This year, three Walktober events will feature quick paint competitions with artists painting plein air along the trails for a cash prize.

Sunday, October 6, 2024
Jerry Smith Park, 13600 Prospect Ave. 64146
9-9:15 a.m. Artist Check-in
9:15-11:30 a.m.: Competition (please turn in completed works by 11:30 a.m.)
11:30 a.m.: Judging
11:45 a.m.: Purchase Award- $250

Sunday, October 13, 2024
Fort Osage National Historic Landmark, 105 Osage Street, Sibley, MO 64088
9-9:15 a.m. Artist Check-in
9:15-11:30 a.m.: Competition (please turn in completed works by 11:30 a.m.)
11:30 a.m.: Judging
11:45 a.m.: Purchase Award- $250

Sunday, October 20, 2024
Penn Valley Park, Pershing Rd. & Main St. 64108
9-9:15 a.m. Artist Check-in
9:15-11:30 a.m.: Competition (please turn in completed works by 11:30 a.m.)
11:30 a.m.: Judging
11:45 a.m.: Purchase Award- $250

REGISTRATION: Please pre-register by emailing your name and contact information to [email protected].  Must have six (6) participants show up to award prize at each location. 

RULES

1. Painting must be done outside ENTIRELY on location during the specified competition dates/times.

2. All traditional mediums are accepted (oils, watercolor, pastel, acrylic, ink, graphite).

3. Blank (or solid color painted background) painting surfaces must be stamped prior to painting at the check-in station located at the park shelter.

4. Artists may paint anywhere along the trail or in the area of each park adjacent to the Walktober route. Subject matter can be anything within sight as long as the artist is within the boundaries.

5. Artists will immediately submit work for judging and a chance to win the $250 purchase award. Return the completed work to the shelter/check-in location upon conclusion of the Quick Paint competition.

6. Purchase award will be chosen and prize awarded. Winning artwork becomes the property of KC Parks.