From the Latest Issue of PleinAir Magazine
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...
Latest Articles
“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.
Two Perspectives
Karen Leoni and Maria SantoStefano are the Featured Artists at Benicia Plein Air Gallery (California) from June 2-25, 2023, and ...
Your June 2023 Plein Air Painting Events
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
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 ...
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
As we boarded the busses, the thunder was so loud that it was setting off car alarms, and ...
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...
“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.
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.
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...
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...
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 ...