• Paint the Town 2026

    Paint the Town 2026

    Please complete the form below to register for Paint the Town. By submitting the form you agree to participate in the framework set out by ARTSPLACE. Paint the Town will take place at ARTSPLACE Gallery, Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia, Canada, August 15 & 16, 2026.

  • Dear Artists,

    We're excited for you to join us for this year's updated Paint the Town! Paint the Town is back with its main mission, to raise funds for the arts council, along with a few format tweaks to make the event more flexible and sustainable.


    Please read the information carefully before registering, if you have any questions please get in touch 902-532-7069, admin@arcac.ca. 


    Need help with the form?
    We require that all artists register using this application process. Call us or visit ARTSPLACE and we’ll be happy to assist.

    Key dates:

    • June 27 - Registration deadline (places may fill before the deadline, there will be a waiting list.)
    • August 14 - Artist Meet & Greet at ARTSPLACE.
    • August 15 & 16 - Artists create artwork for auction.
    • August 17-21 - Artwork is for sale in an online auction.


    Event Location

    ARTSPLACE Gallery, 396 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS and in the town of Annapolis Royal.

    What’s Different?

    • Silent auction:
      There will be no Legion venue. All artwork will go into an online auction.
    • Artist location: 
      Choose to participate in-town/outdoor or at-home/studio.
    • Limited spots in both categories:
      50 in-town / 30 at-home - These numbers are based on logistical considerations
    • In-town/outdoor artists:
      You will be creating artwork outdoors in the town just like past events, your art will be dropped off at ARTSPLACE (table display, not a formal exhibition) for public viewing
    • At-home/studio artists:
      You will share your process and artwork online though social media. 
    • Artwork size limit:
      Due to the new format, artwork must be small + shippable (for reference, to fit Canada Post XS–M box and this applies to 2D and 3D work)
    • Artwork production limit:
      Create 1 to 3 works over the weekend for auction
      PLUS: Option for all artists to include 1 extra studio piece in the auction at a "buy-it-now"  - These will be viewable online pre-event.

    Mailing Sold Artwork

    In-town/outdoor artists:

    • Drop your finished pieces at ARTSPLACE over the weekend, ARTSPLACE will arrange collection/mail sold artwork. Artists will be responsible for collecting unsold art after the event. 

    At-home/studio artists:

    • You will be responsible for shipping sold auction artwork, ARTSPLACE will reimburse up to a maximum amount (see note about size limits). 

    All artists:

    • All artists will be responsible for mailing their sold studio work. ARTSPLACE will reimburse up to a maximum amount.

     

    Who can participate?

    • Open to individual artists from amateur to professional (some experience expected)
    • Must be 19+ years old
    • Must reside in Canada
    • Artists may work in any subject, and almost any medium - Painting, drawing, sculpture, fibre, printmaking, collage, etc. (not photography, or reproductions of original work)

     
    Shared events & meals

    All artists:

    • Meet & Greet: Friday, Aug 14, 6PM–8PM, ARTSPLACE
      Complimentary tea/coffee/snacks available both days for all registered artists, upstairs at ARTSPLACE.


    In-town/outdoor artists:

    • Breakfast - Sat & Sun, 8–10AM at St George and St Andrew United Church, across the road from ARTSPLACE.
    • Bagged lunches - Order forms will be sent once registration closes.

    Artist supper

    • We will not be providing supper this year. Registered artists will be given details regarding dinner options while in Annapolis Royal.

    Cost to register for the weekend

    ARCAC members get a $10 discount on the registration fee

    • In-town/outdoor artists $60 includes Friday night meet & greet, Saturday & Sunday breakfasts, coffee/tea & snacks
    • At-home/studio artists $45 includes Friday night meet & greet, coffee/tea & snacks

     

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  • About you

    Information for event promotion. Poor quality images may result in your application not being accepted. 
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  • Social Media

    Artists are encouraged to have a social media presence to participate. Please list your profiles or include links below.
  • I agree to follow the Social Media/Promotion Guidelines set out by ARTSPLACE*

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  • Artist category

  • I am registering as:*
  • Note: In-town/outdoor artists - You are agreeing to participate in the event fully, and be visible to the public in the town of Annapolis Royal.*
  • Note: At-home/studio artists - You are agreeing to participate in the event fully, and be visible to the public via social media engagement through Instagram/Facebook.*

  • Artist Meet & Greet

    All artists are invited to join us at ARTSPLACE for music and social, RSVP required.
  • I will attend the Friday, August 14 Meet & Greet*
  • I would like to bring a guest ($15, one guest per artist) to the Friday, August 14 Meet & Greet*

  • Lunch

    For in-town/outdoor registered artists only - Pre-paid (An order form will be sent to in-town/outdoor artists after registration closes).

  • Accommodation

    In-town/outdoor registered artists may request to billet with one of our members (room and access to kitchen/bathroom, no meals).
  • I would like to be billeted (room and access to washroom/kitchen, no meals)*
  • If you are requesting a place to stay, please select all that apply:*

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  • Auction artwork

    The art you create over the weekend
  • Please select the % of your artwork sales you wish to donate to the organisation*
  • The retained % is a cash donation to the organisation. Please select if you would like a tax receipt for your donated portion of sales (applicable for amounts over $25).*

  • Optional studio artwork

    For inclusion in the auction, sold as Buy-it-Now, regular sale, 70/30 split. Artists will be contacted before the auction for information.
  • All artists: I will submit ONE studio piece for sale alongside the artwork I create over the weekend. Maximum size 14.5” x 10” x 4”.*

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  • Agreement and Payment

    Thank you!

  • ARTSPLACE Gallery Box 534, 396 St. George St. Annapolis Royal, NS, Canada / artsplace@arcac.ca / 902-532-7069

    Registered Charity Number: 11878 7506 RR0001

  • Photo Release

    As a Paint the Town Artist Participant I agree to grant to ARCAC / ARTSPLACE and its authorized representatives permission to record on photography film and/or video, pictures of my participation at Paint the Town.

    I further agree that any or all of the material photographed may be used, in any form, as part of any future publications, brochure, or other printed materials used to promote ARCAC / ARTSPLACE, and further that such use shall be without payment of fees, royalties, special credit or other compensation.

    Participation

    I understand that this is a weekend event, and agree to participate for both days as outlined in the event details. 

  • The fee is non-refundable and covers the full weekend. ARCAC Members - Enter coupon code ARCAC10 and click "Apply" to claim your $10 discount on the registration fee*

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