First Brush of Spring Returning to New Harmony

WNIN | By John Gibson

Published April 14, 2026 at 11:17 AM CDT

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An artist paints during a previous First Brush of Spring event in New Harmony, IN

New Harmony will host the First Brush of Spring art event April 22 to April 25

Artists will converge on New Harmony later this month to paint. WNIN’s John Gibson has details:

The First Brush of Spring returns to New Harmony April 22^nd through the 25^th.
Artists from across the region will take part in what’s known as “plein air" painting.

More than 130 artists are expected to paint live, capturing New Harmony’s architecture, landscapes, and spring blooms.

An artist paints at a previous First Brush of Spring event in New Harmony, IN

The event includes a judged competition with cash awards, a “Field to Finish” exhibit showcasing the artistic process, and an art sale on the final day of the event.

The sale will be held from 8:30 to 11:30 AM at

The Mews at Church and Brewery Streets in New Harmony.

More information and artist registration is available here.

Artists display their paintings at a previous First Brush of Spring event in New Harmony, IN