Plein Air 2024:
September 20th – 27th, 2024
Presented by the Boler Company in Honor of Rod Hanna
In acknowledgment of his years of service, creativity, and leadership at SAM as an esteemed Founder, multi-term Board President, exhibiting and contributing artist, and current collections and exhibit committees member, the 2024 SAM Plein Air Event has been designated in honor of Rod Hanna.
He continues to inspire us at SAM every day!
Paint the Yampa Valley fall splendor offering landmark ranches, alpine and river vistas, historic towns and exclusive painting sites. Three unique sales events: Kick-Off Quick Draw at the popular Farmers Market, Sunset Preview Reception, and Opening Reception and Awards.
Exhibit and sale in the Steamboat Art Museum through November 2, 2024. Limited to 50 artists. Non-juried with professional and open categories. Early registration and museum membership discounts available.
Plein Air 2024 Schedule
Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024
- Quick Draw and Sale at the Farmer’s Market (7th and Yampa)
- 9:00 – 11:00am – Artists Paint
- 11:30am – 1:00pm – Painting Sale
Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024
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Artists Paint the Mountain (Steamboat Resort)
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All Day
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Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024
- Sunset Reception at Yampa River Botanic Park (1000 Pamela Ln)
- 4:30 – 6:30pm – General Admission
- Purchase tickets here
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024
- Discussion with Suzie Baker at SAM (807 Lincoln)
- 12:30 – 1:30pm – General Admission
Friday, Sept. 27, 2024
- Opening Reception, Awards and Sale at SAM (807 Lincoln)
- 4:00 – 5:00pm – Early Admission for Donors
- 5:00 – 8:00pm – General Admission
Click the button below to read the 2024 Plein Air Press Release.
2024 Plein Air Judge and Featured Artist
Plein Air 2024 Sunset Reception at the Yampa River Botanic Park
Tuesday, September 24, 4:30-6:30:
Meet the 2024 Steamboat Plein Air artists and preview their work. It’s a perfect opportunity for an early purchase of one of the beautiful plein air paintings by one of the 50 amazing artists joining us this year. Enjoy food, drink, and inspiration all in the spectacular sunset setting of Yampa River Botanic Park! Click the button below for tickets!
Thank You to Our Sponsors
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Presenting Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors
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SAM Plein Air Sponsorship
Your 2024 Plein Air Sponsorship gives SAM the opportunity to recognize your support throughout the year. Your generosity will be highlighted during Plein Air 2024 week, on event advertising, promotional materials, newsletters, website, social media, and signage at all Plein Air 2024 events according to your level of support. 8,000 guests visit Plein Air events, including “Quickdraw" at the Farmers Market (Sept 21), Sunset Reception (Sept 24), the Plein Air Opening (Sept 27), and exhibit September 30th – Nov 2, 2024!
We invite you to consider supporting SAM with a 2024 Plein Air Sponsorship at any level.
To view the full 2024 Plein Air Sponsorship Brochure, click the button below.
