Virtual Gallery Opening and Social Event

The 26th CERF Biennial Conference’s
Virtual Gallery Opening and Social – This Year’s
 Must-Attend Event!

Wednesday, 3 November 2021
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM –5:00 PM PT


Join us for a family-friendly gathering that includes a special presentation from the conference artist and opportunities to connect with your friends in themed breakout rooms to paint, chat, and drink the night away.

Who:
Everyone (including family members)! All skill levels are welcome.

What:
An inspirational presentation from CERF conference artist, Alice McEnerney Cook, followed by socializing with some of the talented artists within the CERF community. 

Where:
Anywhere you want! Connect via the conference meeting platform.

How much does it cost?
It’s up to you:

    • I’m here to socialize : free!
    • Let’s paint : pre-order a paint-by-number kit for $30 (must sign up 4 weeks prior to event; deadline 4 October)
    • The next van Gogh : free (must provide your own art supplies)

How do I sign up? 

To sign-up for CERF’s first-ever virtual Gallery Opening and Social, please fill out this registration form!

Register Now

How do I order my paint-by-numbers kit?

To order your paint-by-number kit featuring the artwork from the 2021 CERF Estuary Photo Contest winners, follow these three easy steps!

  1. Select the photo you want to paint! You can use one of your personal photos or download a photo from the 2021 CERF Estuary Photo Contest. All photos contest images can be found in Google Drive

  2. Visit Paint Your Numbers and upload your photo.

  3. Follow the directions for check out and don’t forget to use the CERF Discount Code (“CERF20”) when checking out to save 20% off your order!


CERF 2021 Estuary Photo Contest Winners

These winning photos from each affiliate region will be featured in the Virtual Gallery Opening and Social Event! 
Click to enlarge photos.

   AERS Winner    GERS Winner

York River, VA. Photo by Wolf Vogelbein

York River, VA
Photo by Wolf Vogelbein

Mobile Bay, Dauphin Island, AL. Photo by Lauren Clance

Mobile Bay, Dauphin Island, AL
Photo by Lauren Clance 
   NEERS Winner    SEERS Winner

Great Bay Estuary, Durham, NH. Photo by Steve De Neef

Great Bay Estuary, Durham, NH
Photo by Steve De Neef

North Edisto Estuary, Edisto, SC. Photo by Shellfish Research Section/SCDNR

North Edisto Estuary, Edisto SC
Photo by Shellfish Research Section/SCDNR 

View all CERF 2021 Estuary Photo Contest Submissions

View Gallery of Submissions on Google Drive

Go to Google Drive