Adirondack Plein Air Festival

Adirondack Plein Air Festival Adirondack Plein Air Festival is a 6 day outdoor painting event in Saranac Lake, NY Artists come from all over the country to paint outdoors for 5 days.

The event concludes with a Reception and Show & Sale of the work produced. Held in the Adirondack Mountains of northern New York State. Over $5000 in prizes given out.

Just 3 days left to register! Come paint with us in the Adirondacks ⛰️🖌️
04/12/2026

Just 3 days left to register! Come paint with us in the Adirondacks ⛰️🖌️

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Calling all Plein Air Artists! Registration for the 2026 Adirondack Plein Air Festival is now open. 40 artists will be selected to come paint with us Aug 17-22, 2026. Learn more about our events and plein air workshop, Aug 15 & 16, with our Juror of Awards, Cynthia Rosen at saranaclakeartworks.org

View the prospectus and submit your works through onlinejuriedshows.com
Registration closes April 15, 2026.

Just a few weeks left to register!
03/23/2026

Just a few weeks left to register!

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Calling all Plein Air Artists! Registration for the 2026 Adirondack Plein Air Festival is now open. 40 artists will be selected to come paint with us Aug 17-22, 2026. Learn more about our events and plein air workshop, Aug 15 & 16, with our Juror of Awards, Cynthia Rosen at saranaclakeartworks.org

View the prospectus and submit your works through onlinejuriedshows.com
Registration closes April 15, 2026.

02/03/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Calling all Plein Air Artists! Registration for the 2026 Adirondack Plein Air Festival is now open. 40 artists will be selected to come paint with us Aug 17-22, 2026. Learn more about our events and plein air workshop, Aug 15 & 16, with our Juror of Awards, Cynthia Rosen at saranaclakeartworks.org

View the prospectus and submit your works through onlinejuriedshows.com
Registration closes April 15, 2026.

Registration opens Feb 1 on onlinejuriedshows.com!
01/15/2026

Registration opens Feb 1 on onlinejuriedshows.com!

Registration for the 18th Annual Adirondack Plein Air Festival opens Feb 1!

Held August 17-22, 2026 this event includes 6 days of outdoor painting, a Nocturne Contest, Silent Auction, Quick Draw Competition, Meet the Artists Reception, Preview Party and Show & Sale. Our Awards Juror and Workshop Instructor is award winning artist Cynthia Rosen!

40 artists will be selected to participate. Learn more and view the prospectus at saranaclakeartworks.org!

12/31/2025

As the year comes to an end, we’re reflecting on how much joy and creativity the arts have brought to Saranac Lake (and our surrounding communities)—and how essential your support is in making it all possible.

This year, ArtWorks filled our downtown with music and art through the Third Thursday ArtWalks and ArtMarket. We welcomed visitors into the creative spaces of local artists during our Studio Tours, and helped countless people discover the richness of our arts community through our member brochure, website, and web calendar with ADK A&E. Our tent at the Saranac Lake Farmers Market gave artists a weekly place to share their work, while the Adirondack Plein Air Festival once again captured the breathtaking spirit of our region all week long.

This year, we were proud to introduce a new scholarship supporting a graduating senior pursuing further education in the arts—an investment in the next generation of creators. And behind the scenes, your support helps us lift up our members by assisting with their gallery exhibits, providing workshop insurance, covering essential fees and more.

When you give to Saranac Lake ArtWorks, you’re not just supporting our events—you’re nurturing the artists who shape our community, the experiences that bring us together, and the belief that art should be accessible to all. As you consider your year end giving, we hope you’ll consider a gift to Saranac Lake ArtWorks.

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11/21/2025

We’re honored to announce that award-winning artist Cynthia Rosen will serve as the Awards Juror and Workshop Presenter for the 2026 Adirondack Plein Air Festival!

With awards including Third Place and Best in Show at Wayne Plein Air Festival, First Place: Small Paint Sunday at Plein Air Easton, and Second Place at Door County Plein Air, Cynthia invites artists to explore the Adirondacks in their own style while she demonstrates her unique approach with knife, spatcher, and brush, at the Paul Smith's College VIC, Aug 15-16, 2026.

Learn more about the 18th Adirondack Plein Air Festival and Cynthia's Workshop at saranaclakeartworks.org!

Kicking off the Adirondack Plein Air Festival with a wonderful workshop weekend with Beth Brownlee Bathe at the Paul Smi...
08/17/2025

Kicking off the Adirondack Plein Air Festival with a wonderful workshop weekend with Beth Brownlee Bathe at the Paul Smith's College VIC!

Students were excited to study Beth’s unique technique and Eric Rhoads even stopped by to say hi!

Tomorrow is check-in and the Meet the Artists reception at Hotel Saranac from 7-9pm. We’ll see you there!

08/17/2025

MONDAY AUGUST 18: CHECK IN – Artist Check-In and surface stamping, 9 am – 5 pm. at the Hotel Saranac, 100 Main St., Saranac Lake, NY.  Easy entry to lobby from the back door on Academy Street. Painting may begin afterwards.

08/17/2025

Last but, certainly not least...don't forget about the big SHOW & SALE to end the 17th Annual Adirondack Plein Air Festival!

Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 11am – 5pm at the Harrietstown Town Hall in Saranac Lake.

FREE EVENT -- Meet the artists and view the new paintings created during the event.

See the full schedule of events here:
www.saranaclakeartworks.org/page/37815/schedule-of-events

There are still spots available and time to register for the Carving out a Painting Plein Air Workshop with this year's ...
07/23/2025

There are still spots available and time to register for the Carving out a Painting Plein Air Workshop with this year's juror, Beth Bathe!

You will learn a reductive painting technique using water mixable oil paint and using a limited tonal palette.

To learn more and register, visit: www.saranaclakeartworks.org/page/37817/plein-air-workshop

Just one month until the Adirondack Plein Air Festival returns to the area!Get ready to watch the magic unfold as artist...
07/18/2025

Just one month until the Adirondack Plein Air Festival returns to the area!

Get ready to watch the magic unfold as artists from near and far set up their easels and capture the stunning Adirondack landscapes live and in the moment. From mountains to Main Street, it’s your chance to experience art in action and meet the creatives behind the canvas.

Mark your calendars—check out this year's schedule here: www.saranaclakeartworks.org/page/37815/schedule-of-event

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Saranac Lake, NY
12983

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