Spirit of the Landscape Art Exhibition presented by Plein Air Down Under

Through evocative plein air works and studio-based interpretations, Spirit of the Landscape invites audiences to connect with the stories of place, topography, people and their lived experiences.

Plein air artists have a profound respect for the land, the natural environment and stories of community. They tell those stories through their paintings, portraying a moment in real time by capturing the spirit and essence of a landscape or subject by incorporating natural light, colour and movement.

This exhibition is a not-to-be-missed celebration of art, nature and the indelible connection between artists and the landscapes they depict. Admission to the exhibition is free, ensuring everyone can experience the beauty and inspiration that ‘Spirit of the Landscape’ has to offer.

The exhibiting artists are celebrated not only for their skill, but also for their ongoing commitment to the Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival. Their participation underscores the exhibition’s dedication to fostering artistic excellence.

Exhibiting Artists
FEATURE ARTIST Greg Barnes (USA), FEATURE ARTIST Leon Holmes (WA), FEATURE ARTIST Andy Dolphin (WA), GUEST ARTIST Linda MacAulay (Vic), GUEST ARTIST Leanne Pearson (WA), GUEST ARTIST Georgia Mansur (NSW) Bob Saxon, Deborah Zibah, Ashley Hay, Keryn Channing, Nola Ellis, John Bullock, Jos Coufreur, Harlow Paton, Gordon Alexander, Frances Sullivan-Rhodes, Andy Conlin, Ann Evans

Exhibition Opening
Saturday 5 September 2026, at 2.30 pm (following the World-Wide Paint Out in Mandjar Square)
Everyone welcome
The exhibition will continue until Sunday 11 October.
(Please note that MANPAC is not aways open on the weekends unless there is a performance or a special event. Please check if you are unsure. Box office- 95503900)


About Plein Air Down Under…
Leading Australian outdoor painting festival Plein Air Down Under is held annually in Mandurah and the Peel Region from 22 – 29 September. It follows in the footsteps of international plein air festivals held in Ireland, the Netherlands, mainland USA and Hawaii. The festival attracts artists of all levels to paint en plein air and features world-class tutors accessible to the general public through free demonstrations, artist talks and special events.

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