Community Opportunities
Your up-to-date resource for:
Members' upcoming art shows, receptions, and presentations
News from other Minnesota and regional arts organizations
Invitations to paint or exhibit
Calls for artwork submissions
Please note, these are not OPM-sponsored activities, but rather a resource for Minnesota plein air artists.
Exhibits of OPM Members’ Paintings
Between Two Continents
Kar-Keat Chong
Dates: Sept 1 - October 24
Location: Kaddatz Galleries, 111 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Public Reception: Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Viewing Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM; Thursday from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM (Closed Sunday and Monday)
This new show of intricate watercolor work explores Kar-Keat Chong’s experiences, cultural connections, and influences across different continents and features sprawling 54” x 15” watercolor skyline views of Minneapolis and George Town, Penang, among many other pieces on display.
Kar-Keat is a Minneapolis-based artist celebrated for his urban sketches and architectural watercolor cityscapes. He was recently highlighted in the Minnesota Star Tribune's must-see listfor the Minnesota State Fair fine arts exhibition.
Call for Art & Competitions
None listed - Please use the Opportunity Submission Form to share your opportunity with us.
Additional Paint-Outs in Minnesota
The following paint-out opportunities are organized through OPM members, but not managed by OPM. Please contact the listed coordinator for more information, with questions, or to participate.
None listed - Please use the Opportunity Submission Form to share your paint-out with us.