It’s Okay to Eavesdrop on These 17 Artists
In Case You Missed It > Listen to fascinating conversations with these plein air artists and experts who share their painting secrets and so much more.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Evening Along the Riverbed
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Evening Along the Riverbed" by Brooke Borcherding.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Outdoor Self-Portrait
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Outdoor Self-Portrait" by Alex Venezia.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Traverse City Lights
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Traverse City Lights" by Brian Sindler.
How the Desert Helped Carlton Paint Snow
Minnesota artist Philip Alexander Carlton was not impressed with painting winter in the Midwest until he realized he could apply lessons learned on his lengthy road trip.
Who Are Your Painting Mentors?
Thoughts on how plein air painters can find their own voice, and the importance of having specific mentors and artists to emulate.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Nikolas’ Garden Shed
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Nikolas’ Garden Shed" by Nancy Takaichi.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Barn at Walking R Ranch
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Barn at Walking R Ranch" by Marcia Burtt.
Dramatic Skies in 15 Minutes
Doing a drawing exercise for even a few minutes a day can make a difference in both your comfort level and skills. So get out your sketchbook and favorite drawing utensil, and draw away during this 15-minute montage of amazing skies.
Something is Missing
An artist reflects on what was and what is, and share the touching story behind his plein air painting, "Enjoy the View."
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Martini Time
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Martini Time" by Tobi Clement.
Plein Air Painting and the Need for Speed
Do you feel pressured to paint faster when en plein air? If you're tempted to practice the "smash and grab" technique, you might want to think twice. Here's why.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Spring Clouds Over the Pier
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Spring Clouds Over the Pier" by Rick J. Delanty.
The Battle of the Art Media
What constitutes a medium, and why do artists have an emotional reaction to their differences? Johns Hughes braves the topic in the following guest blog post.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Fire Ceremony at Har Ki Paidi
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Fire Ceremony at Har Ki Paidi" by Jennifer Stottle Taylor
Plein Air Magazine: Looking Back and Ahead
Anniversaries are an opportunity to pause and — with the benefit of hindsight — reflect on where you started and how far you’ve come. In this issue, we’re excited to launch a year-long celebration of Plein Air Magazine’s 10th Anniversary.
Special Highlights and Bonus Tips from Watercolor Live
Artists from Texas to Tanzania, Scotland, Thailand, and beyond (40 countries represented in total), participated in Watercolor Live. See what you missed or relive favorite moments in this recap.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Spring Colors
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Spring Colors" by Don Bishop.
How Joseph McGurl Uses Sight-Size Drawing
Stop Fussing, Start Painting! Joseph McGurl champions the sight-size method, which allows him to spend less time drawing and more time painting; here's how.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Whetstone in April
Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Whetstone in April" by Shaun Horne.