Brian Sindler’s Full-Spectrum Stylistic Evolution
There is a lot of superb art being made these days; here, writer Allison Malafronte shines light on a gifted individual. Based in Northbrook, Illinois, Brian Sindler creates both plein air and studio landscapes.
Artist as Collector: Barry Koplowitz
Pennsylvania artist Barry Koplowitz collects art, but not many paintings. What moves him to pick the few he has?
My Favorite Place to Paint: Francesco Fontana
Francesco Fontana's favorite spot is one created by a famous Impressionist painter, one of the greats who helped launch the current plein air movement....
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. ...
A Rural Heart, in Art and Life
This watercolor artist pushes pause on our distracted, modern lives, and invites us to consider overlooked moments of natural beauty.
My Favorite Place to Paint: Julia Lesnichy
When you come from a relatively flat part of Russia, thrilling mountain vistas are both a joy and a challenge. Just ask Julia Lesnichy.
Artist Spotlight: Manon Sander
Manon Sander fell head over heels in love with painting, especially plein air because it turns painting into an adventure. She realized that in order to grow as an artist, she had to dedicate herself to painting exclusively.
Plein Air Spotlight: Joseph Zbukvic
Please help us welcome watercolor artist Joseph Zbukvic as a newly announced faculty member for PACE. See a gallery of his work in this spotlight.
Convention Preview: Scott L. Christensen
What information and inspiration can you expect to receive from the demonstrators and speakers who will be part of the Plein Air Convention &...
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.
Vantage Points: Part 1
There is something elemental and powerful about responding directly to nature. Ken Knight shares his approach to plein air painting.
Monet’s Anathema
As a plein air artist, you are part of one of the largest art movements in history. Learn about Claude Monet ...
Little by Little
My story starts like most. As a kid I always drew and created, but I was lucky enough to have grown up in a family of artists...
Love of Plein Air, and Citroën Cars
Susan Kendall is both an outdoor painter and a car enthusiast. See how her passions crossed paths, resulting in 8 x 20-foot backdrops for a classic car show.
Even An Eye Infection Didn’t Stop Him
When this famous artist began to suffer from a recurring eye infection that prevented him from working outdoors, he found a new way to paint the landscape.
Artist Spotlight: Sandhya Sharma
How did you get started and then develop your career?
Sandhya Sharma: I had always drawn and painted as a child. Summer vacations were spent...
Not Idle in Winter: Stewart White and Plein Air Watercolor
On plein air watercolor >
Baltimore painter and PleinAir Salon Grand Prize winner Stewart White tells us what he does in the winter to keep...
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: Jessie Rasche
How did you get started and then develop your career?
Jessie Rasche: 15 years ago I became a professional fine artist, starting with tiny still...
Plein Air Heritage: Artist Charles Dana Gibson
As a plein air painter, you are part of one of the largest art movements in history. Learn about artist Charles Dana Gibson (1867-1944) here.