Paint Natomas is a FREE informal gathering for artists of all skill levels to enjoy painting and sketching in our community.  If you've always wanted to try painting outdoors or sketching in your neighborhood, this is a great place to start!  No cost to participate and no registration required.  Bring your own art supplies and pack whatever else you'll need (see suggestions below).  Meet at the designated location and stay as long as you would like.  At the end of the session, those who wish to share are welcome to share their art, talk about their experience, and jump in on the group photo.

Contact us for details on our next 'Paint Natomas' event.  

(For artists under the age of 18, must be accompanied by a parent/guardian throughout the duration of the event.) 

What to Bring (Suggested list)

-Your preferred art supplies

-Sketchbook, canvas, painting surface

-Portable easel, drawing board

-Picnic blanket, chair, stool (many locations will not have tables/benches)

-Water and snacks

-Hat, sunscreen, or layers depending on the weather

What We'll Create

Every event location will explore a different location, including North and South Natomas and other locations that are close to Natomas.  Depending on the location, you might be inspired to paint or sketch:

-Landscape and nature

-Parks and gardens

-Historic Landmarks

-Architecture

-Streetscapes and city scenes

-Public art

-Wildlife

NOTE:  There is no assigned subject-you'll choose what catches your eye at the designated location. 

No.  We're excited to work with artists in Natomas and beyond.  Contact us for details on how to be a part of the emerging art scene in Natomas.  (For artists under the age of 18, please see question below about student work.) 

We're open to hosting artists of all experience levels working in both 2D and 3D and in a wide variety of mediums.  Check out our Gallery to see examples of previous artists/art and performers we've already included in Second Saturday in Natomas. Want to know if you/your work would be a good fit?  Contact us for details. (For artists under the age of 18, please see question below about student work.) 

No. There are no hanging fees for participating in Second Saturday in Natomas and volunteer organizers do not ask for commission.  You will be asked to help support the artist reception by providing something for the snack table (event organizers provide paper goods and bottled water).  Additionally, artists are asked to tip any performing artists and support any food trucks or vendors, etc. if present during the artist reception.  Depending on where you are showing your work, the business hosting you may ask for a small commission (on average between 5-10%) on anything that sells while your work is on display.  Many businesses waive commission.  You'll work out specific details/make agreements directly with the business you are working with.  Contact us for details. (For artists under the age of 18, please see question below about student work.) 

Based on availability and interest, approximately once a year, a show will be dedicated to student work.  Occasionally, 1-2 student artists (under the age of 18) may be invited to participate at other shows.  However, this will depend on space availability, theme of the show, etc.   Generally, all work in a show must be for sale--this requirement may be waived for student work.  If student work is for sale, commission may apply.  Contact us for details or to be added to the interest list for future 'call for student artists' opportunities. 

We're open to hosting performance artists of all experience and styles.  We are volunteer ran and do not have a budget to pay performance artists and we do not condone asking artists to perform for free or for "exposure." We do allow for and encourage attendees to tip performance artists.  Check out our Gallery to see examples of previous artists/art and performers we've already included in Second Saturday in Natomas.  Want to know if you/your performance would be a good fit? Contact us for details. 

Yes.  Contact us for details on how to host artists looking to be a part of the emerging art scene in Natomas.  If you are outside of Natomas, we can help you connect with organizers of other art show happenings in the greater Sacramento area / throughout Northern California.   

There is no cost for a business to participate in Second Saturday in Natomas or to host artists/performers.  You may choose to ask for a small commission on any artwork that sells while work is on display in your business.  You'll work out specific details/make agreements directly with artists. Contact us for details on how to get started.    

We're beginning to explore and experiment with how to add food trucks and vendor booths in the future.  At this time we're primarily focused on artists, performers, and Natomas-based businesses looking to host artists for Second Saturday in Natomas. Contact us to be notified of food truck and vendor opportunities as they become available.
 

Volunteers will be at either the South Natomas Community Center or the North Natomas Regional Park (One Natomas Farmers Market) to share information and help you get started.  You can also learn more here:  Discover creativity in Natomas through a public art crawl Sept. 13 - Sacramento City Express 

REGISTRATION/CHECK IN: 

Participants must come to the Second Saturday in Natomas booth to check in and have their blank art/painting surface (canvas, panel, board, paper, etc.) certified with date and time on the back by booth volunteers. Art/painting surfaces that are not 100% blank will not be certified. Artists may present multiple art/painting surfaces to be certified but only one per artist may be turned in for judging. 

COST:

There is no cost to participate. Bring your own art/painting surface, materials, supplies, and gear. 

TIMELINE:

8:30am: Check-in/register and get canvases/art paper certified by volunteers

8:30-11:30am: Visit/create art anywhere in North Natomas Regional Park

11:30am: Deadline to turn in art to be judged

11:45am: Art judged

12:00pm: Winners announced, prizes distributed, photos taken, art released back to artists

JUDGING: 

Art that has not been submitted by 11:30am will not be judged. Judging decisions are final. 

AWARDS:

Group 1: Over 18 -- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place will be awarded ($25 prize, ribbon)

Group 2: Between 12-18 -- Best under 18 will be awarded ($25 prize, ribbon)

OTHER:

Winners will be announced, awards will be distributed, and photos will be taken immediately after judging results are finalized. Art will then be immediately released back to the artist. Second Saturday in Natomas is not responsible for art that remains in the booth after release time. Information about the winners and winning art/paintings, as well as other artists/art may be shared on social media, websites, etc.

Art must be suitable for all ages (e.g., must be G rated and be free from political or religious content or depictions of nudity, violence, drugs/smoking, etc.). Second Saturday in Natomas reserves the right to disqualify or declare ineligible for competition, and/or remove any entry which is not in the best interest of One Natomas Farmers Market or Second Saturday in Natomas. 

Artists are responsible for their tools, materials, supplies, and other personal property. 

Keep checking back for details or Contact us for additional questions.