Spirit of The Landscape Art Exhibition, Part of Plein Air Down Under

Spirit of the Landscape brings together a carefully curated collection of works by award-winning artists whose unique perspectives shed light on the vast, untamed landscapes that define the heart of a nation.

This powerful exhibition is a tribute to the resilience, creativity, and spirit of communities often overlooked. Through evocative plein air works and studio-based interpretations, Spirit of the Landscape invites audiences to connect with the stories of place, topography, people and their lived experiences.

The exhibiting artists are celebrated not only for their skill, but also for their ongoing commitment to the Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival. Their participation underscores the exhibition’s dedication to fostering artistic excellence and community connection in outdoor and remote art-making.

Exhibiting Artists
FEATURE ARTIST Aaron Schuerr (USA), FEATURE ARTIST Leon Holmes (Aus), FEATURE ARTIST Michele Usibelli (USA), Andy Dolphin, Bob Saxon, Deborah Zibah, Gordon Alexander, James Walker, Jo Wesley, John Bullock, Leanne Pearson, Linda MacAulay, Merv Lindsay, Samuel Swadling, Val Brooks and Vicki Lee

Exhibition Opening
Saturday 6 September 2025, at 2.30 pm (following the World-Wide Paint Out in Mandjar Square)
Exhibition closes 12 Oct 2025 4:00pm
Everyone welcome

Artwork image: Maclean NSW by Bob Saxon

About Plein Air Down Under…
Leading Australian outdoor painting festival Plein Air Down Under is held annually in Mandurah and the Peel Region from 23 – 30 September and follows in the footsteps of international plein air festivals held in Ireland, the Netherlands, mainland USA and Hawaii. The festival attracts artists of all levels to paint en plein air and features world-class tutors accessible to the general public through free demonstrations, artist talks and special events.

Find out more: Plein Air Down Under