Capturing the heart of Monaghan outdoors
Monaghan Plein Air is an annual painting festival held every August, attracting artists from all corners of the country. Our mission is to showcase the breathtaking beauty of County Monaghan and foster a love for plein air painting. We welcome everyone, from seasoned professionals to those eager to try painting outdoors for the first time.
Lough Muckno Park, Castleblaney
Saturday, August 8th 2026
Lough Muckno park
Lough Muckno is a large, scenic lake, surrounded by wooded shoreline, islands, wetlands and open parkland. Its vast beauty, ever changing light, shimmering waters, the old Hope Castle make it an excellent location this year for plein air painting.
Castleblaney combines the natural beauty of the lake with the charm of a vibrant market town right outskde the gates of Muckno. Painters can enjoy relaxed cafes, bustling street scenes, historic architecture, and changing views that offer inspiration from morning coffee through to evening light
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Special Guest Workshop
Kieran Guckian
Painting the landscape outside is central to Kieran's practice, capturing in real time the light and feeling of places that inspire him .
Kieran reached the final of Landscape of the year in 2025 where the three finalists painted Stonehedge.
www.kieranguckian.art
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2025 Festival Highlights
Get in touch
monaghanpleinair@gmail.com
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