This year, two Walktober events will feature quick paint competitions with artists painting plein air along the trails for a cash prize. More about Walktober>>
Sunday, October 8, 2023
Swope Park, 4177 Pavilion Road
9-9:15 a.m. Artist Check-in at the shelter
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 22, 2023
Penguin Park, 4124 NE Vivion Rd.
9-9:15 a.m. Artist Check-in at the shelter
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.