Crestline’s First Annual
Plein Air Art Event & Painting Competition
FREE Community Event!
Crestline Community Art Walk & Plein Air Experience AUG. 28-30th
Theme: Capture the Heart of Crestline
Experience Crestline through the eyes of local and visiting artists as they paint outdoors in real time, capturing the heart and spirit of our mountain community.
Stroll through Lake Gregory, the Village, Top Town, and scenic locations throughout Crestline while enjoying live acoustic music, meeting artists, exploring local shops and restaurants, and discovering the beauty, charm, and creativity that make Crestline unique.
FREE for the public to attend and enjoy!
Come explore. Watch artists create. Listen to live music. Capture the Heart of Crestline.
Saturday Aug. 29
7:30–10:00 AM
MOLLY’S ART GALLERY 24002 Lake Drive Crestline CA.
Registration continues
Canvas stamping
Plein air painting throughout Crestline
Live acoustic music at select locations
4:00 PM
Artwork Submission at Molly’s Art Gallery & Studio
Sunday Exhibit at Molly’s Art Gallery & Studio
Public Exhibition
People's Choice Voting
Awards Ceremony
Artist Information
Adult Registration (18+): $25.00
Youth (17 & Under): FREE
Scholarships Available
One 8×10 or 11×14 painting may be entered for judging.
Artists may also exhibit and offer up to two additional original artworks for sale.
30% of artwork sales will benefit the Crestline Arts District to help fund future community arts programs and events.
Parking & Lake Access
Artists who register early will receive complimentary parking and Lake Gregory beach access passes (while supplies last and as provided by Lake Gregory Company).
These passes allow artists to park without paying and access the beach if they wish to paint along the shoreline.
Late registrations are welcome; however, complimentary passes may no longer be available.
What to Bring
One 8×10 or 11×14 canvas or hardboard
Painting supplies
Easel
Water and snacks
Hat and sunscreen
Chair (optional)
Blank canvases are available for $10 while supplies last. A limited number of low-cost painting supply kits may also be available.
$30.00 art kits are available for paint, brushes and canvas.
Questions?
Molly Collins
Crestline Arts District / Molly's Art Gallery & Studio
📞 (909) 436-8461
Artist Competition
Friday Evening Welcome & Registration
Friday • 5:00–9:00 PM
Crestline Friday Night Market
Look for the Crestline Arts District Registration Tent
Join us Friday evening to:
Check in and register
Have your canvas or hardboard officially stamped
Receive maps and event information
Meet fellow artists
Visit with other participants before the weekend begins
Painting may begin Friday evening!
Why not capture the warm evening light, the Friday Night Market, Lake Gregory, or another favorite Crestline scene as your first painting?
This year's theme is:
"Capture the Heart of Crestline."
Artisians & Musicians join our ART WALK
Artists – Enter the Painting Contest!
Paint outdoors at your favorite Crestline location and compete for cash prizes.
Contest Entry: Adults (18+) $25
Youth (17 & Under): FREE
All ages and skill levels welcome
Theme:Capture the Heart of Crestline
Cash prizes awarded Sunday, August 30