A preview of
PLEIN AIR WEST READING 2026

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+ in 2025. 

• 6000+ in cash awards
• Up to 6 days to paint ANYWHERE in Berks County
• Update Plein Air Painter’s Guide to Berks County” for visiting artists
• Large 4’ x 8’ ProPanel with LED 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
• Registration $40. Prospectus & submission form available 1/1/26 at www.artplusgallerypa.com.

meet juror Lon Brauer