Winners on Solomons Island
More than $11,000 in prizes was awarded recently at the Solomons Plein Air Festival in Solomons Island, Maryland. How did it go?
Painters descending upon...
Winners at Easels in Frederick
The 5th annual Easels in Frederick (MD) was held from June 15-20, and the following awards were presented by Larry Moore, the awards judge.
Jason...
Winners in Wayne
Ray Roberts served as judge at the 9th Annual Wayne Art Center Plein Air Festival, held recently in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Who did he choose? Mark...
EXHIBITION: PAPA at the California Center for the Arts
"Legacy of the Land," an exhibition showcasing the plein air and studio work of members of the Plein-Air Painters of America, is on view...
Salon Winner Gets Inspiration from Russian Masters
Marc Dalessio was inspired by a cultural exchange experience in 2013 when he painted the piece that took the top prize in the October-November...
New York Hosts Big Sales for Big Three Auctioneers
Browse the online catalogues for next week's auctions of Modern and Impressionist art to see some exceptional works of art and eye-popping numbers. The mania...
Balboa Island Fun Produces Winners
The Debra Huse Gallery hosted Just Plein Fun 2014 at the end of July on Balboa Island, California, and the winners are below.Rita Pacheco...
EXHIBITION: “Quintessential California,” at the Santa Paula Art Museum
Now through November 2, the California Art Club is hosting the show "Quintessential California," featuring the work of 50 contemporary artists, including some well-known...
Featured Artwork: Mitch Kolbe
“Old Man Brooks Grove”
Oil on linen
24 x 30 [email protected]
Growing up in Charlotte, North Carolina, Mitch Kolbe spent most of his early years exploring the...
March 27: AD20/21 Art & Design Fair
Boston hosts an exhibition and sale of fine art and design objects from the 20th and 21st centuries in AD20/21.
AD20/21: Art & Design of...
EXHIBITION: The CAC’s “Lights, Camera, California”
Members of the California Arts Club painted scenic sites from TV and movies to highlight the Golden State’s central role in the entertainment industry in this show, which is on view at the Old Mill until May 14.
“Dreams”
We often hear about the myriad sources of inspiration for artists. Often, it’s nature, other times an abandoned alley, or a snapshot moment when the light hits your subject’s face at just the right angle. What about dreams?
Invitational Shines on Laguna Beach
The 19th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational was another resounding success. Each year, the event showcases the nation’s top plein air landscape painters, who compete for more than $30,000 in cash prizes. Who grabbed awards last weekend? Find out here.
Peggy Immel: Southwest Journeys
Immel’s paintings are inspired by the striking beauty of the Southwest, and her passion for the landscape is enhanced by her frequent explorations of both new and familiar places.
6 Stars From the April Salon
Jean Stern, art historian and Director Emeritus of The Irvine Museum, has revealed his selections for the winners in this round of the Plein Air Salon.
8 Inspiring Skyscapes
See how the creators of the paintings featured here made the most of this dynamic subject.
EXHIBITION: Small Works at Debra Huse, on Balboa Island, CA
’Tis the season for brisk sales of small paintings, and Debra Huse Gallery knows it. Her stellar lineup of artists has pieces perfect for stocking stuffing.
Taking Home $10K from Laguna Beach
In one of the most inspiring and beautiful painting spots in the country, some of the most talented plein air painters compete each fall...
Telluride’s Beauty Draws Painters
Reports are that it is difficult to have a bad time at Telluride Plein Air. Wayne McKenzie had two more reasons to enjoy the...
Hail, Hogs, and a Triple Crown in Augusta, MO
Even though the Augusta Plein Air Art Festival is celebrating its 14th year, the event witnessed a few firsts this season: a massive hailstorm...