Immerse yourself in a day of art and nature! Join fellow artists — beginners to advanced— for Plein Air Day, a creative retreat in the serene and inspiring outdoor setting of Mt. Saint Francis.
Open to ages 16 and up
Cost: $40 (includes instruction, setup support, and beverages)
Lunch: Bring a sack lunch — beverages provided
Tables, easels and chairs available (Limited supply – first come, first served)
Rain or Shine
- All mediums welcome
Enjoy both group and one-on-one instruction with Fr. Vincent Petersen. Whether you’re new to painting or an experienced artist, this is a unique opportunity to create surrounded by the beauty of nature and a supportive art community. Minors will need a letter of support/consent from a parent (if attending class alone).
Register early- space and supplies are limited.
Class Size:
Limited to 12 participants per session — reserve your spot early!
Meet Our Instructor
Fr. Vince Petersen, OFM Conv.
Friar Vince Petersen
Friar Vincent Petersen is an environmental artist who works mostly in the acrylic medium. Since childhood, the beauty of the Earth held him captive. Growing up in rural Minnesota, he credits the shapes, seasons, dimensions, and moods of creation for coloring his understanding of God and spirituality.
Friar Vincent’s work has been greatly influenced by the landscapes of the Southwest where he was involved in ministry from 1997 to 2015. During a 2006 exhibition benefiting a local effort to preserve open spaces and vulnerable habitat in the area, his artistry was first noticed.
Friar Vincent holds a Bachelor’s degree in Studio Arts from St. Louis University and a Master of Divinity from the Washington Theological Union. His activism has been extensive, including opposition to war and militarism, Christian Peacemaker Teams, Pax Christi, racial justice and protection of the environment.
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