Artists, art lovers and shoppers alike are in for a vibrant weekend as Whidbey’s Plein Air returns.

The Plein Air Paint Out is calling on Whidbey’s novice and professional artists to throw on their aprons for a competition from Aug. 11 to 14. The Pacific Northwest Art School located in Coupeville is throwing its biggest fundraiser of the year, which normally sees 60 to 80 artists. They paint the beaches, forests, townscapes and vistas around Whidbey and Camano islands.

After four days, the artists will submit the best of their work to be juried for awards. The Paint Out will be followed by a gala on Aug. 15 at 6-9 p.m. Tickets to the gala cost $25 for patrons and are $30 at the door. To purchase tickets for Plein Air 2025, visit the Pacific Northwest Art School’s website.

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