Temecula’s 17th Annual Ralph Love Plein Air Competition Starts July 26

The following is a news release from the city of Temecula:

TEMECULA, CA — Local artists are invited to enjoy two weeks of painting scenic Temecula locations in the City of Temecula’s 17th Annual Ralph Love Plein Air Competition from FRI, JUL 26, 2024, through SUN, AUG 11, 2024.

The late Ralph Love painted his masterpieces in his Art Shack art studio in what is now Old Town Temecula. His work is highly collectible, and we honor him and emerging local artistic talent, with this annual competition.

Plein Air artists are invited every year to paint different locations around the City of Temecula during the competition. New to the competition are two youth categories: 13 & Under, and 14 – 17 years of age. Junior artists are encouraged to participate for a chance to win a large prize basket of art supplies! Canvas submissions must be stamped from FRI, JUL 26, 2024, through FRI, AUG 9, 2024, to qualify for judging. Stamps for canvas submissions are available inside the Temecula Valley Museum (28314 Mercedes Street) from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm (closed Mondays).

Artists may choose to paint any of the following locations:
• Old Town Temecula
• Temecula Wine Country
• City of Temecula Parks

All eligible entries will be on display at the Temecula Valley Museum in the Ralph Love Plein Air Exhibition from FRI, AUG 16, 2024, through SUN, SEP 22, 2024.

A public reception with live music and refreshments will be held at the Temecula Valley Museum on FRI, SEP 20, 2024, at 5:30 pm. Competition Awards include Best of Show / City Purchase Award ($500); 1st Place ($200); 2nd Place ($100); 3rd Place ($75); Best of Youth 14 – 17, and Best of Youth 13 & Under categories (art supplies basket). Awards will be announced at the reception.
Plein Air artists may apply online at TemeculaCA.gov/Register and register for activity #9030.201.

There is a non-refundable application fee of $30. For additional information, please contact the Arts & Culture Team at 951-694-6450, or email [email protected].