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Plein Air Painters
​of Idaho (PAPI) 
We are a group of artists dedicated to on-location painting. We paint from life to interpret, preserve and share the wonder of the moment. PAPI members encourage and promote plein air painting as a unique form of artistic expression. Through fellowship of professional and amateur artists, members are encouraged to share ideas, enthusiasm and experience with each-other and with all those who appreciate art

Benefits of Membership Include:

​Links to artist website to promote sales
Statewide-supported events
Joint show opportunities
Discounts on PAPI workshops & show entry fees
Art store discounts
Locally organized paint-outs
Local mini-workshops
Annual Member show
Volunteer Opportunities
TO ENCOURAGE & PROMOTE PLEIN AIR PAINTERS

Our Mission

The mission of PAPI and its members is to encourage and promote plein air painting as a unique form of artistic expression. Through the fellowship of professional and amateur artists alike, members are encouraged to share ideas, enthusiasm and experiences with each other and with all those who
appreciate great art.

PAPI sponsors many local and regional events,
​paint outs and workshops such as:

•    Silver Creek Fly Fishing Opening (Hailey, Idaho)     •    Paint the Snake  (Twin Falls, Idaho)
•    Redfish Lake Paint Out  (Stanley)   • Annual Member show
• Eagle Plein Air Festival (Eagle, Idaho)   • Driggs Plein Air Festival (Driggs, Idaho)