“Blowing Out the Edges”
Utah artist Michelle Condrat suggests motion in her paintings through an unusual method. "Bareback," by Michelle Condrat, oil, 12 x...
When Painting on Location, What’s the Big Idea?
In this artist Q&A, Suzie Baker explains her process for painting on location, from "the big idea," to color, to how to assess a finished work.
Visiting All National Parks, “To Preserve and Protect”
Fitz Maurice made it personal. Many people love our national parks, but she is visiting all 59, because she wants to make sure she...
Artist Spotlight: Charlie Hunter
How Do You Describe Success?
Charlie Hunter: One of my favorite songwriters is Fred Eaglesmith. When he was a kid, he says all he wanted...
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...
Why Xandra Squier Loves Extra Drama
Be inspired by Kelly Kane's spotlight on the up-and-coming plein air painter Xandra Squier, who shares her Aha moment, and much more.
Karen Doyle Nurtures Two Careers
Professional artist and software engineering manager at the Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon: Over the past several years, Karen Doyle has worked to juggle these two seemingly opposed career paths, spending her vacation time at plein air painting events or workshops, and painting several evenings a week from life in her home studio. Recently, however, she had the opportunity to completely mix and mash the two when she helped to bring plein air painting and an art exhibit to life at Nike, Inc.
How I Create Flowing, Organic Lines with Watercolor
Inspiration from Cindy Briggs, who is on the Watercolor Live faculty this month.
My Greatest Teacher
A special spotlight on someone from the plein air painting community you may not know yet: Erin Spencer on her Aha moment, and more.
Artist Spotlight: Ellen Howard
How did you get started and then develop your career?
Ellen Howard: I have always had a strong interest in art and was raised in...
Spotlight on PACE Faculty: Elizabeth Mowry
Master pastelist Elizabeth Mowry will be on stage at the Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) in Monterey, California, in April, but she won't...
An Artist’s Perspective On Boats, Buildings, and Brushes
Vladislav Yeliseyev shares insights on painting two different landscape subjects, and the brushes he uses for them, in this artist profile from Plein Air Today.
Spotlight on PACE Faculty: Kim Casebeer
Kim Casebeer is definitely a pastelist who has much to share with both oil painters and other pastelists. Her scheduled demonstration at the Plein...
How Plein Air Painting is a “Pool of Peace”
Don’t wait for the perfect moment (although those are a joy), don’t put it off. Get out there and get painting.
My Favorite Place to Paint: Carol Smith Myer
It's called Rush Creek, but it's more of a wetlands area, with an estimated 196 species of birds enjoying the nature preserve's 522 acres...
Monet’s Anathema
As a plein air artist, you are part of one of the largest art movements in history. Learn about Claude Monet ...
Quotable Artist: Thomas Kegler
Enjoy an inspirational quote from landscape painter Thomas Kegler.
The Artist Behind the Wheel of a Semi-Trailer
Although you’ll find him behind the wheel of a semi-truck for much of the week, Tim Kelly will be the first to tell you, "I'm a painter that drives a truck."
The Painting Process of a Winning Artist
Please help us congratulate Jerry Markham for winning first place in the recent bi-monthly PleinAir Salon. In this exclusive spotlight, Markham shares his secrets to success.
My Favorite Place to Paint: Ria Krishnan
Lily pads, wooded trails, and, most important, trees are all at Ria Krishnan's favorite place to paint, just 10 miles from her home. ...