Returning for its second year, Plein Air at the Arboretum 2024 is the State Arboretum of Virginia's plein air event. This event is a fundraiser for FOSA, the Foundation of the State Arboretum, and all proceeds will go to FOSA.

NOVA Plein Air Artists is proud and honored to once again partner with Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia in Boyce, VA on this fun, artistic venture.

This four-day event begins on Wednesday, September 18 through Saturday, September 21.

The Arboretum grounds offers 700 acres of picturesque gardens, meadows, lakes and trails, wetland, woodlands, and the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains that surround the arboretum.

Artists can paint on all four days, or choose days and times . Registtration includes 3 stamps (bring your own supports). All
artists should plan to be present on Saturday, September 21 to drop off art work for judging, exhibit, and sale.

We are excited to have the nationally renowned award winning watercolorist Catherine Hillis judge this year's wet paint competition.

Completing the plein event will be a Quick Draw Competition to be judged by award winning plein air artist and 2023 Featured Artist Barbara Harris.
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For more information about the NOVA Plein Air Artists, visit https://www.novapleinair.com