PORTRAIT PAINTING WITH JOEL (DON’T STOP PAINTING)

About this event

Ever wanted your portrait painted by Joel Mesler? Now’s your chance. Over the past 8 years, Joel Mesler has painted over a thousand portraits. Part performance, a hap-happy-happening, Mesler has created unique opportunities for guests and passersby experience a mini-portrait session at venues such as Independent Art, Levy Gorvy Dayan, and The Mark Hotel, on a ferry, and even at artist Austyn Weiner’s wedding. And now a few folks will get to sit down for a session at Guild Hall. Sign up for a shot at being one of 15 lucky participants selected for a custom portrait during a special one-day event at Guild Hall on Saturday, August 23, from 12–5 PM. Here’s how it works: – Sign up HERE for a chance to be selected. Please make sure to keep your schedule free on August 23 between noon to 5 PM so you are able to fill any spot you may be assigned to. – Those selected will be notified on Friday, August 8 and assigned a time slot. To confirm your reservation, a $250 nonrefundable payment to Guild Hall is required. – Spots are limited — sign up now for your chance to participate! Photo courtesy of Joel Mesler.