Art and Heirloom Shoppe

06/11/2026

Generously sponsored by the Leamington Lion’s Cub, the Leamington En Plein Air Painting Competition is an incredible opportunity for all artists to present their En Plein Air paintings at the LAC for a chance to win cash prizes.

This is a juried exhibition. The juror will select the works to be displayed in the exhibition as well as the winner. The juror decisions are final.

This year’s juror is TBD

Awards (Sponsored by the Leamington Lion’s Club)
$1000 of CASH Prizes to be Won!
1st Place: $500 + award certificate
2nd Place: $300 + award certificate
3rd Place: $200 + award certificate
Honourable Mention: award certificate

Mixed or other media, substrates with drawing or sculptural effects are not permitted.
All paintings MUST be completed within the municipal limits of Leamington, Point Pelee, and may include Caldwell First Nations territory within Leamington. Paintings completed in, or depicting other regions will not be accepted.

Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 16, 5pm
Exhibition Opens to the Public: Friday, July 17, afternoon
Reception: Friday, July 31, 6-8pm

For more information: https://leamingtonartscentre.com/leamington-en-plein-air-painting-competition-2026-submission-form/

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

05/22/2026

✨ CONTEST ALERT!! WIN 2 Tickets to the 138th Business Excellence Awards! ✨🏆

Celebrate the outstanding businesses and leaders who make Chatham-Kent shine! Join us on June 4, 2026 at the Chatham Capitol Theatre for an unforgettable evening of recognition and celebration.

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📅 Contest closes: May 29, 2026
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05/22/2026

Welcome to LUVLOCAL, Nora Harvey Artist! 🖌

Originally from Hungary, Nora is an experienced artist based in Windsor. Inspired by her childhood surrounded by Europe's rich artistic history, Nora's work explores nature, the human condition, and meditative thought.

Her art has been featured at Art and Heirloom Shoppe and is now available for you to admire and purchase through LUVLOCAL - see her work by visiting the link in the comments below!

05/20/2026

Welcome to LUVLOCAL, Ruth Reeb! 🎨

You may recognize Ruth’s work from Art and Heirloom Shoppe - bright, colourful paintings and accessories!

An artist for over 40 years, Ruth has honed her style by weaving colour, medium, technique, and a personal narrative into each piece.

See her work on her LUVLOCAL store - link below in the comments!