Arts in the Parks

The Wyoming Arts Council partners with Wyoming State Parks to hold various arts activities in State Parks across the state throughout the year. Plein Air in the Parks is a painting and drawing competition event that happens twice a year that pairs talented artists with beautiful locations and the Wyoming State Parks & Cultural Resources Artist in Residence program joins visual artists with the wonder and unexpected opportunities in Wyoming State Parks.

 

Plein Air in the Parks

The event is open to artists of all ages and offers cash awards. This painting and drawing competition spans 5 days and pairs talented artists with beautiful locations, while offers cash prizes to top participants as well as public reception and sale at the end of the weekend. Get this year’s event details here.

 

Wyoming State Parks & Cultural Resources Artist in Residence

This is a 10 day road trip residency in August 2024 where artists will have a choice of itinerary that includes visiting a minimum of 4 State Parks to be inspired by the beauty of the state. Learn more about this program here.