16th Annual Plein Air Invitational: March 7 - April 3, 2022

The 16th Annual Plein Air Invitational brings another outstanding exhibition of Plein Air paintings focusing on the unique beauty and environmental significance of the Anza-Borrego Desert and the Borrego Valley. The exhibition is a rich diversity of Plein Air paintings by a select group of 13 artists working in oils, watercolor and pastels, all producing work for the show during the week of March 7-11. New work will go up daily in the gallery during the week and the gallery will stay open until 7:00 pm Monday through Friday that week. The awards and reception will be held on Saturday, March 12, 3:00-5:00 on the front patio. The Gallery hosts the show till April 3, 2022. The Invitational will be curated by Kay Levie again this year. The 2022 Juror of Awards is Patty McGeeney from Del Mar, California. The Quick Draw will be juried by Toni Williams of Solana Beach, California. 

2022 QUICK DRAW WINNER

The 2022 Plein Air Quick Draw was held at Old Borego and all 13 artists participated. Margaret Larlham’s pastel “Golden Oldie” was chosen the winner by Quick Draw juror Toni Williams. CLICK HERE to see video!