Winter’s Last Flame
Betty Billups won in the "Best Plein Air Only" category of the June 2021 PleinAir Salon monthly art competition. Here, we spotlight her winning work.
The Ranger, Adirondacks
Winslow Homer painted this image, "The Ranger, Adirondacks" in 1882. This is the view from the mountain of the lake where we spend ...
How I Sold My First Painting
My goal was achieved because of persistence in the face of several obstacles, including ...
We Say Goodbye to Steve Doherty
We honor the life of Steve Doherty, artist and former Editor of PleinAir Magazine and American Artist Magazine.
Inspiration Corner: Q&A Session With CW Mundy
Watch and listen as Eric Rhoads goes into a deep-dive interview with the world-famous artist, CW Mundy.
Oils All the Way
The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on Sandy Schmidt.
The Forgotten Essentials: A Memoir of Persistence
Working through adversity with persistence, patience, and grace can make us better artists - and better humans, too.
Why My Favorite Place to Paint is … Florida
The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on Pam Ayres.
Reader Spotlight on … Jill Knutson
"In a way I feel I am recording a bit of history. My resulting painting is then a record of what was."
Plein Air Today Reader Spotlight: Fred Gregory
The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on Fred Gregory.
The Ties That Bind
Artists find inspiration in the landscape and in one another’s work; art lovers share their appreciation for the paintings by ...
Broken Color: Impressionism in Pastel
This Maryland artist finds that the color sense and paint application that define Impressionism perfectly suit her approach to working with pastels.
Making Connections
In this issue of PleinAir Magazine, we celebrate artists who find inspiration close to home or in unfamiliar territory. They share a connection to one another, to the landscape, and to those collectors they inspire with their work.
Ditch the Guilt, and Other Ways to Be a Successful Artist
What does it mean to be a woman in plein air? Brenda Boylan shares her experiences in this article excerpt from PleinAir Magazine.
Clyde Aspevig on Staying Relevant
In this lecture presented by Olmsted Plein Air, reknowned artist Clyde Aspevig addresses one of the biggest challenges for artists today.
Why I Responded to this Painting At First Glance
Karen Hagan, owner of Hagan Fine Art Gallery, has revealed her selections for the winners in this round of the PleinAir Salon.
The Lasting Mark of a Plein Air Artist Residency
Kalispell, Montana artist Ken Yarus has been exploring and painting Glacier National Park his entire life. So, when he was offered the opportunity to live and paint at Sperry Chalet for two weeks as their resident artist, it was an easy yes.
Are You Using Protection?
It’s summer, and the heat is on. Don’t let the romance of painting ruin your…
Painting a Cityscape (the Full Plein Air Experience)
One beautiful autumn day, I painted in downtown Salt Lake City; which turned out to be an experience to remember!
The Hottest Plein Air Art Supplies of the Season
We always need more art supplies - like, always. Here are some the most popular colors, surfaces, paint brushes, frames on the market now. You're welcome!