A Painting Exercise That’s Almost Like Therapy
Besides improving your brushwork, these painting exercises will go a long way in improving your overall confidence as you pursue your art goals.
A Conversation with Master Artist Joe Paquet
Watch an inspiring video interview with Joe Paquet, who describes his upcoming Pre-Convention Workshop “A Beautiful Beginning," coming soon to the Plein Air Convention.
Guide to Plein Air Painting in North Carolina and Tennessee
Today the art scene in North Carolina and Tennessee is vibrant and ever-growing and the plein air tradition flourishes. Find opportunities and inspiration with this free guide!
Photo Essay: Plein Air Japan, An Artist’s Dream
Passion for plein air painting drives us to explore new adventures. Two weeks ago a group of 35 plein air artists enjoyed a lifetime...
The Tonal Impressions of Emotions
How and why Jane Hunt, who will be at PACE this May, transitioned from medical illustration to painting the landscape en plein air.
PleinAir Magazine: Close to Home
Preview the newest issue of PleinAir Magazine with the Editor's Letter: Just a few hundred miles from where I live, the Great Smoky Mountains — the site for this year’s Plein Air Convention & Expo — feel like home...
New Issue Sneak Peek: PleinAir Magazine, April/May ’24
Hot off the press > Expert insight and advice from today's plein air masters; News on art competitions; Interesting historical perspectives on landscape art; and more!
A Plein Air Selfie: Inspired by Every Season
The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on Susan Benigni-Landis.
Plein Air Painters: Pay Heed to Rising Water
A cautionary tale about the danger of flash floods: Just because it’s dry where you are, you could still be downstream of a perilous storm.
Less About Place, More About Poetry
During her Plein Air live demo session, Shanna will show her composition process by painting a place where her family has gone camping many times.
Painting Winter Landscapes: Love at First Snow
With its magical quality of light, winter provides a unique plein air experience. This intrepid artist shares his secrets for braving the elements and painting winter landscapes.
Should You Enter an Art Competition?
When it comes to art competitions, is it worth entering?
Joe Paquet: Shaping Our Image, on Canvas and in Life
In this PACE artist spotlight, Joe Paquet shares his perspective on the struggles and rewards of being a professional artist.
We Say Goodbye to Joe Anna Arnett
Joe Anna Arnett, distinguished artist, died on the evening of February 3, 2024, at her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, after a long battle with cancer.
New Issue Sneak Peek: PleinAir Magazine, Feb/March ’24
Hot off the press > Expert insight and advice from today's plein air masters; News on art competitions; Interesting historical perspectives on landscape art; and more!
Always a Student
Whether you’re an artist, collector, or art enthusiast, I hope you’ll learn something new in this issue that expands and enriches your enjoyment of plein air painting, or landscape art in general.
Can You Paint with Acrylics in Cold Weather?
Frank advice on painting with acrylic in cold weather from plein air painter Marcia Burtt
The Value in Taking a Second (or Third) Look
If you tend to "finish" a plein air painting and move on to the next, you might be missing out on important learning opportunities...
Painting Plein Air & in the Studio: Motivating Factors
Artists are inspired through painting plein air and in the art studio - here are some motivating factors to consider.
Save Your Vodka!
Can you paint with watercolor in freezing temps? Dan Marshall shares his tips on painting snow and how to manage watercolor in winter conditions (Hint: It's not using vodka in your paint).