The Howard County Arts Council's annual plein air paint-out is fun for artists and spectators alike! Over the course of the weekend, juried artists will set up their easels throughout Ellicott City’s historic district to capture the town’s picturesque charms as they vie for nearly $10,000 in juror awards. Community artists are invited to join the fun as part of Open Paint, which takes place concurrently. The event culminates in an exhibit of the juried artists' work at the Howard County Center for the Arts.

The Paint It! Ellicott City 2023 Plein Air Paint-Out is free for spectators. Registration for Open Paint is $10.

Schedule: June 8-11 - Paint-out in Historic Ellicott City | June 12, 6-8pm - Reception & awards ceremony at HCCA | June 12 - August 5 - Paint It! Ellicott City 2023 juried exhibition on view at HCCA. Paint It! Ellicott City 2023 Open Paint Exhibit at Howard County Welcome Center: Tuesday, June 15 - August 20, with reception on June 20, 6-8pm.