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Pack your paintbrushes, the Blue Ridge is calling

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From trees and wildflowers to the historic square, paintbrushes will be privy to special locations unique to participating artists during the festival.

Painting by Jo Ridge Kelley

Calling all plein air painters: Registration is open for Burnsville’s Brushstrokes in the Blue Ridge.

Looking for a spectacular change of scenery? Explore Burnsville and Toe River Crafts invites artists to pack their paints + passion and participate in the community’s inaugural five-day plein air festival (happening Tuesday, May 12 through Saturday, May 16).

Registration ($90) includes:

  • Tuesday | Cocktail party
  • Thursday | Optional workshop with Jo Ridge Kelley ($200 per person)
  • Friday | Community dinner + Painting sale
  • Saturday | Quickdraw competition with $350 and $150 prizes.

Hue got this.

Register for the fest

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