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Heather Arenas, "Curacao Workshop Demo," 2017, oil on birch, 9 x 12 in., Collection the artist, Plein air

The What and Why of Plein Air Painting

Preview the newest issue of PleinAir Magazine with the Editor's Letter: "As I write this note, I’m thinking about a highlight from...

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PleinAir Magazine April/May 2023

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Kim Lordier - pastel painting en plein air

“Then I Got Adventurous” – Kim Lordier on Pastel Painting

Surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of nature, California artist Kim Lordier balances light and dark to create dynamic pastel compositions.
Karen Leoni, "Coasting," oil on linen, 12 x 20 in.

Two Perspectives

Karen Leoni and Maria SantoStefano are the Featured Artists at Benicia Plein Air Gallery (California) from June 2-25, 2023, and ...
Cuttyhunk Plein Air takes place June 17 this year

Your June 2023 Plein Air Painting Events

Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
Diann in the Orchards, plein air painting

My Favorite Place to Paint: The Fruit Orchards

The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on ...

Featured Artwork

Diann in the Orchards, plein air painting

My Favorite Place to Paint: The Fruit Orchards

The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on ...
Painting in the Garden of the Gods on Day 4 of PACE

Painting in the Garden of the Gods

As we boarded the busses, the thunder was so loud that it was setting off car alarms, and ...
Artist posing with her painting en plein air

Artist Spotlight: Carole Belliveau

How did you develop your unique style and why? Carole Belliveau: I put away my brushes determined to teach myself to use new tools such...
A moment from our first paint-out in the downtown Golden, Colorado area

“You’ve Got To Do It”

At the first paint-out of PACE '23, some artists painted on location for the very first time after a full day of demos and friend-making.
One of the many moments of laughter and joy from the PACE Opening Ceremonies on Day 1

Unforgettable Moments – And It’s Only Day 1

The 10th Anniversary of the Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) in Denver, Colorado kicked off with music, laughter, a celebrity guest, and even a little magic this year.
The Wayne Plein Air Festival

Winners at Wayne ’23

Wayne Art Center Announces 15th Annual Wayne Plein Air Festival Award Winners
In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews German painter Guido Frick. Listen as they discuss the controversial reason he got fired from ...

Artist Spotlight: Charlie Easton

How do you describe success? Charlie Easton: Success comes in many different forms. Of course I need to pay the mortgage, so recognition and sales...
photo of artist actively painting at raceway

Artist Spotlight: Justin Vining

What is the most interesting thing you have painted? Justin Vining: As a plein air painter, I have found myself in a lot of interesting...
Saddle Peak Montana

How I Painted Montana’s Saddle Peak

The following is part of a series featuring a leader in the art community who will be joining us on the faculty of Pastel Live, a virtual art conference taking place ...
Preview an exhibition of plein air paintings by Paul Kratter, taking place now at ...

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  1. Plein Air Podcast 248: Guido Frick on the Rules to Follow for Great Paintings