Embrace the Wind, Then Focus on Process
"One of the biggest challenges of outdoor painting is not having control over your environment: light, wind, temperature, etc.," said Matt Smith in the Plein Air Live ...
Exhibition > Jivan Lee: Arboreal
Jivan Lee's new exhibition, “Arboreal,” with its focus on the tree itself as primary subject matter, is a logical extension of his landscape painting practice.
The Waxahachie 2025 Best in Show Is …
The 18th Annual Paint Historic Waxahachie Plein Air Art Show recently brought 38 artists to Waxahachie, Texas, where they ...
Plein Air Painting in Japan: Book Now and Join Us!
Escape the ordinary and embark on a journey that promises to be a feast for the senses. We invite you to join us on an extraordinary plein air trip to Japan, led by renowned art publisher Eric Rhoads.
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.
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 ...
Until We Meet Again
Most of us by now are home from the 9th Annual Plein Air Convention & Expo, filled to the brim with new techniques, ideas, paintings, memories, and friends...
Painting New Mexico
The nonprofit organization Plein Air Painters of New Mexico (PAPNM) has launched Paint New Mexico!, its first statewide paint-out for ...
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!
It’s Official: Plein Air Live is Back!
We couldn't be more excited to have you back with us! Here's a quick look at what's in store: Live demos from world-class plein air artists, Q&A sessions so you can ask your burning questions, and ...
Color Notes, Critiques, and More at Plein Air Live
The 4th Annual Plein Air Live has wrapped up after several days of camaraderie, painting workshops and roundtables, paint-along sessions, and learning from the masters. Here's a recap of the amazing demos from Saturday in case you missed it!
Paint New Mexico: Awards Announced
Congratulations to the award winners in Plein Air Painters of New Mexico’s “Paint New Mexico” show at ...
Coming Soon: Thomas Schaller at Watercolor Live
Watch and interact with world-renowned artists as they demonstrate their skills at Watercolor Live, January 21-23, 2026, with an Essential Techniques Day on ...
Pastelists Enjoy an Essential Techniques Day
All day today (and into tonight), pastel artists are learning the basics of painting with this popular medium, as well as networking and making new friends, and discovering the best products on the market.
Why I Hate Winter
Ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong? Let me tell you about mine.
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.
27 Aha Moments and Memories from PACE
I reached out to some of our friends who attended PACE this year, and asked them to share their favorite memories from the event. Keep reading to see pics and hear about what we all experienced - including a surprise guest appearance that’s guaranteed to make you smile.
Learning How to Paint en Plein Air, Together
Highlights from Day 2 of the Plein Air Convention & Expo > Picture this: A cool, burbling river running alongside a forested valley trail; or a golden, open field at the base of tree-covered mountains leading ...
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!