Susiehyer’s Secret Collection
Exclusive Interview: Known for her representational landscape paintings, plein air artist Susie Hyer (who goes by Susiehyer), is revealing a different side of her art practice by showcasing her “secret” abstract works side-by-side with her traditional Western landscapes.
LPAPA Breaks Records This Year
The 27th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational, presented last week by the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA), concluded with record-breaking art sales and ideal weather for the 30 invited artists.
Winter Art Escape: February 2026
Escape to the warm sun for a week of plein air painting with PleinAir Magazine Publisher, Eric Rhoads. Join us February 6-13, 2026 in ...
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for October 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for September 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
Happening Saturday, August 23: Gouache Live!
Gouache LIVE (August 23, 2025) is about rewiring how you see, think, and create as an artist while giving you a fresh sense of creative freedom.
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for August 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for July 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for June 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for May 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
Event Showcases Art, Community, Coastal Heritage
The 20th annual Forgotten Coast En Plein Air concluded recently with resounding success, bringing together artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts to celebrate the vibrant landscapes and culture of Florida’s Forgotten Coast.
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for April 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
Leaving the Adirondacks Forever
Our family's journey from Indiana to the Adirondacks, discovering a lifelong love for nature, art, and tradition. Join me as I share the unexpected twists that led to finding my forever summer home—and how you can be part of the magic.
Your March 2025 Painting Events and Deadlines
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
A Historic First in America’s Oldest City
The inaugural Winter Art Escape brought artists together for sunlit days of creativity, exclusive painting locations, and unforgettable camaraderie. From scenic coastal vistas to vibrant evening gatherings, this retreat proved that even winter can be the perfect season for inspiration. Read the full recap and start planning your next artistic adventure!
Wish You Were Here: The Winter Art Escape
Right now, a group of artists is enjoying the warmer temps of Florida during the Winter Art Escape in St. Augustine with Eric Rhoads, Publisher of PleinAir® Magazine.
Plein Air Perspectives on Los Angeles
These paintings of Los Angeles celebrate the dynamic energy and rich history of downtown L.A. and its surrounding environs, as seen through the eyes of the participating artists – Peter Adams, John Kosta, Simon Lok, Michael Obermeyer and Nancy Popenoe.
Your Biggest Questions About PACE Answered
The 2025 Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) runs May 19-23 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Reno, Nevada, with the beautiful Lake Tahoe as our backdrop for inspiration. We’ve noticed many artists have questions about PACE, so we wanted to address the most common ones.
Why I Hate Winter
Ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong? Let me tell you about mine.
30 Artists, $50k, Fog, and Fun at Laguna Plein Air
The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) annual celebration of Laguna’s legacy that helped establish our city as an Artists’ Colony, was a resounding success.