Plein Air Collector

Lured by the same call of the wild, the artists featured here drew inspiration from a range of spectacular views.

Symbols of freedom, innovation, and adventure, automobiles have long captured the imagination of American artists. For some ...

Paintings that measure a foot or less offer versatility for painters looking to capture color notes, study a location, and sell to people with limited wall space or budget. Here's why some ...

John Manzari, owner and director of Meyer Gallery, has revealed his selections for the winners in this round of the PleinAir Salon.

The paintings of city scenes showcased here encourage us to slow down and enjoy the complex beauty that can be found amidst ...

David Ethridge, owner and curator of Gallery 1261 in Denver, Colorado, has revealed his selections for the winners in the August 2024 PleinAir Salon. They are ...

While the rest of the world sleeps, nocturne painters venture out to capture the unique atmosphere and quality of light found when ...

Diane Waterhouse of Waterhouse Gallery has revealed her selections for the winners in the December 2024 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...

Wind your way down the country roads and bucolic byways traversed by the 15 artists whose work is featured here and find yourself back on the farm.

“A huge part of our love of plein air is that ..."

Join these plein air painters as they journey beyond the familiar, setting up their easels in distant corners of the globe to capture the light, atmosphere, and essence of foreign lands with works that invite us to see the world through their eyes.

Plein air painter Farley Lewis shares the story behind his acrylic work, "Warm Reflections," which he created at ...

Across centuries, artists have looked to high places for subjects that evoke awe, challenge perspective, and stir the spirit. From remote mountains and rugged cliffs to gently rolling hills, these scenes have long symbolized both grandeur and solitude. In this showcase, ten contemporary plein air painters continue that tradition, capturing the drama, mystery, and quiet majesty of the world’s elevated landscapes.

Browse an array of examples of how to paint mountains in this portfolio of contemporary paintings.

Joseph McGurl has revealed his selections for the winners in this round of the Plein Air Salon. They are ...

"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.

Congratulations to Steven Walker, who took home the 2nd Place prize in the 13th Annual PleinAir Salon art competition, announced at this year’s Plein Air Convention & Expo. Here, he tells us about his winning painting, “Compliments of Fall.”

Abigail McBride, Director of McBride Gallery, has revealed her selections for the September 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...

Artist Cindy Baron has revealed her selections for the May 2026 Salon Art Prize. Cindy is nationally recognized in both watercolors and oils, painting the grand landscapes of the western mountains and coastal shorelines. Her top choices are ...

Seth Hopkins, Booth Western Art Museum Executive Director has revealed his selections for the March round; winners of the annual competition will be announced at the Plein Air Convention!