Art Exhibit & Sale Launch & Preview

Saturday, April 4th:
Sponsor Preview: 1:00–1:30 pm (light nibbles, wine & beer)
Open to the public 1:30–3:00 pm

Come meet the artist and raise a glass in celebration of art and its role in advocacy, artists, nature, and conservation at the opening preview of Shore to Inspire: Coastal Watercolor Creations art exhibition by Allison Spreadborough.

This exhibit showcases watercolor landscapes and other reflections of nature, capturing the iconic beauty of Point Reyes National Seashore. Inspired by Allison’s hikes along park trails and her volunteer work along the California coast, whose work reflects a deep connection to the natural world.

All paintings will be for sale with a portion of the proceeds directly supporting our mission to safeguard our coasts and public lands, while also honoring and benefiting the artist whose work celebrates and advances the spirit of conservation through art. A picture-perfect gift for you or a loved one.

The first half hour (1:00 pm–1:30 pm) will be a special preview for sponsors, featuring light nibbles, wine, and beer, and an intimate first look at the exhibition before doors open to the public.

From 1:30 pm–3:00 pm, the celebration continues as we welcome the broader community to enjoy the art and connect over a shared love of place and conservation.

The exhibition will remain on view through Festival Week (April 24–26) and can be viewed Thursday-Saturdays from 11 am–3 pm through Labor Day weekend, offering plenty of opportunities to return, linger, and experience the work over time.

Inkind Sponsors

Join Allison in the field on Friday, April 24 for “Painting the Point: Drakes Beach Watercolor Workshop.” Registration #TBA

Allison Spreadborough is a Northern California watercolor landscape artist. When she’s not painting in her backyard art studio, she is frequently hiking and painting outdoors. She received her formal art training at California State University, Sacramento. Later, she improved her painting technique with private instruction from several National watercolor masters.

Her paintings are often described as having a soft and colorful dreamlike quality. She is a Signature Member of the California Watercolor Association, and her work has been showcased in regional, national, and international exhibitions. She is an active member of Blue Line Arts in Roseville, CA, and has been awarded residencies at Pond Farm in Guerneville and the O’Hanlon Center for the Arts in Mill Valley. With a professional background as an environmental specialist, National Parks docent, and a volunteer for EAC’s Marin MPA Watch, amongst other groups, Allison brings a deep awareness of the natural world into her art. Her education in the natural sciences and passion for conservation have fueled a particular focus on the impacts of climate change, a theme that quietly informs much of her work. Learn more, or follow on Instagram @allisonspreadborough.