43rd Annual Quick Draw

Join us for one of the most exciting and energetic traditions of the Wallowa Valley Arts Festival — the Quick Draw! This lively event invites festival artists to create a finished artwork in just 90 minutes, while guests watch the creative process unfold in real time.

Set in the beautiful gardens of the Mt. Joseph Lodge, the Quick Draw offers a rare opportunity for visitors to see professional artists working on site while enjoying live local music and the stunning Wallowa Mountain setting.

Artists may paint en plein air, from memory, or using reference photos. When time is called, brushes go down and the freshly completed works are quickly framed and displayed for a silent auction. Visitors can bid on the artwork and take their winning piece home that same afternoon.

Award

Best Quick Draw Painting Award – $200

Event Schedule

1:00 – 2:00 PM – Artist setup
1:30 – 3:30 PM – Live local music in the garden
2:00 – 3:30 PM – 90-Minute Quick Draw painting session
3:30 – 3:45 PM – Stop work and framing
4:00 PM – Silent auction bidding closes and buyers take artwork home

Sales

All Quick Draw artwork will be sold through an action packed silent auction during the event!

Commission: 30% on all Quick Draw sales.

Come enjoy an afternoon of art, music, and creativity in one of Joseph’s most beautiful outdoor settings while supporting regional artists.