Plein Air Collectors: An Appreciation for History, Architecture, and Art
"I feel so humbled and honored to be a part of this incredible artist’s history.”
6 Magnificent Works From the May Salon
Jane Bell Meyer, owner of Illume Gallery of Fine Art, has revealed her selections for the winners in this round of the Plein Air Salon.
Ahhh … Rivers, Streams, Waterfalls
In these paintings, contemporary artists take us to the water’s edge to showcase these jewels of the landscape in all their glory.
“Dawn’s Grace” Takes First Place in PleinAir Salon Art Competition
Diane Waterhouse of Waterhouse Gallery has revealed her selections for the winners in the December 2024 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...
13 Heartland Landscapes
In this showcase, 13 contemporary plein air painters bring new life to that enduring narrative, offering fresh interpretations of the middle-American landscape.
First Place: “Sunburst Upon a Tranquil Silence”
Dave Santillanes has revealed his selections for the May 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...
7 Paintings of Plein Air Painters at Work
Painting outdoors with 360-degree views, artists have access to an infinite source of subject matter from which to draw inspiration. Every once in a while, however, the tables turn ...
Painting of the Week: “Where the Buffalo Roam, Isaiah 40:31”
"Where the Buffalo Roam, Isaiah 40:31" is an oil painting born from a deep connection to the wild heart of Yellowstone National Park in the Lamar Valley and a reflection on endurance and hope.
The Story Behind Przewodek’s PleinAir Salon Win
Watch the PleinAir Salon awards ceremony filmed live from the 2024 Plein Air Convention and see who won top places.
September Salon: Nature’s Rhythm Wins
Abigail McBride, Director of McBride Gallery, has revealed her selections for the September 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...
A Personal Connection with Her Plein Air Art Collection
Spotlight on a personal plein air painting art collection: "We attend a number of plein air events and competitions around the country and have enjoyed getting to know many of the participating artists."
Country Roads: 12 Rural Landscape Paintings
The tree-lined twists and turns of narrow country lanes hold the promise of adventure and discovery, and, for some, the feeling of coming home. The 12 bucolic landscapes featured here leave us wondering what lies just over the hill or around the next bend.
Fabulous Faves From the February Salon
Did you or your friends win? Karen Hagan, painter and owner of Hagan Fine Art has revealed her selections for the winners in the Plein Air Salon February Art Competition.
Bonus Inspiration: A PleinAir Salon Spotlight
From Ukrainian Artist Aleksandr Kryushyn's Instagram: I am very happy to share the great news that ...
“Looking East” Looks Like a Winner
Darrell Beauchamp, Executive Director of the Western Art Museum, has revealed his selections for the winners in this round of the PleinAir Salon.
A Passion for Collecting Art
“A huge part of our love of plein air is that ..."
Watercolor Wins First (and Second!)
Artist Kathleen Dunphy has revealed her selections for the winners in the December 2022 PleinAir Salon.
PleinAir Salon: “Come September” Wins November
Lance Rehs, Director of Rehs Contemporary Galleries, has revealed his selections for the winners in this round of the PleinAir Salon.
Latest Salon Winner: A Seascape That’s “Strong” in All the Ways
Master Artist William A. Schneider has revealed his selections for the November 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...
Auto Inspo: 8 Plein Air Paintings of Cars and Trucks
Symbols of freedom, innovation, and adventure, automobiles have long captured the imagination of American artists. For some ...