ART RECEPTIONS AND EXHIBITIONS

The Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center Art Gallery hosts several exhibitions each year including a partnership with the United Arts Collier (UAC). UAC enables annual exhibitions of painting and photography juried by local art experts while other shows feature works by local students, Reserve friends & family, or featured artists. Most of the works are available for purchase.

• The Reserve and UAC work together to promote the arts and the environment. While applied science is the focus of most Reserve activities, we acknowledge that there are many pathways toward greater understanding of the natural world.
• Our Art Gallery creates an opportunity for people to increase their sense of wonder for nature by stimulating and celebrating personal expression through the visual arts.

This year, artist Paul Arsenault celebrates his 50th year painting in Naples. We are excited to present an exhibition featuring some of his vintage works as well as pieces from his new “For the Love of Water” collection. Paul’s colorful paintings are widely collected and reflect his passion for the coastal environment. Most of the paintings are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Friends of Rookery Bay. Giclées, note cards and books by Paul Arsenault will also be available in our gift shop throughout the exhibition.

Join us for a free Opening Reception May 4 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM that will include wine, beer, light bites and a book signing by the artist. Registration is required.

Exhibition: May 2 to July 28