OutdoorPainter

When Mo Myra isn't painting outdoors, she's working as a full-time commissioned live wedding painter and watercolor instructor for various institutions such as ...

During the summer he and his family spent in Gennevilliers in 1874, Édouard Manet often crossed the Seine to paint with Claude Monet at Argenteuil...

Working through adversity with persistence, patience, and grace can make us better artists - and better humans, too.

The 22nd annual Plein Air Easton concluded another remarkable year, bringing together world-class artists, passionate collectors, dedicated volunteers, generous sponsors, and thousands of visitors for ten days celebrating art, community, and the landscapes of Maryland's Eastern Shore. This year's winner's are ...

Watch plein air artist Scott Hamill paint ‘Winter Light, California Coast’ step-by-step — learn how he captures light, shadow, and coastal atmosphere in this free oil painting demo.

One moment you’re looking out over sweeping, rugged terrain; the next, you’re caught up in the lively color and energy of ...

Check out these August 2026 plein air painting events and opportunities, highlighting art shows throughout the U.S. Bonus: Catch this month's deadlines so you don't miss out on upcoming opportunities.

This was the 6th or 7th painting I had completed in a week, so I was exhausted, but also warmed up. Sometimes good work comes from being tired because ...

Discover the art of painting with gouache en plein air with expert tips and techniques from Bernard Dellario. Perfect for artists of all skill levels!

"The sky shapes the overall composition and mood of my work," says Ellen Howard, who evokes a deep sense of calm, serenity, and quiet reflection in her landscape paintings. Here, she shares how she starts a sunset painting, why she chooses oil, and insights on clouds and the "blue hour."