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Others Complain. Plein Air Painters Paint
A maliciously set fire under an overpass of Interstate 85 in Atlanta caused its collapse, snarling traffic for days and prompting the governor of Georgia to declare a state of emergency. Painters in town for the Olmsted Plein Air event responded by — what else — painting the scene.
Fresia’s Plein Air Manifesto
It takes a bold person to write a manifesto on art, considering, among other things, that there are as many opinions about art as there are artists. Jerry Fresia is that bold person. We think there are some truths worth hearing again in his statement from Italy.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Plein Air Competition Dates Set
A plein air competition with prizes will be held June 7 through 9 at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and in the village of...
Artist Spotlight: Charlie Easton
How do you describe success?
Charlie Easton: Success comes in many different forms. Of course I need to pay the mortgage, so recognition and sales...
How I Sold My First Painting
My goal was achieved because of persistence in the face of several obstacles, including ...
Painting Santuario de Chimayó
Welcome back to your Plein Air Convention & Expo highlights! Yesterday was so filled with activities that it’s difficult to narrow it all down...
13 Reasons to Meet Us in Santa Fe
It will be so exciting to see old friends, make new ones, attend classes and presentations indoors throughout the day and then, as one big group, head outside to paint each day in the late afternoon.
Painting with Friends in the Adirondacks
Wouldn't it be nice to spend a week simply painting in the outdoors, making new friends, and relaxing to evening music? You can. Here's how.
Dramatic Skies in 15 Minutes
Doing a drawing exercise for even a few minutes a day can make a difference in both your comfort level and skills. So get out your sketchbook and favorite drawing utensil, and draw away during this 15-minute montage of amazing skies.
How to Transform Your Paintings in 3 Days
Give us just three days and you'll discover the techniques used by the leading landscape and outdoor painting masters.
The Benefits of Painting on Location with Other Artists
Landscape painting has sometimes been jokingly referred to as a “loner sport," but when artists come together something like magic happens. See how ...
Celebration of Selfies
When we asked for "selfies" during the recent rounds of #safeathome creative art prompts, these plein air artists delivered! See what your peers have been up to in the community, and share your selfies with us.
Painting Landscapes: Changing Times Call for a Different Approach
In this guest blog post Sharon Weaver shares how she transitioned to teaching art online. Bonus: Includes a step-by-step landscape painting demonstration.
Paintings of Skies From the #StayAtHome Period
We love paintings of skies! Here's a look at what some of your peers created during the recent #stayathome period.
Spring Blooms and Still Lifes
Have a look at the spring blooms and still lifes your plein air peers created while self-isolating, and be inspired.
Art Inspiration: As Important as Breathing
There is much to be learned by going portable and exploring the world, both outer and inner, in which we live. Anita Louise West explains.
Teaching Children Art in Mexico
Despite a language barrier, Jolyn Wells-Moran brings concepts such as perspective, composition, color, and values to young artists who crave the opportunity to paint.
Featured Artwork: Kari Ganoung Ruiz
Since 1976
14 x 18 in.
Oil on panel
“I have recently found myself intrigued by small bits of the greater scene; the corner of a building,...
Taking Artistic License with Iconic Locations
On landscape composition > Like it or not, the final decision often comes down to this.
What It Takes to Paint Snow in Northern Ontario
Christy A. Smith loves winter, and it’s a good thing, because she lives in Sudbury, Ontario in Canada, where the average low temperature in January is below zero. She especially likes painting snow, and some of her snow paintings are now on view in a special exhibition.