April 2, 2018

Plein Air in Boyce Thompson Arboretum
(Juried Exhibition & Art Sale 2018)

Was accepted into this show!

This exhibition spotlights paintings completed outdoors or 'en Plein air.' Landscapes, flora, and fauna of the Sonoran desert are celebrated! Also, expect to see familiar garden scenes painted on location or inspired by vistas and the gardens themselves at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen
Who's There. 9x12. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen.

Juried Exhibition & Art Sale

This event is open to the general public. Admission fees apply.

  • Adult admission ($12.50)
  • Children under 12 ($5.00)
  • Children under 5 (free)

Dates

April 1 - April 30, 2018

Mission San Xaxier del Bac, original pasetel by Christy Olsen
Mission San Xaxier del Bac. 12x16. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen.

About the Host
Tucson Pastel Society (TPS)

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

Juror

Maurice Sevigny
Former Professor and Dean of Fine Arts at the University of Arizona

About the Visitor Center Gallery

This exhibition will be in the visitor center of the Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. The Boyce Thompson Arboretum is the largest and oldest botanical garden in Arizona. It is one of the oldest botanical institutions west of the Mississippi.

Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Location

Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park Visitor Center
37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior, Arizona 85173

Hours

Daily (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Sale

Artwork may be purchased during the show but must stay hung throughout the exhibition.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 689-2723