Chautauqua-Wawasee in Collaboration with NIPAA Present

2025 Summer Plein Air Events

Commissioned Lake House/Syracuse Scenes Painted for You | May 23-24

Syracuse residents, if you would like a special commissioned piece of your lake house, cottage, or favorite lake/Syracuse scene, 20 artists will be available to paint these commissioned art pieces during the Chautauqua Plein Air Paint Out on May 23-24.

Contact: Dave Broerman at northernindianapleinair@gmail.com
Deadline: May 1st for cost and complete details.

11th Annual Wawasee Arts Festival & Plein Air Art Demonstration and Sale

Come and see a live demonstration of Chautauqua Plein Air Artists at the 11th Annual Wawasee Fine Arts Festival on the grounds of Oakwood Resort on Saturday, May 24, from 9 AM – 4 PM.

At the conclusion of the Art Festival:

NIPAA will award prizes
The sale of Plein Air Art pieces starts after 4 PM

Plein Air Workshop | May 28-30

Location: Each day will be a different location around Lake Wawasee and Syracuse Lake
Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Instructors: Award-winning Plein Air Artist Mary Ann Davis, assisted by David Broerman, founder of NIPAA
Cost: $300
Register HERE

Equipment, paint, canvases, and lunch provided
Limited to 12 participants

Chautauqua-Wawasee and the Northern Indiana Plein Air Artists Association are collaborating to offer a three-day Plein Air Workshop from May 28-30.

Plein Air is the act of painting outdoors, capturing landscapes directly onto canvas at the location of the scene. This workshop will focus on creating stunning landscapes, featuring:

Live demonstrations
Personal painting time with one-on-one coaching
Topics Covered:
- Linear perspective
- Creating thumbnail sketches
- Composition choice
- Palette and local color selection
- Underpainting and finishing techniques

About Award-Winning Plein Air Artist Mary Ann Davis

Mary Ann Davis enjoys the challenge of painting on location and is recognized as one of Indiana’s premier Plein Air painters. Her paintings, known for their emphasis on color and atmosphere, have been featured in:

Plein Air Magazine
American Art Review
Pastel Journal
Southwest Art Magazine
Two Painting Indiana books

Davis exhibits widely, winning top awards, and is known as an exceptional artist and instructor. She is a signature member of:

American Impressionist Society
MidAmerica Pastel Society
Plein Air Artists Colorado
Chicago Pastel Painters

Having achieved the prestigious title of Indiana Artisan, her work can be seen at the Indiana Artisan Gallery in Carmel and the Brown County Art Guild in Nashville.

Free Wednesday Evening Paint Outs at Lake Wawasee | 6 – 8:30 PM

Dates: June 4, 11, 18, 25 & July 2, 9, 16, 23

Are you a beginner landscape painter looking to try Plein Air painting? Or a seasoned painter wanting to paint with others? Join David Broerman and fellow artists to paint in and around Wawasee and Syracuse.

Meet-Up Location:
Wawasee Fine Arts Gallery at South Shore Social at 6 PM, then relocate to the painting location.

What to Expect:

David Broerman will assist beginners and provide helpful painting tips
Limited Plein Air equipment available for participants to use
Sessions are free

Click HERE for more information.

Join Us for an Incredible Summer of Plein Air Art!

Whether you’re looking for a custom painting, a live art experience, or a hands-on workshop, there’s something for everyone at the 2025 Summer Plein Air Events.

Questions? Contact: northernindianapleinair@gmail.com

Follow Chautauqua-Wawasee and NIPAA for updates and announcements!

Call for Artists: 11th Annual Chautauqua-Wawasee Fine Arts Festival

Chautauqua-Wawasee is now accepting applications for the 11th Annual Chautauqua-Wawsee Fine Arts Festival at Oakwood Resort in Syracuse, Indiana. This juried festival provides artists with an exceptional opportunity to showcase their work, connect with art enthusiasts, and enjoy a day dedicated to creativity in a beautiful park setting.

Application Details

Booth Space: 12’x12’ (Tent is 10′ x 10′) – $125 per space
Application/Jury Fee: $25 per medium
Early Bird Discount: $100 per space + $25 application/jury fee if submitted prior to April 1, 2025
Pre-Juried Artists: If you were juried in a previous Wawasee Fine Arts Festival and are displaying the same medium, you will be considered pre-juried. Only juried artwork may be exhibited.

Festival & Setup Details

Event Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Festival Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Oakwood Resort, Syracuse, Indiana

Artist Set-Up Information

Saturday, May 24: Set-up begins at 6:00 AM. Booths must be fully set up by 8:30 AM.
Early Set-Up: Available on Friday, May 23, from 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Please adhere to these times due to other events at Oakwood.
Vehicle Policy: Artists may drive up to their booth for set-up and tear-down, but vehicles must be moved off the lawn by 8:45 AM.

Sales & Artist Responsibilities

Artists handle all their own sales and must comply with state and local sales tax regulations.
White tents are preferred but not required.
Special needs requests will be considered but are not guaranteed.

Weather, Cancellations & Festival Policies

The festival takes place rain or shine.
No security is provided for Friday night setup.
No access to electricity is available.
Cancellations Policy:
- Must be submitted in writing (via mail or email).
- Cancellations before May 9, 2025, will receive a 50% refund.
- No refunds will be issued for weather, local authority decisions, or acts of God.

Additional Support

Volunteer booth sitters will be available for short-term breaks.

How to Apply

Spaces are limited, so artists are encouraged to apply early!

📄 Download the application and full details HERE.

Join us for a fantastic day celebrating fine art in a beautiful lakeside setting!

Tag Archive for: Art Community

Posts