The Stars of Texas will again host the Paint-Off Competition on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at the Depot Civic and Cultural Center. Two cash prizes of $500 and $250 will be awarded to the winners. Work must be completed on site within 6 hours.
REGISTRATION: 9:30 -10:30 am, Saturday, February 19th.
ENTRY FEE: $20 (non-refundable) Light lunch included.
ELIGIBILITY: Open to all Texas residents 18 or older.
CASH PRIZES:
$500 Arts Council of Brownwood Paint-Off Best Overall Award
$250 Arts Council of Brownwood Paint-Off Award of Excellence
All 2D media (except photography) is accepted. Tasteful subject matter only. Artists may work from life, plein air, personal photo, or value study.
Participants are required to register and have their painting surface stamped before painting. No unstamped surfaces will be considered. Painting may begin on Saturday after artist is registered and surface is stamped. The Paint-off will be held in the ballroom of the Depot. Outdoor plein air painters will have designated sites.
Artists may offer their works for sale by silent auction. Bidding will close before judging begins. Artists may set opening bid. A 25% fee will be collected on all paintings sold. All stamped works must be entered for jury at the DEPOT BALLROOM by 3:30 PM.
Awards announced at 4 pm same day. Work should be displayed unframed on an easel. Artists must supply their easels and keep equipment compact. Art may be picked up at 5:00PM.