12th Annual Highlands Juried Art Exhibit

"Why does an environmental advocacy organization host an annual art exhibit?" Asked Elliott Ruga, Policy and Communications Director at the NJ Highlands Coalition. "Because the Highlands Region is incredibly beautiful, it has a diversity of landscape types: from small river towns along the Delaware River; rolling farm fields and limestone cottages in the Musconetcong, Pohatcong and Lopatcong river valleys; dozens of glacial lakes and lake communities and an improbable, 340 square-mile mature, nearly contiguous forest, that is the least fragmented and most species diverse in New Jersey. Yes, the Highlands is worth protecting as a source of clean water for 6.2 million New Jersey residents, but artists are the advocates for protecting its natural beauty. This exhibit celebrates their creative expressions inspired by the Highlands."

~ Elliott Ruga, Policy Director

Organized  by curator Donna Compton, owner of Compton Gallery in Boonton, and the  staff of the New Jersey Highlands Coalition, the exhibit is juried by a  panel of prominent gallery owners and art industry professionals. The  Highlands Exhibit offers artists an opportunity to have their work  exhibited while reaching a wide audience.

"Both veteran and first-time exhibitors over the years have shared sensational vistas and intimate vignettes, expressing their authentic passion for this beautiful place and its unique importance," said Exhibit Curator Donna Compton. "This inspiring showcase of our natural, historical and cultural heritage is a compelling call to experience the Highlands for themselves, and to support our vital conservation efforts."