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Quickdraw
Come see artists paint against the clock. Quickdraw is a two hour painting challenge that’s open to anyone over the age
of 14. Entrants choose from either the Pro- fessional or Open Class for the competition. Artists may use any medium, but must paint in the plein air tradition. Bring your own supplies, your easel and paint like a pro.
Quickdraw Event
The 2017 Quickdraw begins at the Marine Street Pavilion, 701 Marine Street, in Carra- belle. The site features a wide range of excep- tional subject matter sure to challenge and delight all artists. Artists may choose the ac- tive waterfront and waterway, the charming downtown area, or the interesting neighbor- hoods just a few blocks away.
Artists gather on Saturday, May 6 at 9 am to check in, have their blank canvases stamped, and pick up their title and price label. No canvas will be stamped if painting has been begun prior to the starting time. All artwork must be created during the Quickdraw time frame.
At 10 am, a horn will sound and artists may begin painting en plein air style on any sub- ject. At 12 noon, the horn will sound again and the Quickdraw artists bring their com- pleted artwork and easels to the exhibit area for the judging and sale.
Quickdraw Judging
The Quickdraw Awards will be presented from the pavillion at approximately 1 pm. Tina Mullen, Director of UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine, will judge. All completed work will be displayed around the pavilion.
In honor of the 12th year of the event, a spe- cial exhibition of Quickdraw works will be selected and hung in at Rio Carrabelle, 102 St. James Avenue, Carrabelle.
Quickdraw Exhibit Reception
After the judging, celebrate the results of the Quickdraw challenge from 3-5 pm at the ex- hibit reception. Hear the judge’s perspective, and learn why the selected paintings are win- ners. Engage in the insights and discussion.
Quickdraw Exhibit
A selection of the best paintings from the 2017 Quickdraw competition will be se- lected to hang as a tribute to the “two hour challenge.” Many times some of the most spontaneous and creative pieces result from the competitive process. The exhibit may be viewed and purchased at the Rio Carrabelle Gallery, 102 St. James Avenue, Carrabelle. Open 11 am-5 pm daily.
More than $10,000 in prizes will be presented as ve distinct awards in both professional and open categories.
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