Art Love 2026 Live Painting Competition

Are you an artist who thrives under pressure and loves a creative challenge? Apply now to be part of Art Love 2026—a dynamic live painting competition coming to Summerside!

As part of the lead-up to the Summerside Arts Fest, this exciting event will take place on Sunday, May 31 at The Summerside Shipyard.

In this high-energy competition, selected artists will have just 20 minutes to create an original piece in front of a live audience. With three judges and the crowd voting, the atmosphere is electric as creativity unfolds in real time.

🏆 What’s at stake?

  • A $500 prize for the Summerside winner
  • The opportunity to advance to the Art Love Grand Finale at the Festival Hom’Art on September 12, 2026

Originally launched in 2021, Art Love has become a standout feature of Festival Hom’Art—and now, through the Art Love Tour, semi-final events are being held across the Maritimes to showcase local talent and creativity.

Artist Details:

  • 🎨 Cost: Free to apply (no registration fee)
  • 👤 Eligibility: Ages 18+
  • 📝 Application Deadline: Friday, May 8th
  • 📌 Note: A selection committee will choose participants if applications exceed available spots

This is your chance to create, perform, and connect with a live audience while celebrating the power of visual arts in our community.

👉 Apply now or share with an artist in your network!

Date:

Sun, May 31

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Venue

The Summerside Shipyard

Address

370 Water St, Summerside