 7 AM–12 PM -
Artwork Drop-Off
Friday, April 10 · 10 AM–4 PM -
Opening & Awards Event
Saturday, April 11 · 3–6 PM
Why is check-in required?
All painting surfaces must be officially stamped at check-in.
Only stamped substrates are eligible for submission and awards.
Which events are optional?
The following are optional but encouraged:
- Plein Air Talk (Tuesday)
- Community Paint-Out (Red Hills Desert Garden)
- Nocturne Paint-Out
These events are designed to build community and provide additional painting opportunities but are not required.
CHECK-IN & ELIGIBILITY
When must artwork be created?
All submitted work must be created en plein air during the official festival dates:
April 6–11, 2026
SUBMISSIONS & ARTWORK LIMITS
How many pieces can I submit?
You may submit up to 4 total pieces, structured as:
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2 Main Pieces
Created during the festival
Any subject/location painted during festival dates -
1 Paint-Out Piece
Created during an official paint-out (community or nocturne) -
1 Mini Piece
Created for the provided mini tin
How many paintings per frame?
Only one painting per frame is allowed.
MINI PAINTING DETAILS
What is the mini painting requirement?
Each artist will receive a mini tin to create a small work.
What surface do I use?
- A piece of board or watercolor paper will be provided
- Artists may provide their own substrate if preferred
- It must fit within the dimensions of the tin
SIZE & PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS
Are there size limits?
There is no strict maximum size, but work should be:
- Reasonably transportable
- Suitable for group exhibition display
FRAMING & DISPLAY
Does my work need to be framed?
Yes. All artwork must be:
- Framed and ready to hang, OR
- Finished with a clean gallery-wrapped edge
What is not allowed?
- Raw, unpainted canvas edges
- Unfinished sides
- Work that is not ready to hang
SALES & COMMISSION
Is my work required to be for sale?
Work may be marked NFS, though sales are encouraged.
What is the commission split?
- ART Provides: 40%
- Artist: 60%
DELIVERY & PICKUP
When is artwork due?
Friday, April 10 · 10 AM–4 PM - Social Hall
Can ART Provides assist with shipping?
Yes.
- Buyers pay shipping for sold work
- Artists cover return shipping for unsold work (if needed)
FINAL NOTES
What makes a piece eligible for awards?
- Created during festival dates
- Painted on a stamped surface
- Meets submission and presentation guidelines
- Delivered on time
What happens if guidelines aren’t followed?
Work may be disqualified from the exhibit or awards.