Moving Mountains for the Sake of Design
How Dave Santillanes will move mountains to achieve harmony and balance in a painting composition.
Reader Spotlight: John Misner’s Favorite Subject
"My favorite subject to paint is a landscape with some architecture. Here I am at Santa Fe on All Saints' Day 2022." ~ John...
Plein Air Watercolor = Chess?
Working from both direct observation and memory, Alabama artist Iain Stewart believes it is more important to express how he chooses to view the world rather than how it might actually appear.
“Then I Got Adventurous” – Kim Lordier on Pastel Painting
Surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of nature, California artist Kim Lordier balances light and dark to create dynamic pastel compositions.
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."
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.
It’s Spring and He’s Ready for the Road
It appears that the winter rains and snow are finally evolving into an amazing spring...
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.
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...