2023 PAINTING STATIONS

This unique one-on-one experience allows 2023 Florida's Finest Ambassadors to give one on one“coaching” to novice and beginning artists to experience the plein air process. All supplies for the participants
will be provided. 
You will find location descriptions and registration information below. Artist bios are on the "Ambassadors" tab in the menu. Please make sure you note the particular medium (oil or watercolor) that your ambassador works in. This will be the medium you will use in your lesson. 

Apalachicola 
Millpond Pavilion


Paint the picturesque commercial shrimp boats of Apalachicola at this quiet marina pavilion located at the North end of Market Street (468 Market St.) in Apalachicola. 

Featured Artists

Cathy Berse
Christa Friedl
Stewart Jones
Barbara Ortiz

These artists will be at the Mill Pond Pavilion on different days. To view available times and dates please click HERE.

Mexico Beach 
Welcome Center


Paint Mexico Beach's scenic deepwater canal to the Gulf at 102 Canal Parkway.

Note, FCenPA uses Eastern time, not Central time. Plan accordingly!

Featured Artists

Cathy Berse
Christa Friedl
Barbara Ortiz


These artists will be in Mexico Beach on different days. Meet at the Welcome Center at 102 Canal Street. To view available times please click HERE.

Carrabelle
Marine Avenue Pavilion


Perched along the scenic Carrabelle River,
this waterfront pavilion at 701 Marine St. 
is the perfect spot for watching fishing
boats traverse the river on their way
to fishing in the Gulf.


Featured Artists

Stewart Jones
Barbara Ortiz

These artists will be at the Marine Avenue Pavilion on Thursday, March 23. To view available times please click HERE.

St. George Island 
Beach Pavilion


Paint the iconic St. George Island Lighthouse from this beachfront pavilion located at the Lighthouse Park in the center of the public beach on St. George Island. Beachfront vistas and the historic lighthouse are artist favorites.

Featured Artist

Cathy Berse
Christa Friedl
Stewart Jones

These artists  will be at the St. George Island Lighthouse Pavilion on different days. To view available times please click HERE.

Eastpoint 

Marion Millender Park


Paint the beautiful surrounding of this park, located on St. George Sound at Patton Drive and Millender Street adjacent to the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve. This park features lush oak canopies, covered picnic tables and grills. 

Featured Artists

Cathy Berse
Barbara Ortiz

These artists will be in Eastpoint on different days. To view available times please click HERE.

Port St. Joe 
St. Joe Arts 


Paint the sights and sounds of scenic downtown Port St. Joe from this sidewalk venue. It is located at 201 Reid Avenue.

Featured Artists

Cathy Berse
Christa Friedl
Stewart Jones
Barbara Ortiz


These artists will be at The Joe Arts Center on different days. To view available times and dates please click HERE.



These painting station opportunities could not be provided without the support from the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the incredible sponsors who make the event possible! 

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