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.
Painting “Without a Net”
On painting and using photo references > "The plein air sketch forms the basis of all of my art making," says Joe McGurl, who goes on to add ...
Painting Anywhere I Can Be Present
Plein Air Today reader and painter Cindy Harris shares her favorite place to paint outdoors.
Palette Knife Painting – Outdoors?
Cynthia Rosen, who is known for her palette knife painting techniques, is presenting her first ...
The What and Why of Plein Air Painting
Preview the newest issue of PleinAir Magazine with the Editor's Letter: "As I write this note, I’m thinking about a highlight from...
Words of Wisdom with C.W. Mundy
I’ve been known to tell my students, “You’ll never know how far left is or how far right is until you hang out on a limb.” In other words ...
In Memory of a Maritime Legend
Today we are saddened to report on the death of a renowned artist who pursued his dream despite being once told, “You’re never going to put bread on the table with that kind of work.”
Anatomy of a Peculiar Painting Composition
Andrew Borg wanted to capture a “sensation” rather than an “expression” when he set out to create this unusual painting composition.
Fun Day in the Field
An Instagram moment with plein air painter Matt Smith (@mattsmithpaintings), who is joining us at Plein Air Live!