Steelville Arts Council (STARCO) is proud to present the 3rd annual HSPA retreat. Over the past 12 years STARCO has hosted the annual Plein Air event in the Steelville area featuring artists from around the Midwest. We are excited to share the details of our 3rd High School Plein Air with your school.
The students will learn the fundamentals of plein air painting, working with mentors and guest artists each day. The event will take place from 9am on Friday May 31st, 2024, through 4pm on Sunday June 2nd, 2024. The High School Plein Air will be hosted at the Mound Ridge Retreat Center (moundridge.org).
We are asking the art teachers in the surrounding area high schools to share with art students and invite them to participate in this weekend-long event. Our goal is a total of 15 to 20 students. We invite art teachers to attend as well.
Following are the requirements for those students selected:
The cost for the retreat is $500 per student, which will be taken care of by the Steelville Arts Council. However, a deposit of $50 will be required to reserve the students spot. This deposit will be refunded on Sunday at the reception to everyone who participated Friday through Sunday.
We at STARCO are very excited to offer this opportunity to up and coming youth artists in the community. Our ongoing mission is to promote arts in our community through awareness, appreciation, education, and support; creating a connection between artists and audiences to enrich the quality of life for all. We appreciate your support in this endeavor.
Please contact Christine Smailys at christines7andmain@att.net or 816-225-5351 or Robin Adkins at radkins8@sbcglobal.net or 314-724-0316 with any additional questions.