Northwest Lavender
Plein Air Paint Out
Each year, the Northwest Lavender Paint Out takes place where artists can paint in the participating lavender fields of Oregon and Washington and show their work at the art show that is an integral part of the Willamette Valley Lavender Festival.
Each artist can choose when and where to paint during each participating farms' “open-for-artists” hours. Many farms are near world class wineries, are scattered through-out the state and some even have mountains as a backdrop to the lovely purple fields. This is a great venue for first-time “en plein air” painters, so don’t be shy, join us for a great painting adventure!
Registration for the Paint Out is required and will be limited to 225 artists 18 years of age or older. The cost is $45 for the open division and $65 for the professional division. The registration fee covers the submission of up to 3 paintings.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Registration: April 1 — May 31 (or when we hit 225 registrants)
Information on farms goes out: by June 1, 2026
Painting at the lavender farms: between June 8 through July 8, 2026
Artwork drop off date: Thursday, July 9
Artist reception: Friday, July 10th, 5:00 – 7:00 PM, awards announced at 6:00
Festival dates: July 11 — 12
Art pick-up: Sunday, July 12 (evening) & Monday July 13
At The Festival
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Northwest Plein Air Art Show
Chehalem Cultural Center Ballroom | July 11 & 12
See the art that was created during the Northwest Lavender Paint Out, meet the artists, and purchase original art!
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Vendor Marketplace
Our Lavender Festival Marketplace features artisans and creators with unique items that celebrate all things lavender!
Applications for food & craft vendors will open mid-March.
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Youth & Family Activities
We’re excited to be offering family activities in conjunction with the Willamette Valley Lavender Festival and Plein Air Art Show!
Activity schedule announced soon.
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Visit Lavender Farms
The climate in the Pacific Northwest is great for growing all kinds of flowers, including fragrant lavender…some might say our region is on par with France’s famous lavender growing region Provence.
Lavender Northwest’s Oregon Lavender Destinations website has great resources to offer so you can learn more about lavender, it’s applications, how to grow, and where to visit in Oregon.
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Newberg Lavender Trail
In town for the Willamette Valley Lavender Festival and Plein Air Art Show and want even MORE lavender? Plan to explore the local businesses offering specials to celebrate the magic of lavender all through the month of July! Learn more in this guide created by Taste Newberg.
