How to Paint Landscapes: 3 Experts on Fixing Annoying Mistakes
When we’re learning a craft, there are bound to be times that we make mistakes - we know that this is where growth happens. But there’s something to be said for knowing ahead of time how to avoid certain mistakes from the get-go to make painting less painful and more pleasurable. Today, three masters of landscape painting - John MacDonald, Carl Bretzke, and Joseph McGurl - share their secrets for fixing the most annoying and common mistakes that artists make.
Plein Air Painting On the Road with a VW Vanagon, My Wife, and My...
In the summer of 2021, we took to the road for a month and a half, leaving New Haven, CT, to make our way to the Pacific Northwest.
How Michele Usibelli is Breaking New Ground
Forcing herself outside the familiar is what keeps Michele Usibelli’s artwork fresh and fulfilling to make.
How to Paint Like Monet: Understanding Light Keys
Immediate spoiler: There isn’t a formula for learning how to paint like Monet. But as Camille Przewodek explains, it’s a way of thinking ...
Step-by-Step: Edit the Landscape for Better Composition
A strong composition is achieved through intentional design, not a happy accident of random shapes. If we look closely, nature gives us all the information we
need. We just have to organize the pieces to create visually pleasing paintings.
Just Go Looking
In this "inspiration in a minute" post, Kevin Macpherson takes us beyond the paintbrush.
The Rhythm of Urban Scenes
In pursuit of a blend of drawing and painting, this Delaware artist depicts the abstract strength in back alleys, side streets, and intersections.
3 Ways to Paint with Pastels Safely
Don't let your fear of pastel dust stop you from using this colorful and versatile medium. Brenda Boylan shares three tips for painting with pastels - safely.
You Have Your Color Study … Now What?
In this episode of Art School Live with Eric Rhoads, Gavin Glakas shares a demo on how to detail a plein air color study. Don't miss it!
Contemporary Life Reflected in Watercolor
In this Watercolor Live faculty spotlight, Francesco Fontana shares his approach to painting with watercolor, his advice for painting cities and finding the right colors to use, and more.
In Deep Water
Don't find yourself in deep water when it comes to painting elements like rivers and streams. In this Art School Live with Eric Rhoads, Kathleen Hudson takes us through a demo on how to paint moving water.
Bring on the Backlight
In this episode of Art School Live, Eric Rhoads welcomes Michael Holter to the show! Michael is on the faculty of the 2nd Annual Watercolor Live virtual art conference; in this interview he demos a stunning backlit landscape.
Plein Air Magazine: And Here’s to the Next 10
Throughout the year, we’ve been celebrating the 10th anniversary of this milestone event; as one final hurrah, we ...
George Gallo on Finding Your Own Voice as an Artist
Need art inspiration? Start here > learn what the masters had in common, one of the best things you can do for yourself and your art, and more.
Masterpieces of Immortal Value
Chien Chung Wei shares his inspiring way of pursuing art.
Quick Tip: Whipping Up Your White
Kyle Buckland shares a helpful technique that has been practiced by some of the greatest landscape painters.
How to Paint Landscapes: Design Makes All the Difference
How artist Jim Wodark redesigns the landscape to create stunning compositions.
My Artist Spirit Guide Is …
Just for fun! Who is your artist spirit guide? Check this "guide," and then tell us!
A Visual Paradise for Plein Air Painting
An artist shares her favorite place to paint, which has gone from being a mining town to a tourist destination. Can you guess where?
I Am a Plein Air Painter and That Is Why …
Just for fun! Use predictive text to finish the sentence, and then share your answer with us by ...