Updates and additional information

We are excited to host the inaugural Montford Plein Air Painting Festival! Montford in the spring is stunning — cherry blossoms, redbuds, and blooming gardens with beautiful Victorian architecture as the backdrop. We hope you’ll enjoy your palettes as much as the scenery!

This is our first year organizing this event, and we’re learning as we go. Thank you in advance for your patience — we’re working hard to make everything run smoothly and give ourselves time to paint too! The festival is hosted by plein air painters, for plein air painters.

Entry Fee — $30

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We are collecting a $30 participation fee now to help cover neighborhood outreach and festival costs. You may pay via:

  • Venmo: @matthew-levin-74400 (last 4 of phone: 5730)

  • PayPal

  • Personal check (made out to Matt Levin, mailed to 129 Cumberland Ave., Asheville, NC 28801)

Once payment is received, we’ll send a confirmation and add you to the registration list.

All mediums welcome

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Although this is called a painting festival, there are no restrictions on artistic medium. Bring what you love to create with!

What to expect on check in

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Friday 4/10: Check-in takes place at 129 Cumberland Avenue, Asheville between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Additional check-in Saturday 4/11 9am–12pm.
At check-in you will:

  • Get your canvases stamped to show participation

  • Complete your registration if not already done

  • Meet other artists

We’ll also host a meet & greet afterward from 4:00–6:00 PM.

Neighborhood involvement

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Montford residents care deeply about their homes and gardens, and we want to be respectful guests. We will be handing out neighborhood flyers ahead of time to let residents know that painters will be in the area, and to invite neighbors to the Sunday Wet Sale.

We’re also exploring a way for neighbors to signal that artists are welcome to paint their houses or gardens — so stay tuned!

Please remember:

  • Sidewalks, greenways, cemeteries, and parks are public spaces and great painting spots.

  • Be courteous about driveways, gardens, and private property unless invited.

Wet Sale (Sunday Art Show & Sale)

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Parking, Food, & Bathrooms

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On Sunday, April 12, from 2:30–5:00 PM:

  • Bring your finished work and an easel for display and sale.

  • We’ll provide numbered slips where you write your name and price, and attach them to your easel.

  • Guests will be encouraged to vote for their favorite pieces.

  • Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place before 5:00 PM.

  • A 15% commission will be taken on sales.

There will be live music and light food fare on the wrap-around porch during the event!

Parking: Free street parking is available throughout the neighborhood; carpooling is encouraged to reduce congestion.

  1. Food & Drinks: A variety of nearby options include Harris Teeter, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, All Day Darling, Tall John’s, Nine Mile, High Five Coffee, Little Jumbo, and Day Trip.

  2. Bathrooms: Available at nearby restaurants and stores.