Annunciation en Plein Air

For the first time ever, we are excited to host a plein air event this fall on our new property at Annunciation in Saint James, MO! Organized by our very own Patricia Burmeister, this is a creative day of art education, painting, picnicking, and enjoying both artwork and good company. Register below by September 20th!

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What is Plein Air?

It’s a French term that means painting in the open air. In the art world, it refers to painting outdoors, where you get to directly experience the changing natural light and atmospheric conditions.

All Art Mediums Welcome

You bring the art supplies for your desired medium and your skills (from basic to advanced), and we’ll provide general guidance on creating artwork plein air.

All Ages Welcome

Each child under twelve years of age will need a parent to accompany them (one adult per child). This will ensure good supervision and safety for all.

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The cost of registration includes: • An Artist Info Packet, with detailed information for the day and some useful art-related surprises • A two-hour Plein Air Art Class, led by Patty Burmeister (who is a former art teacher, experienced watercolor artist, and parishioner at Annunciation) • A sack lunch and bottle of water • Artwork framing guidance and constructive art critique session
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Location:

Annunciation Orthodox Church
14092 Annunciation Hill
Saint James, MO 65559

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$20 Registration Fee Includes:

• An Artist Info Packet, with detailed information for the day and some useful art-related surprises.
• A two-hour Plein Air Art Class, led by Patty Burmeister (a former art teacher, experienced watercolor artist, and parishioner at Annunciation).
• A sack lunch and bottle of water.
• Artwork framing guidance and constructive art critique session.

 

Paintings to be Showcased at Fall Retreat

The artwork created during this event will be displayed for all to enjoy on Sunday, October 26, 2025, during our parish’s Fall Spiritual Retreat. Artists may choose to sell their artwork for profit, or to sell their artwork with proceeds being donated towards Annunciation’s Building Fund, or to list their artwork as NFS (Not for Sale).

 

 

2025 Annunciation Plein Air Rules, Considerations, and Expectations

• All artwork will be done entirely on the church grounds, “en plein air”.

• Artists must stay within church property boundaries (the mowed area). Permission must be granted to be access the surrounding properties.

• Artists will clean up after themselves, leaving the grounds free from litter.

• Each child under the age of 12 needs to be accompanied by an adult (one child per adult). This helps ensure proper supervision and safety.

• No pets are allowed.

• All artwork presented at the Fall Retreat may be photographed and reproduced for promotion by the church.

• All work must be checked in and properly framed by 4:00pm:

  • Frames must use a wire hanger; no sawtooth hangers.
  • A list of needed supplies will be provided upon registration.
  • Framing assistance will be provided at the event as needed.

• All artists will have the opportunity to see their Plein Air artwork on display at Annunciation’s Fall Spiritual Retreat on October 26th. Artists may choose to sell their artwork for profit, or to sell their artwork with proceeds being donated towards Annunciation’s Building Fund, or to list their artwork as NFS (Not for Sale).