Wet Paint Live, Vermont announces cash prizes, extended deadline

Springfield will be captured on canvas and paper by artists of all ages and skill levels during Wet Paint Live, Vermont, held Saturday, Oct. 10. The deadline for artist registration has been extended to Sept. 30.
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Wet Paint Live, Vermont announces cash prizes, extended deadline Sep 08, 2015 Photo by: Courtesy Rebecca (Becky) Tucker of Springfield poses with her "plein air" painting supplies while capturing a scene along the Wet Paint Live, Vermont "painting loop." The public is invited to view artists as they paint Saturday, Oct. 10 in Springfield. SPRINGFIELD — Springfield, Vermont will be captured on canvas and paper by artists of all ages and skill levels during Wet Paint Live, Vermont, held Saturday, Oct. 10, rain or shine. The deadline for artist registration has been extended to Sept. 30. Whether a serious painter or someone who paints for relaxation and fun, you are invited to pick a spot along an outdoor “Painting Loop” that offers views of the Black River, Comtu Falls, historic factory buildings and views of Springfield town. The “painting loop” will be marked with sidewalk stencils for the public and artists to follow. Starting at 8 a.m., there will be a “walk-about” of the “painting loop” for artists starting at Great Hall Public Art Showcase, One Hundred River Street in Springfield. Check-in for artists will start at 9 a.m. at the Great Hall. Painting begins at 10 a.m. and goes until 2:30. Artists may pre-register by using the mail-in registration form found on www.wplvermont.com along with $15 by September 30, (extended from the date found on the website). Starting at 3:30 p.m., the public is invited to enjoy the completed paintings, judging, sale and reception free of charge. Prizes are: “Best in Show, Professional” ($150) and “Best in Show, Emerging” ($75), “People’s Choice,” Professional ($75) and Emerging ($50) Young Artists below age 18 will also receive recognition: Best in Show, Youth, 13-18 ($25); Best in Show, Youth 12 and under: ($25). People’s Choice in both youth categories will receive recognition. According to the event judge Robert Carsten, PSA-M, “an artist would be considered professional if he or she “receives all or some income from painting.” Emerging is defined as “an aspiring artist, adult student or one who paints for fun.” Artists Jamie Townshend and Matt Chinian will demonstrate their plein air styles through the day. Wet Paint Live is organized by a committee that sprang out of a community effort to strengthen Springfield as an arts destination. The event is made possible through donations and sponsorships. For more information and to receive the registration form, map, and guidelines by mail, call Nancy Lanoue at (802) 885-6156 or e-mail her with your mailing address at nlanoue@comcast.net, subject line, WPL.