4 Favorite Quotes From PACE ’26
As you read this, artists around the globe are still glowing from the largest gathering of plein air artists in the world: The Plein Air Convention & Expo, held in beautiful Branson, Missouri. Before we dive into these favorite quotes from the dozens of painting demonstrations that took place, know that the next one is going to be at ...
American Women Artists Paint at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Recently, American Women Artists hosted a Plein Air Paint Out in Nashville. Works created that day were eligible for a $2,250 in-kind grand prize donated by PleinAir Magazine, and the winner was ...
No need for FOMO if you’re not in MO
We know not everyone who wants to come to the Plein Air Convention & Expo can make it in person this week, so we’re doing something new.
2026 Summer Camp for Artists
We've been running this retreat for 15 years now. And every summer — without fail — something happens out there that reminds us why we keep doing it. Painters leave transformed. People who came as strangers leave with friendships they'll carry for life.
Clyde Aspevig and the Opera Come Together For “A River Runs Through It”
Discover how Clyde Aspevig’s new painting, “The Blackfoot,” brings Norman Maclean’s “A River Runs Through It” to Opera Montana’s stage—through light and color.
This Year’s Olmsted Plein Air Winners Are …
Award-winning paintings from Atlanta’s 12th Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational are here. The artists who placed in this year's event are ...
Route 66 Turns 100: Painting the Mother Road’s Timeless Landscapes
Jack McGowan, PAPNM, OPA, shares insights on painting Route 66 en plein air, including what to include in your day pack. Plus, a special invitation from Eric Rhoads.
See 100+ Paintings From 40 PAPA Artists
Over 100 paintings from at least 40 artists' studios, as well as works created outdoors on location, are for sale. Landscape paintings will be featured from the artists' choice of locations throughout America. In addition to the main exhibition, many members will also ...
May 2026 Must-Attend Plein Air Painting Events
Check out these May 2026 plein air painting events and opportunities, highlighting art shows throughout the U.S. Bonus: Catch this month's deadlines so you don't miss out on upcoming opportunities.
Happening Now: 12th Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational
The 12th annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational welcomes 30 renowned artists from across the country for nine days of artful celebration as they capture the essence of Atlanta.
Artists Celebrate 25 Years of Carrizo Plain National Monument
Members of San Luis Outdoor Painters for the Environment were invited to exhibit original paintings and fine art prints at Carrizo Plain National Monument, celebrating nature’s abundant wildflower display...
Joe Anna Arnett ~ A Tribute Exhibition
Joe Anna Arnett was a beloved member of the plein air painting community. This month, her work is being celebrated by "Art With Purpose," offering collectors a rare opportunity. Created over decades of devoted practice, these paintings represent the final available pieces of Joe Anna's artistic legacy, with a portion of the proceeds going to ...
2026 Plein Air Painting Retreat … In China!
Are you ready for an unforgettable plein air painting retreat?
Whenever people think of China, the first thing that pops into mind is the Great...
LPAPA Announces 22nd Annual Show Winners
This prestigious exhibition brought together 124 artists from across the United States to compete for top honors and a coveted invitation to the 2026 Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational. The top winners are ...
Where Artists Are Painting This April
Check out these April 2026 plein air painting events, highlighting groups in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. Bonus: Catch this month's deadlines so you don't miss out on upcoming opportunities.
Happening This Week: 2026 Acrylic Live
Watch and interact with world-renowned artists as they demonstrate their skills at Acrylic Live, Wednesday through Friday, with an Essential Techniques Day on Tuesday. We'll see favorites such as Anne Blair Brown, Charlie Easton, and ...
Head to the Beach: Florida’s Forgotten Coast en Plein Air
Located on a 100-mile stretch of scenic coastal towns on the Gulf in North Florida, Forgotten Coast en Plein Air is a 10-day invitational event taking place March 20-29. Invited artists include ...
Painting Desert Beauty: 2026 Borrego Springs Invitational Winners
Sixteen invited plein air artists enjoyed painting colorful sunrises with warm temperatures and afternoon breezes during the 20th Annual Borrego Springs Plein Air Invitational. This year's winners are ...
A Tribute to Karl Dempwolf (1939-2026)
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of prolific plein air painter Karl Dempwolf, who passed away recently due to an accident. The art community is feeling the loss of this beloved artist and, in tribute to him, we'd like to share some of his iconic interviews and ...
Happening Now: The Borrego Springs Plein Air Invitational
Capturing their creative interpretations throughout the community of Borrego Springs and in the beautiful and dramatic Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, artists are competing for ...