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Austin Artists: “Thank You, Firefighters!”
Artist members of Plein Air Austin (PAA) have donated their paintings of 15 Austin fire stations to the Austin Fire Department. These original artworks feature ...
The Painting That Has It All
Ned Mueller has revealed his selections for the winners in the October 2024 PleinAir Salon. They are ...
What’s Inside PleinAir Magazine, December / January ’25
Discover the beauty and artistry of plein air painting in the December/January 2025 issue of PleinAir magazine. Explore stunning landscapes, insightful artist features, practical painting tips, and the latest events in the plein air community.
Artist Spotlight: Farley Lewis
How did you get started and then develop your career?
Farley Lewis: My art career began around age 20, shocked and thrilled that someone actually...
Why Xandra Squier Loves Extra Drama
Be inspired by Kelly Kane's spotlight on the up-and-coming plein air painter Xandra Squier, who shares her Aha moment, and much more.
Plein Air Festival Honored with Tourism Award
The Avalon Foundation and the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism have won the Transactional Opportunities Award at the 2024 Maryland Tourism Awards ...
From Watercolor to Acrylic: Why This Plein Air Artist Found His Forever Medium
Permanent, non-yellowing, and fast-drying, acrylics have low toxicity and no need of solvents for dilution or glazing. Like watercolor, they ...
3 Aha Moments from PACE
While the Plein Air Convention takes place over several days, memories from it last forever, along with inspiring moments such as these.
Art Insights from Alvaro Castagnet
Discover the insights of Alvaro Castagnet in this class episode of the Plein Air Podcast with Eric Rhoads, in which they discuss how to find your voice, embracing community, and infusing emotion into your work.
17 Gorgeous Sky Paintings
We hope you enjoy these renditions of the sky and find inspiration for this moment, and for the next time you approach this timeless subject.
Watch and interact with world-renowned artists as they demonstrate their skills at Realism Live, today through November 15. We'll see plein air favorites such as ...
Free Webinar! Learning Art as an Adult: A Journey of Discovery and Growth
Discover how learning art as an adult can transform your life. Explore inspiring stories, practical tips, and the importance of community in your creative journey.
Destroy It, Make It Better
Be inspired by Kelly Kane's spotlight on the up-and-coming plein air painter Emma Kalff:
11 Tips for Going From Study to Studio
Christine Lashley is an American artist known for her colorful and dramatic oils. Here, she shares her 11 tips for using your plein air study for a refined studio painting.
Before many of us slip into the colder coat weather of winter, painters are making the most of the stunning colors autumn has to offer. Here's what some of your fellow artists have created while painting en plein air this season. Enjoy, and be inspired!
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