For five days, 50 artists compete for the top prizes of cash and prestige as they spread out across the area to paint famous vistas. These “plein air” artists are professionals; many are award winners in multiple competitions.  

There are two opportunities to buy the original art. You are invited to the free “Wet Paint Sales” on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 5-7 pm and on Sunday, Aug. 18, from 1-3 pm. Both sales are held at the waterfront Ocean City Center for the Arts and are free to attend. Every painting is one-of-a-kind and ready to hang.