Hermann Mo
Plein Air

Paint June 8, 2024 through June 14, 2024.

Judging and Silent Auction on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Unlike any other event:
Relax, Refresh & Paint.

Experience the rolling hills and vineyards of Hermann during the second annual Hermann Plein Air Festival. Artists of every age and every skill level are invited to paint at approved painting locations from Saturday, June 8, 2024 through Friday, June 14, 2024.

On the evening of Saturday, June 15, 2024, artists are invited to participate in an art judging and silent auction from 2-7 p.m. at the Historic Festhalle on First Street in Hermann.

New for 2024: Welcome Reception at Stone Hill Winery on June 9, Marty Coulter Workshop at Adam Puchta Winery on June 10, and One-Day Quick Paint with Judging on June 11 (location to be announced).

  • Paint Hermann

    Paint anytime between Saturday, June 8, 2024, through Friday, June 14, 2024.

    Artists will be provided a list of approved painting locations at event check-in.

    Additional painting locations are permitted with permission from the property owner. Simply call in advance or the day you plan to paint.

    Artwork for Plein Air Judging and Art Auction are due Friday, June 14, 2024 by 7 p.m.

    Host lodging is available for participating artists upon request (weekdays only).

    Artists: Join the Hermann Mo Plein Air Facebook Group to share photos of the event and follow along with other participating artists!

  • Registration

    Hermann Plein Air is for artists of all ages and all skill levels.

    $35 registration fee

    Prior to painting your canvas, you must check in at the Hermann Visitor Center at the Amtrak Station to pick up your artist packet and to get your canvas stamped. Registration details will come closer to the event date.

    All artwork entered into the Art Judging and Auction must be event-generated and stamped. Each artist can submit up to three entries.

    Hermann Visitor Center at Amtrak
    301 Wharf St., Hermann, MO 65041
    Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. - Sun.

  • Silent Art Auction

    Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m.

    On the evening of June 15th, artists are invited to participate in an art judging and silent art auction at the Historic Festhalle on First Street.

    All artwork entered into the Art Judging and Auction must be event-generated and stamped. Each artist can submit up to three entries.

    Three winners will be selected. The first place winner will receive $1,000, second place $500, and third place $250.

    The Hermann Arts Council will retain the painting of the First Place Winner.

    70% of the silent auction proceeds will be awarded to the artist and 30% of the proceeds will be donated to the Hermann Arts Council.

    Doors open at 2 p.m. for bidding and bidding ends at 7 p.m.

    Hermann Mo Plein Air entries for judging cannot be entered into the Hermann Poster Contest.

Enhance your skills, receive recognition for your art, and experience the vineyards, history, and rolling hills of Hermann.

Hermann Plein Air is for artists of all ages and all skill levels.

Register by January 31, 2024 for the $25 Early Bird Registration Fee. Beginning February 1, 2024, the registration fee is $35.

Artist Registration Form

Sponsorship Opportunities

$100 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

$250 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Auction

$500 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Auction 

$1,000 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Auction 

$2,500 Business Choice Award Sponsor  
(business chooses award winner)

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Auction 

Business Receives Painting

Art Auction Party In-Kind Sponsorship

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Auction 

 

Become a Sponsor

This event is made possible because of supportive local businesses and sponsors like you. We hope you consider being a part of the 2024 Hermann Mo Plein Air.

If interested in sponsoring the 2024 event, please fill out the form below and we will be in contact soon.