The Most Crucial Part of the Painting Process
Ben Bauer shares his perspective on what is the most crucial part of a painting, which may also be most difficult and fun.
Bob Ross Bedtime Stories? Yes Please!
See how you can lull yourself to sleep with the soothing sounds of Bob Ross's voice (yes, there's an app for that).
Urania Christy Tarbet, Rest in Peace
We honor the life of the founder of IAPS, author, artist, and beloved friend and family member.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Anasazi Trail
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.
Bringing Sanity to Direct Painting
How do you become an accomplished landscape painter? Keep reading to discover the most important habits you should practice.
Conveying Our Deepest Emotions
To make paintings that stir up primal reactions, communicate your emotions clearly and with conviction.
Top 16 Unexpected Plein Air Art Supplies
Add some of these unexpected “supplies” to your stash to make painting more convenient, more fun, and perhaps, even more interesting.
3 Secrets to Winning Art Competitions
Time and time again, past winners of the PleinAir Salon tell us that the secret to winning is to ...
The Power of Art to Unite
"We, as artists, have the opportunity to bring this feeling into people's lives though the art we create," says Livingstone. "Art can bring people to a moment of discovery, a moment of awe, a moment of feeling so uplifted and connected to what we are expressing that ...
Painting Outdoors in Richmond, Indiana
Coming soon: The Richmond Art Museum is hosting a day of study, painting, and networking.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Scuze Me While I Kiss the Sky
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.
6 Ways to Silence Your Inner (Art) Critic
Don’t let your inner critic sabotage you — instead, learn how to cultivate it into self-compassion. See how in this guest post from an artist / psychologist.
Featured Artwork: Mitch Baird
Morning Haze, GCNP
10 x 12 in.
Oil on Board
Amazing destinations always offer new inspiration and stunning subject matter. This small 10x12 plein air study was...
Featured Artwork: R. Gregory Summers
The Secret Rites of the Atchafalaya Swamp
“We go outdoors to enjoy the land or stay inside to avoid it. It is the outdoor artist...
Featured Artwork: Natasha Isenhour
Path To The Sun
24 x 36 in.
Pastel
Awarded “Best Pastel” in the April/May 2019 Plein Air Salon
“After embarking upon the challenge given to me by...
Featured Artwork: Randall Cogburn
Afternoon at Lakeside
Painted on location near Marble Falls, TX
16 x 20 in.
Oil on linen
Texas-based artist Randall Kirby Cogburn is an American Impressionist. A tradition...
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Country Relic
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.
WATCH: National Geographic Recognizes Plein Air Painters
Read the new “Nat Geo” article “How Art Saved Yellowstone – and the Landscape Still Inspires.”
4 Drawing Secrets of Charles Miano
Take a moment to go inside with us as we spotlight portrait painter Charles Miano for inspiration that appeals to all artists who are inspired by the natural world.
Why People Are Still Talking About #PACE19
See the works of artists who are still in the afterglow of the 8th Annual Plein Air Convention, and get excited about our next stop: Denver!