Guide to Watching Artists

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WHERE CAN I SEE THE ARTISTS?

• From Monday through Thursday, select artists will be painting at the locations listed in schedule. • Once the Festival begins, we will have handouts available at PenArt and our information stands detailing which artists will be painting at each location. • If an artist is not scheduled to be at a site, it is likely they are painting “off the beaten path,” and we do not know their location.

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WHERE SHOULD I STAND WHILE WATCHING?

• Stand behind and off to the side of the artist. • Do not stand between the artist and what they are painting. • Leave plenty of room behind the artist.

They often need to back away from the canvas (up to 10 feet) to get a better view of their painting.

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MAY I TALK TO THE ARTISTS?

• Absolutely! Most artists truly enjoy talking about their art, however, painting plein air can also be stressful - deadlines, racing the sun, and painting for a potential award - so be respectful. • If you see an artist with headphones, it is likely they are trying to concentrate and probably can’t talk.

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SUGGESTIONS FOR THINGS TO SAY OR ASK

• Do you mind if I watch you work? • Do you mind talking while you paint? • Do you paint plein air often? • Why did you select this scene? • Do you teach workshops? • If you love what you are seeing, and have lots more questions, consider a workshop at a later date (maybe even at PenArt).