Would you like to see dozens of painters creating their art in beautiful surroundings? So would I, and so I did! 

This past Saturday in the quaint town of Ascona Switzerland on Lago Maggiore just a few kilometers from the Italian border I attended:

Pittori in Piazza Ascona 

On a beautiful day, in these surroundings, does inspiration come more easily?

On Saturday July the 15th the 52nd edition of the art show/competition "Pittori in Piazza" could not have had a better day!

As in previous years, many artists from all over Europe showed their talent and skill as they created works of art in the beautiful surroundings of Ascona.

The painting competition began at 9 a.m. in the streets and on the lakeside of Ascona. From 5 to 11 p.m. all the paintings were exhibited at the Piazzale Elvezia and at 6 p.m the best five were awarded prizes between $300 and $700 by a selected jury.

It Was Great to See so Many Artists In One Beautiful Place!

What a great opportunity for all of these artists to meet together!

The artists also "spilled" over into the narrow lane ways of the town in order to find their preferred subject!

This year, for the first time, artists also displayed their crafts, carvings and jewellery!

Artists of the musical kind also made an appearance lead by a very animated conductor!

One last look at Lago Maggiore before saying goodbye!

What do You Think?

• Would you delight in strolling in these surroundings and seeing the artists at work?
• If you're an artist would you enjoy being there?
• Would you find it too difficult to paint with all of the tourists milling about?

I hope that you enjoyed this article about a "Place That Inspires Artists to Show And Create!"

Until next time,

@kus-knee (The Old Dog)

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