The Healing Power of Mother Nature
Nancy Klos on painting en plein air: "My hope in this restricted time is for all of us to realize the message of Mother Nature is an offer, a reflection, an opportunity to consider this particular story on a far grander scale."
Painting Trees – A Symbol of Strength
Bob Masla shares insights on why he chose to paint this specific tree: to "inspire strength, determination, and fortitude."
9 Plein Air Painting Sketches
Contemporary Impressionist painter Anne Blair Brown says she "connected with plein air painting on a whole new level." Learn how...
The 7 “C”s Criteria for a Plein Air Judge
Minnesota plein air painter Bob Upton takes the responsibility of being a plein air competition judge seriously. Here, he outlines his seven “C”s criteria for judging artwork.
Covid, Artists, and Energy
Natasha Isenhour, President of the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico, shares her advice on how artists can (and should) preserve your "Energy Bank."
Daytime Television Embraces Plein Air Painter
Aaron Schuerr shares what it was like to be on the Kelly Clarkson show, and how Instagram helped to get him there.
Forty Fridays, Same Scene, All En Plein Air
Norwegian painter Magne Myhren began a fascinating plein air project that involved finding the perfect scene before painting it 40 times.
Joe Gyurcsak: How Still Waters Brought a Calm to the Crisis
"It is very unusual for me to have such a bank of time to focus on a multiple-layer oil painting," says Gyurcsak. "I began to slowly build the history of my visual story..."
The Llama Syndicate
Most artists have their unique ways for going about their business. Colorado artist Michael Charron has a few notable ones involving llamas, a syndication system for selling paintings, and underdrawings with spiritual symbols and cursive writing.
I Chased After My Dreams and This Is What I Learned
Artist Tiffanie Mang took a leap of faith and went to Poland for a chance to join the team of painters on the film "Loving Vincent." Here's what happened, what she learned, and how it changed her forever.
A Fourth of July Watercolor by Bradley Hendershot
In celebration of the Fourth of July, we hope you enjoy these watercolor paintings that portray America's colors of patriotism: red, white, and blue.
PleinAir Magazine to Honor Legendary Artist
This year at the Plein Air Convention and Expo, our coveted Lifetime Achievement Award will go to this Santa Fe artist...
Celebration of Selfies
When we asked for "selfies" during the recent rounds of #safeathome creative art prompts, these plein air artists delivered! See what your peers have been up to in the community, and share your selfies with us.
Painting Landscapes: Changing Times Call for a Different Approach
In this guest blog post Sharon Weaver shares how she transitioned to teaching art online. Bonus: Includes a step-by-step landscape painting demonstration.
Plein Air Artists Who Painted Their Pets
Dogs and cats in particular can be of great company, so we hope you enjoy these paintings of animal friends from our recent art prompts challenge.
Plein Air Artist Spotlight: Sparky LeBold
Read about Sparky LeBold, a National Artist of Portugal, where townspeople have lovingly nicknamed him “Picasso Americano."
Paintings of Skies From the #StayAtHome Period
We love paintings of skies! Here's a look at what some of your peers created during the recent #stayathome period.
From Plein Air Magazine: In the Meantime
From the newest issue: As the coronavirus brought the world to a near standstill, the arts, like many communities, were hit hard. But beneath the adversity and anxiety, we find stories of resilience, creativity, and determination.
9 “Backyard” Paintings Inspired By #StayAtHome Art Prompts
You'll love seeing these "backyard paintings" your peers created from our recent series of creative art prompts. Click through to be inspired and delighted.
Spring Blooms and Still Lifes
Have a look at the spring blooms and still lifes your plein air peers created while self-isolating, and be inspired.