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How to Talk to Artists
Marie Vlasic wrote a blog post about the things people should and shouldn't say to artists at an art fair, and the response has...
Can Artists Make Money Off Their Blogs?
So you're an artist, and you feel that you put a lot of great information on your blog. Some artists charge subscriptions or have...
What Years of Plein Air Competition Taught Jason Sacran
Arkansas painter Jason Sacran reflects on nearly a decade of competitive plein air events—what it taught him, what it cost, and how illness reshaped his approach to painting closer to home.
On View: PAPNM 18th Juried National Exhibition
The public and collectors are invited to view and purchase the artwork throughout the exhibition at the gallery and online.
Your September Guide to the Best Plein Air Events
Check out these September 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.
How I Sold My Most Expensive Painting: Lessons from Sandycove
In this guest blog post, artist Steve Browning shares how he sold his highest-price painting and his advice for you. This is part of a series that ...
Why My Kids Think I’m a Dinosaur
My kids are mortified when I tell them I turned down a chance to meet Elvis backstage. Because their school bus driver played oldies on the radio, they know who Elvis is, and they love the music from my youth. When it comes to technology, they think I’m living in the past, but they're dead wrong ...
15 Ways Plein Air Painting is Evolving
As the time-honored practice of painting directly from nature enters a new era, artists are reimagining its traditions to reflect a changing world — one more connected, inclusive, and dynamic than ever.
15th Annual Driggs Plein Air Festival Awards
Discover the winners of the 15th Annual Driggs Plein Air Festival! See who took home top honors in the juried competition and Nocturne awards this year.
9 Ways to Improve Your Quick Painting / Pochade Skills
Quick painting trains our reflexes and judgment; it improves the observation of the eyes and drawing skills of the hand by ...
It Pays – Literally – To Persevere
While taking part in the Paint Maui Invitational, we encountered various weather patterns, including wind and rain. I had to work fast, but ...
It’s Simple: Plein Air Painting Is My Joy
When Mo Myra isn't painting outdoors, she's working as a full-time commissioned live wedding painter and watercolor instructor for various institutions such as ...
Art, Community, and Connection at Plein Air Easton
The 22nd annual Plein Air Easton concluded another remarkable year, bringing together world-class artists, passionate collectors, dedicated volunteers, generous sponsors, and thousands of visitors for ten days celebrating art, community, and the landscapes of Maryland's Eastern Shore. This year's winner's are ...
Art Snippet: Magic In Contrasts
One moment you’re looking out over sweeping, rugged terrain; the next, you’re caught up in the lively color and energy of ...
A Curated Guide to August’s Top Plein Air Events
Check out these August 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: Door County Plein Air Festival
The 2026 Door County Plein Air Festival returned this weekend, inviting art lovers and nature enthusiasts to experience the breathtaking landscapes of Door County, Wisconsin through the eyes of some of the nation’s leading plein air painters.
Happening Now: 22nd Annual Plein Air Easton
In Easton, Maryland, they're welcoming artists who are spending the week painting all over Talbot County for Plein Air Easton.
8 Days of Art, Community, and Inspiration
From quiet morning painting sessions to conversations with visitors and collectors, Paint Grand Traverse highlighted the power of art to connect people and celebrate a shared sense of place. This year's winners are ...
Better With Time
Elements of wear and tear in Mat Barber Kennedy’s textural watercolors show signs of life and how we live it.
July’s Hottest Plein Air Painting Destinations
Check out these July 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.