PGT event week: June 14 - 21, 2025
Extended Exhibition & Online Sales: June 23 - August 22
Paint Grand Traverse is an annual plein air painting festival and competition, presented by Crooked Tree Arts Center and located in Traverse City, Michigan. We're looking forward to connecting talented plein air painters, art fans, and collectors this August!
Originating in 2018, Paint Grand Traverse is a week-long event featuring top artists from across the country. Event highlights include live painting demonstrations and workshops, Kids Pint Sized Paint Out, and the Fresh Paint Party. The event features 33 talented artists from across the country.
What is plein air painting?
From the French en plein air, or "in open air", plein air artists work outside, capturing the ephemeral atmospheric and lighting conditions.
About the Location
The Grand Traverse region is located in northwest lower Michigan, and is known the world over for its gorgeous scenery, hundreds of miles of Lake Michigan coast, and historic small towns and villages. The largest of these, Traverse City, is nestled on the southern shore of West Grand Traverse Bay, and is home to Crooked Tree Arts Center - Traverse City.
Who are the artists?
PGT features artists from across the country, who come via invitation and a competitive application process.
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Artists: How to Participate
Application Closed for 2025. Check back in September 2025 to apply for 2026!
With thanks to our 2025 supporters:
