The Roger Tory Peterson Institute in Jamestown, New York is a living embodiment of the Peterson Field Guide. It is a gateway to the natural area wonders that inspired Roger Tory Peterson to his career as one of the world’s premier artist-naturalists and international ambassador for the protection of nature. With a 27-acre nature preserve of wildflower gardens, pollinator meadows, and mature stands of hemlock trees, the Peterson Preserve is a sanctuary for visitors. To celebrate this and other natural areas in Chautauqua County, RTPI is thrilled to announce our third annual Plein Air Festival.

The Roger Tory Peterson Institute Plein Air Festival is a three-day, open enrollment plein air event in Chautauqua County, New York. Artists will have the opportunity to discover the beautiful natural scenery of Western New York which inspired a young Roger Tory Peterson. Artists may create works at a variety of locations within the area, with suggested locations provided two weeks prior to the festival.

Cost:

Registration Fee: $65 – RTPI members receive a 10% discount on registration. Registration is limited to the first 50 artists.

Schedule Of Events:

Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Artist check-in at RTPI between 10-4pm

Friday, September 13, 2024
All work must be turned in to RTPI with paperwork by 4pm

Saturday, September 14, 2024
10am – 12pm: Judging of works and sponsor preview.
12pm – 5pm: Public “Wet Paint” art show and sale
5pm – 7pm: Closing reception and awards ceremony

Date: September 11-14, 2024

Location:
Roger Tory Peterson Institute
311 Curtis Street
Jamestown, NY 14701

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