Another successful Plein Air Invitational is under wraps! Winners selected by juror Rick J. Delanty were announced at a reception on March 9^th.

First place went to Mark Kerckhoff for his oil painting “Arroyo Palo Verde.” Watercolorist Geoffrey Allen took second place with “Peas & Carrots.” Allen also won the Quick Draw with “Whispering Labyrinth.” Jim McVicker’s oil painting “Palms, Shadow & Light” picked up third place for its interpretation of the light and spirit of Borrego. 

Pastelist Natalie Richards received an award of excellence/pastel for her work, “Borrego in the Nude Wash.” Awards of merit went to Ryan Jensen, Jim Wodark, and Joe Mancuso. The People’s Choice was awarded to Jim Wodark’s “Canyon Sparkle.” The final award of the event was the Artists’ Choice Award, with Jim McVicker receiving the majority of votes. 

Drop by the BAI to see this remarkable art in person through April 14.