11 Plein Air Inspired Landscapes of Rivers and Woods
From raging rivers and dramatic waterfalls to idyllic streams meandering through wooded landscapes, these 11 plein air-inspired paintings ...
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 ...
“A Mind of Winter” Wins
Timothy Standring, artist and Curator Emeritus, has revealed his selections for the winners in this round of the PleinAir Salon.
6 Vibrant Paintings of Fairs and Festivals
For plein air painters, fairs, festivals, and amusement parks offer unique opportunities to indulge in bold, vibrant color and flex the creative muscles needed to capture the energy and excitement on full display.
The “Raging” Power of the PleinAir Salon Winner
Lori Putnam has revealed her selections for the winners in this round of the PleinAir Salon. See who took home prizes here!
“Sunrise With Moonset,” and 7 More Paintings From the Seashore
From crashing waves and colorful beach umbrellas to vast calm waters, the scenes depicted here capture the many moods of the place where land meets sea.
Announcement: The April Salon Art Prize Winners Are …
Catherine Saks, of Saks Gallery in Cherry Creek, Colorado, has revealed her selections for the April 2026 Salon Art Prize. They are ...
7 City Sights
The paintings of city scenes showcased here encourage us to slow down and enjoy the complex beauty that can be found amidst ...
“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.
“The Passage” Places First in PleinAir Salon Art Competition
Dean Mitchell has revealed his selections for the winners in the November PleinAir Salon. They are ...
Winning Work Creates An “Unexplainable Stirring”
Lori Putnam has revealed her selections for the March 2025 PleinAir Salon. They are ...
One of the Best of This Generation
J. Ben Whiteside, owner of The Red Piano Gallery, has revealed his selections for the April 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...