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Founded in 1986, PAPA is a fellowship of professional artists dedicated to the historic tradition of painting directly from life. Whether working outdoors or in the studio, PAPA members carry forward this tradition by exploring and responding to the timeless beauty that surrounds us all.
Experience this beauty by perusing the artworks of our members reproduced on our site. Better yet, bring timeless beauty into your life by attending PAPA workshops and exhibitions, including our upcoming exhibition of plein-air paintings at the Art Association of Jackson, Wyoming, described below. It's a great time of year to be in the Tetons! To learn more about PAPA exhibits and sales, as well as shows by PAPA Signature Members, go to our current newsletter.
On Location with the Plein Air Painters of Americagoes on view in the Artspace Gallery at the Art Association of Jackson Hole, August 27 through September 6, 2010. Fifty plein-air paintings by PAPA Signature Members will be for sale. A reception starting at 5:30 pm takes place on Friday, September 3. Inhale fabulous mountain air and bring some sunshine into your life! (above: Ralph Oberg, Along the Yellowstone, oil, 11x14)
American Legacy: Our National Parksbegins traveling this fall under the auspices of Smith Kramer Exhibition Services. To view the schedule, please go to the Press Room. More than 100 paintings by 35 PAPA Members and Guest Artists document parks stretching from coast to coast and border to border. Paintings in the exhibition are found on each member's web page under the heading American Legacy.
Ray Robert's Vermilion Cliffs (left), which is found along the Old Spanish National Historic Trail, is a part of the exhibition. All of the artworks are for sale. The entire exhibition is viewable at The Haggin website, with prices. Inquiries about purchases should be made to Kylee Denning at The Haggin Museum, 209.940.6333,
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A 92-page color catalog illustrates all the artworks in the exhibition ($20). Learn about the unique qualities that brought the sites into the National Park system and each artist's experiences in painting their chosen park. An essay by Jean Stern, executive director of the Irvine Museum, provides a historical overview of artists whose paintings persuaded Congress to preserve these landscapes of exceptional drama and beauty. For purchase information, contact Patty Huntley at The Haggin Museum's bookstore (209.940.6319).
For information about workshops taught by PAPA Members, please visit our Member Workshops section!
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