(Thermopolis, WY) – Plein Air in the Parks will be taking place at Hot Springs State Park and Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site on June 27-29, 2025. Online registration is available here, or artists may register in person at the Wyoming Arts Council tent at the Kiwanis Shelter of Hot Springs State Park during the event.
Now in its eighth year, Plein Air in the Parks is a collaborative program by the Wyoming Arts Council and Wyoming State Parks, both under the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources. The tradition of plein air artmaking includes on-site painting and drawing, but the Plein Air in the Parks Program is open to most types of media. Plein Air in the Parks pairs talented artists with beautiful locations while offering cash prizes to top participants and opportunities for the community to participate.
Several opportunities and events are open to the public and free of charge, with no park fee required; the full list of public events is below.
See the Artists at Work
Mingle with artists as they sketch and paint the landscape right before your eyes as you explore Hot Springs State Park and Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site.
- Friday, June 27 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Saturday, June 28 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Chalk Drawing Contest
Get in the plein air spirit by participating in the chalk drawing contest! Participants will be able to register on site for this free event to be tasked with creating the best chalk drawing! Materials provided, no experience necessary, and open to all ages.
- Saturday, June 28 | 10 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at Pavilion of Hot Springs State Park
Show and Sale
Enjoy refreshments while browsing the artwork created throughout the event, cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award, and support the artists and organizations by purchasing artwork from the sale.
- Sunday, June 29 | 3-5 p.m. at Hot Springs County Armory
For more information on these events, please click here or contact Ismael Dominguez at 307-275-4476 or ismael.dominguez@wyo.gov.