The Town of Kingsville is once again preparing to welcome artists from all over the country for its Great Migration Paint Out, an en plein air painting competition in conjunction with the Town’s annual Migration Festival.
Artists of all skill levels participate in this unique contest, setting up easels and using Kingsville’s landmarks and landscapes as creative inspiration.
“Our Town’s support of the arts community has helped us grow this competition each year,” said local art advocate and Migration Festival Committee Chair, Layne van Loo. “We hope to welcome more visitors to the festival in 2024.”
At the close of the competition on October 20, 2024, the Town holds the Great Migration Paint Out Art Exhibition “Show and Sale” at the Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre. Entries from the competition will be displayed for judging, and many will be available for purchase to the general public. Everyone attending the exhibition can vote for their favourite painting in the adult category for the “People’s Choice Award.”
Categories and Prizes
Adult Competition (October 17, 2024 – October 20, 2024)
- First place – $1000
- Second place – $500
- Third place – $300
- Additional prizes are available in different categories
Adult Competition Registration: $55.00. Early Bird until September 5, 2024: $35.00
Two-Hour Quick Paint Competition (October 19, 2024, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- First place – $300
Quick Paint Registration: $10.00
Children and Youth Competitions (September 28 – October 11)
Art must be submitted in person to the Kingsville Arena by October 11, 2024, at 4:30 pm.
Children’s Category (12 and under)
- First place: $100
- Second place: $60
- Third place: $40
- Five Honourable Mentions: $20 each
Youth Category (13 to 18 years old)
- First place: $150
- Second place: $75
- Third place: $50
- One Honourable Mention: $25
Children and Youth Registration: Free!
Connect with fellow artists, explore Kingsville’s beautiful landmarks and green spaces, and unleash your creativity. For more information about the Great Migration Paint Out and the 55th Annual Migration Festival, visit migrationfestival.ca.