Farmland Preservation Artists of Central PA members in the state Capitol building
This fall, visitors to the state Capitol building can get a glimpse into the region’s natural beauty, as seen through the eyes of local artists.
Artwork by the Farmland Preservation Artists of Central Pennsylvania is on display in the Capitol in October, to raise awareness of the importance of protecting the state’s farmland.
“To have our artwork here is such an honor,” Martha Grout Taylor, president of the arts organization, told TheBurg, following a press conference. “What we are hoping is that our elected officials will see the art and say, this is important to Pennsylvania, and that it will raise awareness of farmland preservation.”
Art featured in the Capitol
The exhibit, on display in the Capitol’s East Wing Rotunda, features 51 works of art by 14 Pennsylvania artists. Each piece depicts a scene from central Pa. farmland.
The arts organization was formed in 2005 as a joint effort by the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania and the Centre County Farmland Trust. The group works to promote the preservation of the land through their art, as well as raise money for the two organizations. According to Taylor, the farmland preservation artists group holds around three exhibits each year.
Art included in the October exhibit at the Capitol is for sale and a portion of the proceeds will support the art alliance and farmland trust.
“These artists inspire us to work toward their vision to help the central Pennsylvania region and all of Pennsylvania preserve farmland,” said Dan Guss, president of the Centre County Farmland Trust. “Together, with preservationists and legislators, we will collaborate to make their vision a reality.”
For more information about the Farmland Preservation Artists of Central Pennsylvania, visit their website.
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