Exhibit Opening Reception

2019 ARTISTS FOR CONSERVATION FESTIVAL

 EXHIBIT & SALE OPENING RECEPTION

Thursday, September 26th, 2019 | 7pm-10pm

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You're invited to a unique annual event - Artists for Conservation's 2019 Exhibit Opening Reception at VanDusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver, BC. 

Experience the lively atmosphere of the opening night on Thursday, September 26th with over 40 internationally renowned wildlife and nature artists visting from near and far. Be the first to see AFC's annual juried "International Exhibit of Nature in Art" - one of the world's premier nature-inspired art exhibits with partial sales proceeds supporting conservation.

All original artwork is for sale with at least 40% of the proceeds supporting conservation and education programs worldwide.

Celebrate Simon Combes Conservation Award winner. Watch the Raptor Quick Sketch, featuring painting of live birds of prey models. Proceeds of the sketches will support of AFC's environmental education program. 

Tickets are $75 per person.

​Ticket includes reception admission and 1 complimentary beverage (wine/beer or non-alcoholic) and hors d'oevres. Cash bar will be available.

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Guest Testimonials:

"Outstanding Art" |  “Amazing event. Way to go.”  | “Moved to passion.”  |   “A tough act to follow again.”  |  "The artists are so passionate about conservation." | “A beautiful and inspiring evening."   | "The quick sketch with live birds is spectular" |  "What an inspiring evening!” |  "Breathtaking Mural" |  "I love attending this event every year."  | "World-class art and music"

If you are interested in becoming a patron, sponsor or donor, please email us at festivalinfo[@]artistsforconservation.org. 

Photo credits: Paul Moldovanos