Join us at Happy Valley Farm May 4th for our Spring Plein Air event!

WHEN: May 4, 2024 from 10am-2pm

WHERE: Happy Valley Farm (29080 W. 95th St., De Soto, KS, 66018)

COST: FREE

  • All 2D mediums welcome, but photography will not be included in this event.

  • All ages welcome, though it’s geared towards older students/adults. All artists are welcome, regardless of where you’re from.

  • Bring your own canvas/paper/etc. and all necessary supplies.

  • It’s FREE to participate. Cash prizes of $25, $50, and $100 will be awarded.

  • All judged art will be displayed after the show for up to a few months. Art will be available for pick up after the display.

Day-of-Event Info:

  • Head to Happy Valley Farm (29080 W. 95th St., De Soto, KS, 66018) by 10am. (You can arrive later, but you only have until 2pm to complete your work if you’d like to be entered in the judging.

  • Go to the Arts Council booth with your canvas/paper and get it signed BEFORE starting your work.

  • Your canvas/paper MUST be pre-signed to be considered for a prize!

  • All art is due back to the booth by 2pm to be judged.

  • Judged work will be displayed for up to a few months. Art will be available for pick up after the display.

  • Please plan to bring all of your materials and supplies needed. None will be provided. Remember things like water, hats, sunscreen, bug spray, chairs, easels, etc.

  • Restrooms are available , and food will be available to purchase from food trucks, but you may wish to bring your own lunch.

  • This is a working small farm. The property has a variety of hazards, including, but not limited to live animals, farm equipment, uneven ground, native wildlife, things to trip over, etc. Please use caution as you explore the farm and be respectful of its owners. Please use common sense and do not visit areas that are unsafe or are not suited for your mobility. Neither the De Soto Arts Council nor Happy Valley Farm/its owners are responsible for injury incurred during this event.

  • For more info on the Happy Valley Farm Spring Festival, please visit their Facebook event page.

Event Registration Form

This helps us plan for the event, but please come even if you didn’t get to register!

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