Join us on Sunday, May 3 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm in a relaxed, creative, and natural setting at Wildwood Park. Artists will enjoy the natural ambiance of Wildwood Park (3450 Blue Heron Dr, Greenville, NC). Whether you are a novice or experienced painter, a great time is sure to be had, while meeting other creatives in Pitt County. Artists are able to come up to the check in area at 3:00pm to show off their creations and a photo opportunity.

The City of Greenville Recreation & Parks Department and the Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge invite artists to come to Wildwood Park to participate in Paint in the Park, a FREE plein air paint event. This is an annual event taking place in the spring. The inaugural event took place on September 8, 2019.

What is en plein air?

En plein air
(French pronunciation: ​[ɑ̃ plɛn ɛːʁ])
(plān′âr′, plĕ-nĕr′)
1: of or relating to painting in outdoor daylight
2: of or relating to a branch of Impressionism that attempts to represent outdoor light and air
3: open-air : outdoor

Artists must bring their own supplies (paint, canvas/paper, easel). The park has some picnic bench avaliable, however artists are also welcome to bring their own chair/table or blanket set up. 

WHEN: Sunday, May 3, 2026
TIME: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LOCATION: Wildwood Park: 3450 Blue Heron Dr, Greenville, NC