The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out
The Torbay Paint Out series is returning! Three years after our first event in Paignton, we are pleased to announce The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out!
Building upon the legacy of the Art on Your Doorstep trail, this weekend is all about getting art out into the open, celebrating our coastal landscape, and honouring two of our most iconic heritage landmarks - the rich history of Torre Abbey and the future restoration of the Pavilion.
On Saturday, walk the Plein Air Artist Trail to see ten professional artists at work on location between Torre Abbey and The Pavilion, inviting you to see our familiar surroundings through fresh, creative eyes.
On Sunday, the creative energy moves to the Abbey’s upper meadow. Bring your preferred materials for our community Mass Paint Out, featuring live still life and movement setups across the landscape alongside free art packs for families. For those wanting a challenge, we’re also hosting Torbay's first formal Plein Air Art Competition, tasking artists of all levels and mediums with a strict four-hour timed window to create new works capturing Torre Abbey and its surroundings.
Whether you are an established professional or just want to get outdoors and have a go, everyone is welcome.
EVENTS
Day 1: Artist Trail - Saturday 5th, 10:30-16:00 - Discover a heritage trail brought to life through the eyes of artists, from Torquay Train Station to Torquay Pavilion, via the grounds of Torre Abbey. https://www.facebook.com/events/1584134733366536/
Free event
Day 2: Mass Paint Out - Sunday 6th, 10:00-16:00 - Take part in a celebration of creative community and join the Mass Paint Out on Torre Abbey's Upper Meadow.
Free event
Day 2: Plein Air Art Comp - Sunday 6th, 10:00-17:00 - Torbay's first plein air art competition. Set in the stunning Torre Abbey grounds, there's loads to be inspired by, with a cash price, professional judges and youth categories. https://www.art-hub.co.uk/events-1/the-torbay-plein-air-comp
Ticketed from £12
The Great Torre Abbey Paint Out is a celebration of Torquay heritage and two of our best loved historic sites, Torre Abbey and Torquay Pavilion. The event is organised by Torre Abbey, Torquay Pavilion Creative Engagement Group, and Artizan Collective.
