Art at the Farm 2026
Information for Artists!
Join us for:
- Plein Air painting at the historic Gilfillan Farm in Upper St. Clair, PA
- Plein Air classes in watercolor, oil, and pastel
- A juried "wet paint" sale of your work, with awards
- A Gala Celebration of the Arts, including:
- A 50/50 raffle
- An art raffle of works by McMurray Art League members
- An auction of a pastel print by Linda Barnicott of the great Bill Mazeroski, signed by Maz!
- Food trucks
- Live music by Bertha and the Belles
On August 6-8, 2026, we have a rare opportunity to paint on the grounds of Gilfillan Farm in Upper St. Clair (next to Westminster Church). Then, on August 8, 6-9 PM there will be a "wet paint" sale of work showing Gilfillan Farm that is completed during a class or previously. The Saturday evening Gala event was a huge hit last year and we're hoping for an even bigger event this year!
Click on the links below for more information and to register for the various events:
- Access to the grounds of Gilfillan Farm for plein air painting August 6-8, 10-4 each day for $40: Plein Air Paint Out on Gilfillan Farm 8/6-8
- Diane Grguras plein air painting in pastel August 6, 10-4 for $65: Diane Grguras, Plein Air Pastel at Gilfillan Farm
- Barry Jeter, plein air painting in watercolor or oil August 7, 10-4 for $65: Barry Jeter, Plein Air Watercolor or Oil at Gilfillan Farm
- David Csont, plein air painting in watercolor August 8, 10-4 for $65: David Csont, Plein Air Watercolor at Gilfillan Farm
- "Wet Paint" juried art exhibit August 9, 6-9 for $20: "Wet Paint" Sale at Gilfillan Farm registration due August 5
- Tickets to the Gala Celebration of the Arts August 9, 6-9 for $5/person (children under 5 free): Art at the Farm - A Community Gala Celebration of the Arts at Gilfillan Farm 8/8 register by 8/5
Note: the plein air paint out will be held rain or shine (there are several porches and a barn in case of rain). No refunds unless we can fill your spot from the waitlist. The lower gate by the garden opens at 9:30 for check-in and parking and closes at 4:30. If you have mobility issues, indicate so during registration and we can accommodate giving you access to the upper gate for drop-off and pick-up. Please observe the off-limits areas on the map you will be provided with on arrival.
The public is invited to view the artists at work.