One of the best promoters of outdoor painting over the past 30 years was Thomas S. Buechner. The New York artist taught workshops, arranged exhibitions, guided collectors and museums, and traveled around the world with his outdoor painting equipment. He was a good friend and supporter of artists like Clyde Aspevig, David A. Leffel, and PleinAir magazine editor Steve Doherty.

Fred Parker is a New Jersey man of average means who made his living selling fish, but now he is being celebrated as an astute, wealthy art collector with advice on making wise art purchases. Parker has given several interviews recently during which he offered advice on how to build a valuable art collection, even in today’s tough market.