4th Annual “Paint Our Towns” AOY Art Center Exhibit Opens

LOWER MAKEFIELD TOWNSHIP, PA —The AOY Art Center/Art Gallery will showcase a stunning collection of outdoor artworks created by some 50 talented artists from the greater Bucks County region.

The 2024 Plein Air Exhibition begins Saturday, May 18, from Noon to 5 p.m. and then Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through June 2.

Interested persons can also view and purchase artwork at the online gallery 24/7 at aoyarts.org.

For the last two weeks, local artists have been “painting the towns” as part of the “Paint Our
Towns” Plein Air Open sponsored by AOY Art Center.

The artists have been in Tyler State Park, Lake Afton, Core Creek, Washington Crossing State Park, Historic Newtown, Yardley, Historic Fallsington, Langhorne, and points in between.

Plein air painting, a French term meaning "in the open air," refers to the practice of creating art
outdoors, capturing the essence and beauty of natural landscapes.

This exhibition celebrates the tradition and artistry of plein air painting, showcasing a diverse range of styles and techniques that highlight the artists' connection to the environment.

Each artist can submit up to three of their best works to the exhibition.

Those works will be judged and awarded prizes by renowned and award-winning plein air artist Joseph Gyurcsak.

Gyurcsak paints a broad range of subject matter including interiors, still life, figures, and
landscape painting. He has a keen sense of capturing the essence of his subject matter with a
bold and candid approach. He exhibits in galleries across the country and his award-winning
paintings continue to pique the interest of collectors nationwide.

Visitors to the 2024 Plein Air Exhibition will have the unique opportunity to immerse themselves
in the vibrant world of outdoor art. The exhibition features more than 120 original artworks which will
inspire and engage art enthusiasts of all ages.

From picturesque landscapes to scenes of our communities, boroughs, and parks, the collection captures the splendor of nature, architecture, and human interaction with the surroundings.

AOY Art Center is a community-based, non-profit art center dedicated to promoting local artists and providing art education for all ages.

"We are thrilled to host the Plein Air Exhibition, which promises to be an extraordinary display of
talent and creativity," said Bette Sovinee, the center's executive director. "Plein air painting offers a fresh perspective on the world around us, allowing artists to capture fleeting moments and evoke emotions through their brushstrokes. We invite everyone to join us for this remarkable celebration of art and nature."

AOY is located at 949 Mirror Lake Road in Lower Makefield on the Patterson Farm. The gallery
is open to the public at no cost and is hosted by the participating artists.

(AOY Arts Center)