Plein Air at the Fair

Entry Deadline: July 10, 2024
Contest Dates
Main Event: Monday, August 5, 2024
Quick Paint: Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Open to all artists, the Plein Air at the Fair competition challenges artist to create artwork onsite at the Wisconsin State Fair of scenes throughout the event.

Finished works can be submitted for awards and artwork will be available for purchase by the general public through the remainder of the State Fair.

See below for full details on entry requirements and show information.

Plein Air at the Fair Entry Information

Main Event Prospectus & Contest Rules

Plein Air at the Fair is an artist’s chance to capture the magic of the Wisconsin State Fair on canvas. For one and a half days, artists are able to set capture the sights and colors of this annual tradition in person. All participating artists will receive complementary admission and parking.

Submitted artwork will be judged for top awards and prizes, and all artwork will be displayed and for sale to the general public for the remainder of the State Fair.

2024 Plein Air Main Event Entry Information

Quick Paint Prospectus

For the Quick Paint event, artists are challenged to create their masterpiece on canvas within a 4-hour window of time on a maximum canvas size of 11 inches x 14 inches.

Submitted artwork will be judged for top awards and prizes, and all artwork will be displayed and for sale to the general public for the remainder of the State Fair.

2024 Plein Air Quick Paint Entry Information

Postcard Perfect Painting Prospectus

For the Postcard Perfect Painting event, artists are challenged to create their masterpiece on canvas within one day on a maximum canvas size of 5 inches x 7 inches.

Submitted artwork will be judged for top awards and prizes, and all artwork will be displayed and for sale to the general public for the remainder of the State Fair.

2024 Postcard Perfect Painting Entry Information

Entry Form

To enter this contest, click the button below to enter online (available in May), or download the Plein Air Entry Form (available in May) and mail it to Wisconsin State Fair at the address listed below.

Enter Online Here!

Questions?

Questions regarding entering can be emailed to: entryoffice@wistatefair.com

Or call:
Junior & Open Shows: 414.266.7052
Dog Sports, Rabbit Hopping: 414.266.7052
Meat & Dairy Products Contests: 414.266.7052
Competitive Exhibits: 414.313.2767

Mailing Address:
Wisconsin State Fair
Entry Department
640 S 84th Street
West Allis WI 53214