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The "check-in" at a plein air painting event

Does Your Plein Air Painting Experience Need a Recharge?

Mary Longe explains why you should consider a competitive plein air event, including the various types, common elements, and what not to do.
John Pototschnik: Keeping it Simple

5 Thoughts Every Artist Has

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by color, confused by perspective, or frustrated with your tools, you’re not alone. Inspired by John Pototschnik's teachings, let's break down five common artist frustrations and the simple changes that can transform your painting experience. ✨
PleinAir Salon - First Place Overall: Fernando Micheli, “Lovrijenac Fortress Overlook, Dubrovnik,” oil, 18 x 14 in.

An Impressionistic Delight for the Senses

Master Artist Debra Joy Groesser has revealed her selections for the December 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...
PleinAir Salon - First Place Overall: Ned Mueller, “Last Light-St. Ives,” oil, 12 x 9 in.

Announcement: The October PleinAir Salon Winner Is …

Elaine Adams, Director of American Legacy Fine Arts, has revealed her selections for the October 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...
Watercolor sketch - Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, Marrakesh

Plein Air Watercolor – From Marrakech to the Mountains

Tag along with this popular watercolor instructor as she guides you through Africa’s largest urban market, an ancient mountaintop fortress, and the sandy beaches of a popular beach resort, and introduces you to the people and cultural traditions of Morocco.
Stan Sperlak, "Australia Outback (Flinders Ranges)," pastel, 9 x 12 in.

The Tonalist Touch: Stan Sperlak’s Subtle Approach to Pastel Painting

This New Jersey artist draws on the inspiration of Tonalists and Luminists to create atmosphere and light in his unique approach to pastel painting.
Watercolor landscape with figures, by Hema Gupta

Watercolor Demo: Men at Work

Hema Gupta shares a step-by-step watercolor painting demonstration, featuring figures in a narrative landscape scene:
Plein Air Convention - PACE - Kelly Kane, Christina Angelo, Molly Schmid

An Open Invitation

Whether you’re a painter or collector, you have an open invitation to the party. Plein air is not an exclusive club reserved for the elite; all who crave a greater relationship with the outdoors, a deeper understanding of light, or a closer connection to the art that hangs on their walls are welcome.
PleinAir Salon art competition - First Place Overall: J.M. Brodrick, “Southside,” acrylic, 30 x 24 in.

Salon Winner, Southside, is Simply Brilliant

Master artist Thomas W. Schaller has revealed his selections for the July 2025 PleinAir Salon art competition. They are ...
A moment from this recent Art School Live demo on how to paint with gouache, with Danny Folkman

Free Video Demo: How to Make Gouache Glow

In this free Art School Live demo, Danny Folkman demonstrates how the careful preservation of transparent layers ...
Christopher North, “Masonville Sunset,” 2024, oil, 16 x 20 in., Available from Blue Moose Art Gallery, Fort Collins, CO, Studio from plein air study

13 Mighty Mountain Landscapes

In this showcase of mountain landscapes, 13 contemporary plein air painters capture the drama, mystery, and quiet majesty of the world’s ...
“Lemonade Lists” watercolor illustration by Cindy Briggs

New Book: “Lemonade Lists” for Creativity and Gratitude

Plein air artist Cindy Briggs has teamed up with creative coach Carol Frazier to release “Lemonade Lists,” a new book meant to guide you through discovering your authentic voice, showing you how to weave creativity and gratitude into your daily life.
Packing for plein air painting

Packing Smart

Find out how just a few changes to your toolkit can make a positive difference to your plein air painting experience.
Pastel Podcast

New Podcast for Artists!

Introducing The Pastel Podcast: A Monthly Dive into Vibrant Color
Waterfall sketch, Jean Pederson, 2024, watercolor and pen and ink, 10 x 8 in., collection the artist, plein air

Jean Pederson’s Evolving Plein Air Journey

Jean Pederson shares insights from her painting trip to Lake Tahoe with a star-studded group of artists.
Paintings of Los Angeles - Michael Obermeyer, “Moonrise Above Malibu,” Oil on canvas, 12 x 16 inches

Paintings of Los Angeles, Before the Fires

Six artists share their plein air paintings of Los Angeles before the recent fires changed the landscape.
PleinAir Salon - First Place: Charlotte von Weissenberg (Sweden), “The Yellow Flower (Den Gula Blomman),” Oil, 15.8x11.8 in.

PleinAir Salon Winner: A Magical World of Visual Sensation

Mark D. Mitchell, Holcombe T. Green Curator of American Paintings and Sculpture at the Yale University Art Gallery has revealed his selections for the winners in the January 2025 PleinAir Salon. They are ...
Hector Acuna, "Spring Hedges in Umber and Yellow," 2023, oil on panel, 6 x 9 in., private collection, plein air painting

The Art of Intent: Hector Acuna’s Bold Experiments in Plein Air Painting

Discover the captivating world of Hector Acuna's plein air painting, where bold compositions, vibrant experimentation, and innovative perspectives bring landscapes and urban scenes to life.
Plein Air Podcast with Eric Rhoads and James Gurney

Plein Air Podcast #264: Insights from James Gurney

In this episode of the Plein Air Podcast, Eric Rhoads delves into the insights shared by renowned artist James Gurney, exploring the significance of plein air painting, its history, and practical tips for artists looking to hone their skills.
Plein Air Podcast - Eric Rhoads and Andrew Tischler

Plein Air Podcast 263: Andrew Tischler, New Zealand Artist and Influencer

In this episode of the Plein Air Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews Andrew Tischler, a talented artist and influencer based in New Zealand. They discuss Andrew's artistic journey, his passion for plein air painting, the influence of his father's artistic legacy, and more.