Into Nature Plein Air Competition & Exhibition

Now in its sixth year, WBCA’s "Into Nature Plein Air Competition" captures the beauty of Minnesota summer through the eyes of our community. Everyone, no matter their level of experience, is welcome to paint en plein air (outdoors) during the competition. New this year, all artwork will be on display in the Ford Family Gallery for the full duration of the show.

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2025 Call for Entries

May 12-July 11, 2025

Check back here for the entry form, available starting May 12.

Competition Dates:

July 18-31, 2025
Paint en plein air in White Bear Lake and surrounding areas. Join us for Midsummer Art Fest on July 18 to pick up your lanyard and gather creative inspiration.

Jason Kehrer, Poets Tree in the Morning Light

"Into Nature Plein Air Exhibition"

On display in the Ford Family Gallery
Exhibition dates: Aug 7-22, 2025

New this year: all submissions, including award winners and selected pieces from the Into Nature Plein Air Competition, will be on display in the Ford Family Gallery Aug 7-22.

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Into Nature Community Reception and Award Ceremony

Aug 7, 6:00-8:00 PM
Award Ceremony at 7:00 PM

"Into Nature Jr. Plein Air Exhibition"

Exhibition Dates: July 26-Aug 22

The "Into Nature Jr. Plein Air Exhibition" is open to artists ages 6 to 16. All levels and abilities are encouraged to register June 9 to July 19. Works must be dropped off at WBCA between July 14 and July 19. Check back here guidelines and submission info.

 

Artwork by 2023 Best of Show winner Michele Combs