I Love to Paint Flowers Because …
On painting with pastels > “I love to paint flowers simply because I love flowers,” declared the artist Karen Margulis in her disarming simplicity.
Forever Connected to a Moment
We love to hear from the Plein Air Today community! The following is part of a series that spotlights an artist who loves painting outdoors. Today's feature is on Roxy Podlogar.
Featured Artwork: Fran Ellisor
Featured Artwork: Fran Ellisor
Antique Tractor
Oil on linen panel
9 x 12 in.
$975.
Available from The Red Oak Gallery, Conroe, Texas
Antique Tractor was painted as a demonstration...
Artist Spotlight: Barbara Coleman
Barbara Coleman traces her fine art career back to a startling moment in Rome when she was ten and shares how she then developed her career.
A Volunteer with a Big Heart
In addition to painting beautiful landscapes that document a moment in time, plein air painters are out there making a big difference for individuals in many ways.
Artist Spotlight: Manon Sander
How did you develop your unique style?
Manon Sander: Taste in art is very personal. My style of choice is impressionism, as the expressive brushwork...
Passion and Desire: Foundations of the Artistic Process
An interview with artist C.W. Mundy; The following is part of a series featuring a leader in the art community who will be joining us on the faculty of Realism Live, November 9-11, 2023.
The Art of Intent: Hector Acuna’s Bold Experiments in Plein Air Painting
Discover the captivating world of Hector Acuna's plein air painting, where bold compositions, vibrant experimentation, and innovative perspectives bring landscapes and urban scenes to life.
Our Plein Air Heritage
As a plein air artist, you are part of one of the largest art movements in history. In this "plein air heritage" series, learn about ...
Seeing the Unconventional, on Location
It took an unconventional painting done from a photograph taken at an extreme vantage point to set David Boyd, Jr. on his current path as a plein air painter.
Artist Spotlight: Hai-Ou Hou
Hai-Ou Hou’s favorite studio is the outdoors, and she finds that nothing beats the beauty and wonder of nature.
On Seeing – and Perceiving – as a Plein Air Artist
Loss of vision in one eye has taught this plein air painter that there's more to perception than seeing.
Painting With Your Entire Body
Ryan Jensen fills 9-foot paintings with landscapes done on location. Here are the challenges, how and why he does it, and how being a Marine has informed his path as a professional artist.
Artist Spotlight: Lee Macleod
How did you develop your unique style?
Lee Macleod: If asked how I developed my unique style, my initial response would be that the answer...
Artist Spotlight: Cecy Turner
What is the best thing about being an artist?
Cecy Turner: One of the best things about being an artist is that you begin to...
What 50 Years of Plein Air Painting Taught Me
A seasoned artist reflects on 50 years of plein air painting, sharing lessons in creativity, aging with grace, and the joy of staying curious and connected through art.
I Will Paint In Any Way Possible
Landscape painter Alex Dzigurski has led an inspired life, with a talented father leading him to the path of being an artist. Today, Alex continues to paint and teach, despite having MS.
The Life-Like Plein Air Paintings of Jeremy Sams
Is there a “special secret” to creating great paintings? Maybe — see how Jeremy Sams came to plein air, what his advice is for others, and more, in this exclusive Q&A.
Artist Spotlight: Debra Joy Groesser
Debra Joy Groesser is drawn to almost any subject depending on the light, the color and the atmosphere. Many times, she’ll set out on a painting excursion with a specific place in mind only to have something else catch her eye on the way.
Artist Spotlight: Cindy Briggs
How did you develop your unique style?
Cindy Briggs: My style has evolved through various life experiences, travel, workshops, simply painting, and painting more.
From a...