June 13-20
The 11th annual competition will offer up to 6 days to paint anywhere in multi-faceted Berks County, PA. Juror Lon Brauer will select 30 artists from entries received by 3/1/26. Friday eve unveiling and awards in historic ballroom, Saturday the exhibit becomes the keystone of West Reading’s “Art on the Avenue” festival that drew 20,000+ last year.
- 6000+ in cash awards
- Up to 6 days to paint ANYWHERE in Berks County
- Updated "Plein Air Painter’s Guide to Berks County” for visiting artists
- Large 4’ x 7’ ProPanel with LED gallery lighting for each artist
- High visibility in region’s premier plein air event and Art on the Avenue Street festival
- Host housing or discount hotel accommodations
- $40 submission fee (non-refundable)
