Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Judges Panel Discussion: Selecting a Winning Painting -  Our three judges - Helene Fox, Dan Beck and Peter Trippi - will discuss paintings selected as award winners in the 2025 Olmsted Plein Air Invitational.  Recommended for collectors, artists, students, art aficionados.

2:45 p.m.-3:45 p.m. Susan Diehl
“Echoes of Russian Impressionism - How I Learned to Paint" - a demonstration will include a short discussion with slides on Russian, French and World Impressionism along with a demo of blocking in color on a large still life using those techniques.

ONLINE REGISTRAITON FOR THE PAINTQUICK IS NOW CLOSED

YOU MAY REGISTER “DAY OF” AND ON SITE - $40 - PLEASE BRING EXACT CHANGE

It’s fast! It’s furious! It’s the annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational PaintQuick. Artists of all skill levels are invited and encouraged to be a part of the fun! All paintings will be judged and awards presented there.

Spectators are welcome to mingle among the painters and watch blank canvas become works of art and take a painting or two home. All paintings will be available for purchase.

Artist Sign In 7:30 a.m. >>> Artists Begin Painting 8:00 a.m. >>> Artists Stop Painting 10:00 a.m. >>> Judging 10:20 a.m.-10:45 a.m. >>> Awards Presentation 10:46 a.m.-11:00 a.m. >>> Painting Sales till Noon

The PaintQuick will begin and end in the meadow at the far eastern section of the park, 2199 North Ponce de Leon Ave, Atlanta, GA 30307. Deepdene is the most eastern of the chain of parks that make up the Olmsted Linear Park in Druid Hills.

Of the work completed since April 19 in Georgia, each Artist selects two paintings to place into competition. A panel of judges including Helene Fox (Charleston, SC), Dan Beck (Leland, NC) and Peter Trippi (New York, NY) selection winning paintings in various categories. This evening is the first opportunity to view and purchase the competition paintings. Buy early and see if the judges picks agree with yours. Or, wait for the announcement of winners and rush to buy - if still available. Come cheer the winners, congratulate all artists and be a part of thrill of the evening. Hor d’oeuvres, beverages, music.

VIP Entry begins at 5:30 p.m. Want to be a VIP? Find out how 404-282-8283.

Visit the great Impressionists in the Musée d’Orsay

Olmsted Plein Air Invitational Special Auction

Two 7-Night Private Apartment Packages in Paris Available

Experience 7 Magical Nights in Paris!

Stay in a charming two-bedroom, two-bath apartment (maximum occupancy: 4 people) located on the historic Île de la Cité, just blocks from the iconic Cathedral of Notre-Dame. Enjoy easy walking access to world-renowned landmarks, including the Musée d’Orsay, the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, the Seine River, and the romantic, art-filled streets of Paris.

• Airfare and transportation not included

• Dates of stay subject to availability

• Valid for one year (12 months) from the date of purchase

Our recommendation: Inquire about dates now for the best chance to secure your preferred stay.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Michael Mills
Beyond Visual Harmonic Composition - Best of Show winner at the 6th Annual Georgia Color Plein Air in Savannah and first-time participant in the Olmsted Plein Air Invitational. A step-by-step process for creating a complete painting with harmony - the Fibonacci Spiral.

12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Kyle Stuckey
The Importance of Edges - a dive into edge variation, how to create them, color changes, hard and deep, lost and soft.

TGIF! Stroll through an art exhibition with over 250 original pieces for a soothing visual treat. The mix of landscapes, florals, and city scenes—especially ones reflecting familiar local spots—adds such a personal, heartfelt touch. And knowing that many works are inspired by the artists' own homes makes it feel even more intimate and meaningful.

Ease into the weekend tonight with a relaxing stroll through beauty, soak up some creative vibes, then glam it up at the Artist Awards & Collectors Soirée on Saturday—fancy vibes, great conversations, and probably some lovely wine too, right? 🍷😉 And wrapping it all up with a final Sunday visit sounds like the perfect encore.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Crista Pisano
Small Talk - A Tour Through the Gallery of Petite Paintings with the Princess of Petite"

1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. John Caggiano
Dynamic Elements of a Landscape Painting - Key compositional devices to strengthen the structure and appeal of your painting.

7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Michelle Held
Poetry vs Journalism - In this demo, we’ll explore how to infuse a poetic quality into your artwork, moving beyond a strictly representational, journalistic style. We’ll focus on techniques that evoke mood, emotion, and atmosphere, capturing the essence and feeling of a scene rather than simply documenting it. Learn how to use color, light, texture, and composition to tell a story that resonates deeply with the viewer, inviting them into an experience that is both personal and universal. Join us to transform your paintings from descriptive works into evocative expressions, where each brushstroke becomes a line of poetry on the canvas.

Think the power of small. Tonight the BIG Petite Reveal features a first look and opportunity to purchase paintings that are smaller than 8x10. You will be amazed at the detail and dynamic punch these small paintings can bring to those nooks and spaces in your home. As the expression goes “take several, they’re small”.

This is a great way for beginners to start a collection, for seasoned collectors to fill small spaces and for attendees to ooooh and aaaah. Plus, enjoy lite bites, beverages, music.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Susan Lynn
Painting Coastal - Susan will demonstrate painting a coastal scene and share a bit about her recently published book of seascapes and coastal marshes.  Copies of her book "Painting the Poetry of Land and Sea" will be available for purchase.

Beloved photographer, philanthropist, and nature-lover Lucinda Bunnen spent over 50 years nurturing the lush, wooded landscape around her Buckhead home, creating a peaceful haven that celebrates both art and the natural world. Now, The Conservation Fund and the City of Atlanta are working together to transform this special 30-acre property into the future Lucinda Bunnen Nature Preserve—honoring Lucinda’s legacy while preserving the land’s rich biodiversity, cultural history, and artistic spirit. In tribute to Lucinda’s love of inspired creative expression, artists from across the country will gather on Wednesday, April 23 as part of the 11th Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational to paint the property en plein air, capturing its beauty through their unique perspectives. Their work will be featured in the Invitational’s Exhibition Gallery that same evening, offering the public a chance to experience and celebrate the land through the eyes of the artists.

With a $2.4 million fundraising effort still underway to permanently protect the property, those interested in contributing to this important conservation project are encouraged to attend the gallery event to speak directly with The Conservation Fund or reach out to Shannon Lee at slee@conservationfund.org. This unique collaboration is a powerful reflection of Lucinda’s vision, where art and environmental stewardship work hand in hand to inspire generations to come.

More about the 11th Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational and Exhibition Gallery Reception on Wednesday, April 23rd, 6:30-8:30 PM at 3107 Clairmont Rd, Suite A, Atlanta, GA, 30345.

More about The Conservation Fund and the effort to permanently protect Lucinda’s home as a nature preserve.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Ryan Jensen
People Impressions - Mastering the art of a focal point with the most relatable subject there is, people.

2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Vlad Duchev
Do More of What You Love - Learn about choosing subject matter, color schemes, preparing the palette, what to avoid when plein air painting, what to keep and what to remove, when to stop.

Beginning Saturday, April 19 our Olmsted Plein Air Artists are out painting across the state. Some are in Atlanta, some on the coast, and still others are in the mountains. Today, Tuesday April 22, all Artists are required to be in Atlanta. Each will bring work completed since the previous Saturday.

This evening is a first opportunity to view and purchase fresh paintings of Georgia scenes. It is also the first opportunity to meet and mingle with the Artists. Don’t miss out. Lite bites, beverages, music.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Eileen Eder
Perspective Made Easy - Learn simple tips for painting anything from a single building to a landscape miles away.

1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Ed Cahill
Use All the Aspects of Perspective to Make a Convincing Painting - Starting with a thumbnail, Ed will discuss controlling the chemistry, overlapping shapes, linear two-point perspective and atmospheric warm and cool color changes.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

Please use the times below!
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Jill Banks

“Painting Into the Night” - Learn techniques for capturing nocturnes plein air through this demo and talk.  Tips include lighting, palette arrangement, color considerations and alternative ways to start a night versus daytime scene.

1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Mason Williams
”The Art of the Block In” - Reliable techniques on how to establish a strong start to a landscape painting.

Today is the first opportunity to visit the exhibition gallery. It is not yet full but amazing work none the less. The gallery grows each day. An artist bunny left eggs loaded with prizes for everyone visiting today only.

2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Artist Talk/Demonstration

Kendall Portis - “Visual Storytelling”, Finding your intent and then expressing it through abstract mark making.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, experience, inquire, and be inspired by Master Artists who have generously volunteered to share their expertise. Talks and Demonstrations are FREE!

Please use the time below
2:00pm-3:30pm Kendall Portis

“Visual Storytelling” Finding your intent and then expressing it through abstract mark-making.

Atlanta’s 11th Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational begins at sunrise. Participating Artists can paint anywhere in the state of Georgia until Tuesday, April 22, 2025 when all must be in Atlanta. Many Artists will arrive in Atlanta and remain through the show. Others will choose to paint in the mountains, on the coast, in the rolling hills of the piedmont or the flat sandy farms of southwest Georgia. It all starts today.