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Musical Launch to AFC's 2020 Virtual Exhibit

03 Oct 2020

Vancouver, British Columbia – (Oct 3, 2020) -  Artists for Conservation (AFC) is excited to announce the launch of the 2020 Virtual Exhibit on its online gallery, showcasing original paintings and sculptures for sale in support of conservation, from its latest annual exhibit.

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AFC to Recognize Anne London with Top Conservation Award

08 Sep 2020

Vancouver, BC CANADA – Sept 8, 2020 - In 2020, internationally acclaimed American artist, Anne London will be recognized for herconservation leadership and artistic achievement with Artists for Conservation’s (AFC's) top honor: the Simon Combes Conservation Artist Award.

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2020 Exhibit Award Winners

03 Sep 2020

Vancouver, BC CANADA - September 3, 2020 - Artists for Conservation (AFC) is pleased to announce the first round of award winners of the thirteenth annual AFC International Exhibit of Nature in Art to be held this October 1-4 in Vancouver, BC.

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AFC 2021 Calendar Art Announced

03 Aug 2020

Vancouver, BC CANADA - July 29, 2020 - Artists for Conservation is pleased to announce that Signature AFC Member, and Italian artist, Marco Grasso's painting "Thanatos" depicting a Barn Owl, has been selected for the cover of the 2021 AFC Environmental Calendar.

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AFC's 2020 Book Cover Revealed

03 Aug 2020

Vancouver, BC CANADA - July 29, 2020 - Artists for Conservation is pleased to announce that American artist and AFC Signature Member, Mark Susinno has had his oil painting "Entourage", depicting an underwater marine scene of Permit, Smooth Trunkfish, Loggerhead sponges, and Sea whips, has been s

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2020 AFC Exhibiting Artists Announced

29 Jul 2020

Vancouver, BC CANADA - Aug 3, 2020 - Artists for Conservation is thrilled to announce this year's selection of artworks juried into the 2020 AFC Exhibit - 200 total artworks by 168 artists from 17 countries. 

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AFC Artist Edward Spera to Share Art Adventures with New Expedition Company

19 Sep 2019

Internationally recognized wildlife artist and AFC member Edward Spera has spent over 30 years travelling the globe for up-close encounters with the subjects he paints.

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AFC's 2019 Book Cover Revealed

25 Jul 2019

Vancouver, BC CANADA - July 25, 2019 - Artists for Conservation is pleased to announce that Kenyan artist and Simon Combes Conservation Award recipient, Karen Laurence-Rowe has had her painting "Crater Kings", depicting a pair of lions, has been selected for the cover of the 2019 Artists for Con

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AFC 2020 Calendar Art Announced

25 Jul 2019

Vancouver, BC CANADA - July 25, 2019 - Artists for Conservation is pleased to announce that Signature AFC Member, Michelle McCune's painting "Wave Runner" depicting a Pacific White-sided Dolphin, has been selected for the cover of the 2020 AFC Environmental Calendar.

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2019 Exhibit Award Winners

12 Jul 2019

Vancouver, BC CANADA - July 12, 2019 - Artists for Conservation (AFC) is pleased to announce the award winners of the twelfth annual AFC International Exhibit of Nature in Art to be held this September 26-29 in Vancouver, BC.

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Festival Highlights

VanDusen Botanical Garden is located at: 5151 Oak Street Vancouver BC V6M 4H1

Maplewood Conservancy is located at: 2649 Dollarton Hwy, North Vancouver

Festival activities start at 11am daily (Oct 1-4) and are free with regular admission to VanDusen Botanical Garden. Advanced tickets required.

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  • Art Exhibit 
  • Live Art Demos
  • Music and Performances
  • Live Birds of Prey
  • Guided Nature Walks

  • Come to the Festival
  • Spread the Word
  • Purchase a Bird Mural
  • Buy Orginal Art
  • Make a Donation
  • Buy an AFC Book & Calendar
  • Volunteer
  • Sponsor the Event

 

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AFC Festival 2020
@ VanDusen Botanical Garden
1 Oct - 4 Oct, 2020
Vancouver, BC, Canada

AFC Festival 2020 (Preview)
@ Maplewood Conservancy
19 Sept - 20 Sept, 2020
North Vancouver, BC, Canada

 

About Us

Artists for Conservation is a Canada-based international non-profit, with a mission is to support wildlife and habitat conservation and environmental education through art that celebrates nature. 

Visit: artistsforconservation.org 

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