In 2026, Pacific Northwest Plein Air in the Columbia River Gorge embraces the green hills and wildflowers of Spring!

Call for Artists OnlineJuriedShows Deadline: Monday, December 8, 2025, at midnight

Paint Out Dates April 27 – April 30, 2026

The Juror for the event is Ray Roberts (Workshop Friday, May 1, 2026) 9am-4pm (details to come)

Show will be juried Saturday, May 2 with a Public Reception Saturday Evening May 2 5-7 p.m.

Overall exhibit dates are April 27 through May 30, 2026 (Memorial Day)

Awards:

• AWARDS
• 1) First Place
• 2) Second Place
• 3) Third Place
• 4–7) Four (4) Honorable Mentions
• 8) Best Sky
• 9) Best Mountain
• 10) Best Water
• 11) Best Cultural Element
• 12) Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Award
• 13) Friends of the Columbia Gorge Award (chosen by Friends of the Columbia Gorge)
• 14) Maryhill Award (chosen by museum staff)
• 15) Museum Purchase Award(s) (chosen by museum staff)

Maryhill Museum of Art 35 Maryhill Museum Drive Goldendale, WA 98620-4601 509.773.3733

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. daily (MAP)

Please contact Steve Grafe at the museum if you have any questions: Steve@maryhillmuseum.org

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