10 Tips for Competing in Plein Air Events
If you're new to painting at plein air events, check out this handy list of tips from Richie N. Vios.
How Albert Frames a Focal Point
The following is part of a series featuring a leader in the art community who will be joining us on the faculty of Pastel Live, a virtual art conference taking place August 17-19, 2023.
Show Us Your Fourth of July Plein Air Painting!
While many of us are celebrating the Fourth of July with potlucks and fireworks, as a creative you're likely to be secretly - or very publicly - taking it all in with a different perspective, and we want to see it.
We Say Goodbye to Lyn Boyer
The plein air community is feeling a wave of shock this morning as we've recently learned that artist Lyn Boyer has passed away.
The Last Cast
Before the fishing industry disappears completely from the East Coast landscape, plein air painter Kirk McBride is documenting what’s left of this once-thriving way of life.
Moving Mountains for the Sake of Design
How Dave Santillanes will move mountains to achieve harmony and balance in a painting composition.
Plein Air Watercolor = Chess?
Working from both direct observation and memory, Alabama artist Iain Stewart believes it is more important to express how he chooses to view the world rather than how it might actually appear.
“Then I Got Adventurous” – Kim Lordier on Pastel Painting
Surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of nature, California artist Kim Lordier balances light and dark to create dynamic pastel compositions.
From PleinAir Magazine: Where Inspiration Strikes
I hope that no matter where you find inspiration this summer, the tips and advice in this issue will help make the experience more fruitful and more enjoyable.
My Favorite Place to Paint: The Fruit Orchards
The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on ...
How I Painted Montana’s Saddle Peak
The following is part of a series featuring a leader in the art community who will be joining us on the faculty of Pastel Live, a virtual art conference taking place ...
A Good Excuse for a Portrait Painting
How plein air painter Kevin Macpherson finally talked his friend and fellow golfer into sitting for a portrait.
I’m Not Ignoring Composition, But …
Aside from demonstrating a command of color and brushwork, the work of Dave Santillanes has a strong pull on the viewer for a reason a bit harder to nail down.
Making a Personal Creative Statement
"Once we've mastered the ability to make a tree look like a tree and a rock look like a rock, the real work begins."
Plein Air Painting > Can You Do That There?
Plein air painter Jennifer McChristian found one of the most peaceful places for setting up her easel.
Sharing the Love
A plein air artist field moment with painter Jeff Eickhoff
Nothing Will Stop Him From Painting Outside
Be inspired by this 77-year-old artist and his story of passion and persistence.
Raj Chaudhuri’s Forma Mentis Between Old and New Technologies
Do you use technology for painting outdoors? This artist has found the balance - see how and be inspired.
The Most Productive Month?
"Artist Winslow Homer said that March was always his most productive month," said Mary Whyte. "For me ...
Q: Is It a Plein Air Painting If It Was Touched Up in the...
Is it plein air? The following answer is from the "Every Plein Air Question Answered" session led by Eric Rhoads.