JACKSON, Wyo. — On Saturday, June 17, the National Museum of Wildlife Art hosted the Plein Air Fest, Etc. for its 12th year.

Attendees browsed and bid on fresh artworks from nearly 50 artists invited to paint from the Sculpture Trail, overlooking the National Elk Refuge.

Photos: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

This year’s event included a “plein air” category, allowing artists to paint any regional scene, and an “al fresco” category, with no limitations on subject matter.

Photos: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

While the “al fresco” category was not judged, the Best in Show award winner chosen from the “plein air” participants was Benjamin Walter.

River Stingray is a news reporter with a passion for wildlife, history and local lenses. She holds a Master's degree in environmental archaeology from the University of Cambridge and is also a published poet, dog mom and outdoor enthusiast.