Hermann Mo
Plein Air

Artists Paint Sunday, June 8, 2025
through Friday, June 13, 2025.

Judging and Art Sale
Saturday, June 14, 2025.

2025 Theme: “The Road Less Traveled”

Experience the rolling hills and vineyards of Hermann during the third annual Hermann Plein Air Festival. Artists of every age and every skill level are invited to paint at approved painting locations from Sunday, June 8, 2025 through Friday, June 13, 2025.

On the evening of Saturday, June 14, 2025, artists are invited to participate in an Art Judging and Art Sale at the Historic Festhalle on First Street in Hermann.

New for 2025: Riverfront Paintout with Judging and Reception at The Blank Canvas, Mid-Week Gathering at the Gallery at the Library, and Final Art Sale and Judging in lieu of auction.

  • Paint Hermann

    Paint anytime between Sunday, June 8, 2025 through Friday, June 13, 2025.

    Artwork for Plein Air Judging and Art Sale are due Friday, June 13, 2025 by 7 p.m.

    New for 2025: Riverfront Paintout with Judging and Reception at The Blank Canvas, Mid-Week Gathering at the Gallery at the Library, and Final Art Sale and Judging in lieu of auction.

    2025 Theme: “The Road Less Traveled”

    Host lodging is available for participating artists traveling from more than 50 miles upon request (weekdays only).

    Artists: Join the Hermann Mo Plein Air Facebook Group to share photos of the event and follow along with other participating artists!

  • Registration

    Hermann Plein Air is for artists of all ages and all skill levels.

    $40 registration fee

    T-shirts are available for $10.

    Prior to painting your canvas, you must check in at Old Vine Kitchen Emporium at 210 Schiller Street (Saturday through Friday) to pick up your artist packet and to get your canvas stamped.

    All artwork entered into the Art Judging and Sale must be event-generated and stamped. Each artist can submit up to three entries.

    Should an artwork sale occur outside of the designated Judging and Art Sale, the artist is required to pay 30% of the sale to the Hermann Arts Council. Failure to comply will result in ineligibility to participate in future Hermann Arts Council events.

  • Judging and Art Sale

    Saturday, June 14, 2025

    On the afternoon of June 14th, artists are invited to participate in an Art Judging and Art Sale at the Historic Festhalle on First Street.

    All artwork entered into the Art Judging and Sale must be event-generated and stamped. Each artist can submit up to three entries.

    Three winners will be selected. The first place winner will receive $1,000, second place $500, and third place $250.

    The Hermann Arts Council will retain the painting of the First Place Winner at the Art Sale.

    70% of the Art Sale proceeds will be awarded to the artist and 30% of the proceeds will be donated to the Hermann Arts Council.

    Should an artwork sale occur outside of the designated Art Judging and Art Sale, the artist is required to pay 30% of the sale to the Hermann Arts Council. Failure to comply will result in ineligibility to participate in future Hermann Arts Council events.

    Hermann Mo Plein Air entries for judging cannot be entered into the Hermann Poster Contest.

Enhance your skills, receive recognition for your art, and experience the vineyards, history, and rolling hills of Hermann.

Hermann Plein Air is for artists of all ages and all skill levels.

Registration is $40 per artist.
T-shirts are available for $10.

Artist Registration Form

Sponsorship Opportunities

$100 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

$250 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Sale

$500 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Sale

$1,000 Sponsor

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Sale

$2,500 Business Choice Award Sponsor  
(business chooses award winner)

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Sale 

Business Receives Painting

Art Auction Party In-Kind Sponsorship

Recognition on Plein Air Website Landing Page
with link to business page

Recognition on Social Media

Recognition on Signage at Art Sale

 

Become a Sponsor

This event is made possible because of supportive local businesses and sponsors like you. We hope you consider being a part of the 2025 Hermann Mo Plein Air.

If interested in sponsoring the 2025 event, please fill out the form below and we will be in contact soon.