Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “Bondurant”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Bondurant" by Kimball Geisler.

Why Plein Air? It’s Natural

A growing number of artists embrace the genre, yet others are skeptical. Why do some gravitate toward painting outside while others say, “Why bother with the hassle?”

Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “Bless Her Heart”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Bless Her Heart" by Kathie Odom.

Rest in Peace, Landscape Painter Greg LaRock

"His spirit lives on in those of us who knew and loved him and in his timeless and beautiful paintings."

Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “SoHo Rooftop No. 31, South”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "SoHo Rooftop No. 31, South" by Julie Davis.

Artist Encounters With Curious Cows

There are some challenges that all plein air artists come across while in the field, including weather and insects. Among the top occurrences just might be of the bovine variety...
Heidi A. Marshall, “Cloud Rhapsody,” 2020, pastel, 12 x 16 in., Available from Sage Creek Gallery, Santa Fe, NM, Plein air

Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “Cloud Rhapsody”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Cloud Rhapsody" by Heidi A. Marshall.

What is Intuitive Painting?

Johanne Mangi explains how to use intuition when painting, and what a difference it can make when you "let go" during the creative process.
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Art Goes On

"I hope the overriding takeaway from all of the stories in this issue is that painters are still painting." Kelly Kane shares a preview of the new issue of Plein Air magazine, and insights on how the art community has adapted.
David Savellano, “Lahaina Morning Glow,” 2020, watercolor

Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “Lahaina Morning Glow”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Lahaina Morning Glow" by David Savellano.

The How of Painting Clouds and Sky

In case you missed it: We received a wide variety of submissions from an earlier Winter Sky Challenge. So what did we see when we looked at the paintings? Two things.
Brienne Brown, “Good Morning Bailey’s,” 2019, watercolor, 14 x 18 in., Available from artist, Plein air

Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “Good Morning Bailey’s”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Good Morning Bailey’s" by Brienne Brown.
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PleinAir Salon August 2020 Winners Revealed

George Billis of the George Billis Gallery, NYC and LA, has revealed his selections for the winners in this round of the PleinAir Salon.

How 7 Artists Impacted a Community

We receive much correspondence from artists, collectors, and societies. In this letter, Debra Riley, Gallery Manager / Conroe Art League, shares with us the story of how "one little decision" forever altered her life, and the lasting impact of a handful of artists in the 1960’s.
London plein air artist Clementine St. John Webster

To Paint Manically Before the Light Goes

Clementine St John Webster, classical artist (born 1989) grew up with her family in the deep countryside of Wiltshire and Somerset in the UK,...
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Preview the Upcoming PleinAir Magazine (October/November 2020)

Enjoy a sneak peek at some of the articles coming up in the October/November issue of PleinAir Magazine, showcasing the top artists and emerging talents making news in the plein air community today.
Brenda Boylan, “Under & Over,” 2019, oil, 9 x 12 in., Available from artist, Plein air

Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “Under and Over”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Under and Over" by Brenda Boylan.
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6 Artist Quotes We Love

We could always use a little inspiration, yes? With that in mind, you'll love this mini-collection of quotes for (and by) artists that our team has put together for you!
Shelby Keefe, “Sailor’s Delight,” 2019, oil, 16 x 20 in., Available from artist, Plein air

Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: “Sailor’s Delight”

Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting and artist quote. This week's feature is "Sailor's Delight" by Shelby Keefe.
Plein air artist Ryan Jensen painting outdoors - artistic style

How I Developed My Artistic Style: Growth, Beauty, Mission

Should you be happy with "only good paintings?" This plein air painter thinks so, and here's why.