The Missouri Plein Air Painters’ Association was established in 1999 by a group of local artists, with the express purpose of furthering the practice and appreciation of plein air painting in Missouri and surrounding regions.
Since there's no membership, dues or meetings it's extremely easy to join us on any Sunday, just show up - everyone is welcome!
W H E R E W E " L L B E
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Historic Maeystown invites all artists who love to paint in the open air–plein air–to come to Maeystown for their annual Plein Air Paint Out.Registration begins at the Rock Mill at 8:30 a.m. with coffee, tea and donuts provided.Painting time will begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 2:30 p.m.A display of the day’s work will be held at the mill from 3:00-4:00p.m. for the public. The public is also invited to come watch the artists paint at any time throughout the day.Lunch will be on your own at Hank & Lilly’s Creekside or the Sweet Shoppe. There are no registration fees charged for the event.Come enjoy the beauty of Maeystown! For directions and information about Maeystown, click on this link Maeystown, IL.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Once again be in Forest Park around the Muny (Pagoda Circle) this Sunday. Artists will start arriving around 9:00 and paint until whenever. There is lots of shade and the area is full of flowers. For directions and information about Forest Park, click on this link Forest Park.