Paint the Parks: En Plein Air Celebration

About the event

Artists are invited to come out to Wake County parks and preserves to participate in the Paint the Parks: En Plein Air Celebration in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Wake County’s Park, Recreation and Open Space system! Artists can register to paint at a specific park or preserve, adhering to the specific rules of that location, from park opening to 30 minutes before closing on the specified date. The goal is to create a piece that celebrates that location's unique features and beauty. The maximum canvas size for each painting is 16” width x 20” height, but smaller sizes are also welcome. Each artist may submit one painting to the traveling art exhibition* and must drop off their artwork at Beech Bluff County Park by June 15th to be considered. The traveling exhibition will move to different Wake County Parks from July to December. Please note that artists must bring and use their own supplies and set up in a location that does not block access to any facilities. *Depending on the quantity of artwork submitted, the artwork may be subject to a juried review to select which pieces will be included in the traveling art exhibition. Artists will be responsible for framing their work.

Schedule: From Apr 13, 2026 to May 31, 2026 Each Sunday from 8am to 8pm Each Monday from 8am to 8pm Each Tuesday from 8am to 8pm Each Wednesday from 8am to 8pm Each Thursday from 8am to 8pm Each Friday from 8am to 8pm Each Saturday from 8am to 8pm

Duration: 12 hours

Ages: 14 yrs +,