Plein air painting at Barr Hammock Levy Loop

Press release from Alachua County
MICANOPY, Fla. – Alachua County Environmental Protection Department invites local artists to set up their easels and get in touch with the natural world for a plein air painting session on Feb. 15, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Barr Hammock Levy Loop (14920 SE 11th Dr., Micanopy). The painting session is free. Those wanting to participate can RSVP by calling 352-451-7818 or mneelands@alachuacounty.us.
Artists are responsible for bringing in their supplies. Please check the weather and wear comfortable, seasonally appropriate clothing. Participants should bring sunscreen and at least one liter of drinking water. There is no potable water or restroom on site.
“I’m excited to see the painters’ interpretations of Barr Hammock,” said Alachua County Environmental Specialist Milo Neelands. “I think the beauty of wetland landscapes is underappreciated.”