10th Annual Nature Art Showcase Celebrates Flight and Wildlife

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The 10th Annual Nature Art Showcase opened with a well-attended reception at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Venango, Pennsylvania, featuring this year's theme 'On the Wing.' The exhibit includes works by 62 Pennsylvania artists from nine counties, showcasing paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media pieces inspired by flight and wildlife. Standout pieces include Lori Ditrich's painted ostrich eggs using traditional Ukrainian techniques and works by past People's Choice winner Frank Bouch and local artist Jesse Wolfgang.

Why it matters

The Nature Art Showcase is a long-running annual event that celebrates the region's natural beauty and artistic talent. It attracts visitors from across the state and helps promote local artists while fostering appreciation for the natural world.

The details

The 10th Annual Nature Art Showcase opened on Friday with a reception at the Barrow-Civic Theatre. This year's theme, 'On the Wing,' features paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media works inspired by flight and wildlife. The exhibit includes pieces by 62 Pennsylvania artists from nine counties, including standout works such as Lori Ditrich's painted ostrich eggs using traditional Ukrainian techniques and creations by past People's Choice winner Frank Bouch and local artist Jesse Wolfgang.

• The 10th Annual Nature Art Showcase opened on Friday, February 7, 2026.
• The exhibit continues today, February 8, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during Franklin on Ice.

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