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Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival Weekend
September 27 @ 10:00 AM - September 29 @ 5:00 PM
Plein Air Down Under – A Celebration of Outdoor Painting
- Dates: 27 – 29 September 2025
- Locations: Mandurah & Pinjarra
- Cost: Free for spectators; artists need to register
Australia’s premier outdoor painting festival, Plein Air Down Under, returns to Mandurah and Pinjarra, bringing together artists and art lovers for a vibrant celebration of creativity! Whether you’re an experienced artist or simply love watching art come to life, this festival offers something for everyone.
Festival Highlights
- Live painting demonstrations by renowned artists
- Scenic day and evening paint-outs
- A two-hour ‘Quick Draw’ competition
- A full day of painting in historic Pinjarra
- Two exhibitions featuring festival artworks
- Free have-a-go painting activities for all ages
- Awards and prizes with over $12,000 in cash and prizes
Pre & Post Festival Activities
Extend the experience with exciting events before and after the festival:
- World Wide Paint Out – 6 Sept, Mandjar Square
- Spirit of the Landscape Exhibition – 6 Sept–12 Oct, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
- Masterclasses with internationally acclaimed artists, including Michele Usibelli (USA), Aaron Schuerr (USA), and Leon Holmes (WA)
- Workshops in watercolour, urban sketching, and acrylic painting
This is your chance to witness Mandurah’s stunning landscapes captured on canvas in real-time!
Find out more & plan your visit