How to Paint Landscapes: Details vs. Design
When you first arrive at your next plein air site, keep this advice in mind and you’ll be in a good position to create an effective landscape painting.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Beach Cottages
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.
Painting the Adirondacks – A Story in Pictures
Recently, a large group of adventurous painters participated in the 2019 Publisher’s Invitational, also known as summer camp for artists, in the Adirondack Mountains.
April/May 2019 PleinAir Salon Winners Revealed
David Ethridge, Director, owner and curator, has revealed his selections for the winners in the PleinAir Salon bi-monthly competition.
Art Inspiration: As Important as Breathing
There is much to be learned by going portable and exploring the world, both outer and inner, in which we live. Anita Louise West explains.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Red Awning, Paris
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.
Your Plein Air Painting Guide for July 2019
Looking for a local event next month? Check out these listings of plein air events from the Northeast to the Southwest, and beyond!
Plein Air Paradise in Utah
More than 600 paintings will be on display throughout this annual event. Get the details in this announcement.
The Rural Life: Farming Landscape Paintings
From weather-worn outbuildings and rusty farm equipment to patchwork fields and white picket fence lines, the pastoral landscape offers much to inspire.
A Trail Especially for Artists
Including 15 scenic locations, the trail promotes the unique and rugged beauty of this region, and it welcomes artists of all genres.
Artists Celebrate 95th Anniversary in Nation’s Oldest City
Ninety-five years ago, in the nation’s oldest city of St. Augustine, Florida, a small group of artists planted the seeds for the St. Augustine Art Association. Those founders followed in the footsteps of famous...
7 Tips for Painting the City
Just as you wouldn’t explore a new city without a map, don’t start your next cityscape without a plan for where you want to go and how you intend to get there.
It’s Okay to Watch
The annual online event, “Where in the World is Plein Air,” is Wednesday, June 12. Learn more here!
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Rail Station in the Rain
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.
Plein Air Fest in Jackson Hole, WY
More than 50 invited artists will paint from the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s Sculpture Trail, with stupendous views overlooking the National Elk Refuge.
Wyoming Welcomes Artists in Residence
Earlier this spring, Heather Burton and Chula Beauregard set off for Big Horn, Wyoming, to participate in an Artist in Residence program with the Brinton Museum. Learn about their experience here!
Capturing That Perfect Moment in Watercolor
Follow these three tips to start creating your own perfect moments through watercolor sketching.
Florida State Senator Welcomes Plein Air
Artist Ralph Papa has been honored in having ten of his plein air paintings selected for display at State Senator Lori Berman’s office in Tallahassee. We invited Ralph to tell us more about his recent accomplishment, his advice for other artists, and more.
Never Stop Learning and Growing
Discover what’s inside the newest issue of Plein Air magazine, including the art and advice of Richard McKinley, Mitch Baird, Lori Putnam, and more, in this sneak peek.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Spring’s Arrival
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.