Got a Painting of Skies and Clouds? Send It In!
Even in winter, there’s usually fantastic, challenging subject matter … right over your head. PleinAir Today will publish the most interesting paintings of skies and clouds that we receive by February 20.
Finding History on the Outskirts of Pittsburgh
Oil painter William Pfahl set his sights on a historic town of 3,000 for a series of cityscapes. His pieces examine the nature of light, the charm of older buildings, and the pull of history.
Why This Works: Figures as Supporting Players
In this series, plein air painter and instructor Jeanne Mackenzie takes a look at new paintings by contemporary artists and points out why they succeed as painted images. This week, “Horizon,” by Paul George.
Spotlight on PACE Faculty: W. Truman Hosner and a Serious Plein Air Challenge
Plein air painting can be a challenge, but even changing light and other environmental conditions aren’t enough for some folks. Like W. Truman Hosner, a member of the Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) faculty, who ups the ante considerably with his subject matter.
EXHIBITION: Charlie Hunter, in Grafton, VT
Distinctive painter Charlie Hunter has a show at North Star Gallery, in Grafton, Vermont, February 17-19.
OPPORTUNITY: Plein Air Curaçao
Tired of winter? Paint on a Dutch island off the coast of Venezuela, next month.
The Smallest Pochade?
Just for fun! This Etsy product (already sold) shows how far one can go to make painting materials compact and portable.
Artists Share in $31,500 in Prizes
Jean Stern judged the December-January contest in the PleinAir Salon, setting up a slew of artists to win thousands of dollars in prizes. Who's in?
My Favorite Place to Paint: Land of 1,000 Paintings
People sometimes tell Rita Pacheco that they will be visiting the Carlsbad, California, area, and ask her where she recommends they go paint. Without hesitation, she directs them to this place.
Do You Know Anyone Featured in the Next PleinAir Issue?
The April-May issue of PleinAir magazine features some intriguing artists with useful advice and thoughts on painting, and below we spill the beans on some of highlighted painters.
Paint a Sky Painting, See It Here!
Look up! PleinAir Today will publish the most interesting paintings of skies and clouds that we receive by February 20.
Plein Air Adventures: Make Way for the Helicopter!
We all have our plein air painting war stories. California artist Robin Purcell seems to have more than her fair share. One of the more interesting ones involved a helicopter.
Why This Works: Using Both Symmetry and Asymmetry
In this series, plein air painter and instructor Jeanne Mackenzie takes a look at new paintings by contemporary artists and points out why they succeed as painted images. This week, “Big River Calling,” by Tom McGregor.
Spotlight on PACE Faculty: Karl Dempwolf
Karl Dempwolf is a key figure in California plein air painting, so much so that PleinAir magazine publisher Eric Rhoads will present Dempwolf with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) in April. That’s one of the reasons Dempwolf will be there in San Diego. But why else?
EXHIBITION: Jivan Lee, in Scottsdale, AZ
Jivan Lee’s large plein air paintings are on view at Altamira Fine Art, in Scottsdale, AZ, through February 18. Did we mention they are large?
OPPORTUNITY: Artist in Residency in Northern California
Stay in a cabin in the Whiskeytown Recreation Area 3 1/2 hours north of San Francisco and paint for up to three weeks.
Parting Shot: Painting + Vineyard = Tough Life?
The West Coast members of the Salmagundians & Friends plein air group recently had a tough day at the office. Not.
Devoting Oneself to Plein Air Later in Life
Developing a passionate interest in plein air painting can happen at any point in an artist's career; the necessary skills can be learned and...
Featured Artwork: Jill Stefani Wagner, PSA-MP
“Havens Corners”
oil on linen panel
11 x 14 in.
Available
About the Artist:
Whether painting landscapes, interiors or figures, artist Jill Stefani Wagner’s primary focus is always “the...
Featured Artwork: Devin Roberts
"Lovely, Dark and Deep"
Oil on mounted linen panel
12 x 24 in.
Copyright 2016
‘This painting, like many of my paintings, was created using a blend of...