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Mario Robinson painting at Brant Point Light

Enjoy a sneak peek at some of the articles coming up in the October/November 2020 issue of PleinAir Magazine (subscribe here), showcasing the top artists and emerging talents making news in the plein air community today.

PLEIN AIR PORTFOLIO: SUNRISE, SUNSET

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“Shining Seas” (oil, 24 x 30 in.) by Paula Holtzclaw, Best of Nocturne, Sunrise, Sunset winner in the April 2020 PleinAir Salon

10 ARTISTS TO COLLECT NOW: EMERGING PLEIN AIR PAINTERS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Meet the rising plein air stars who have caught the attention of today’s gallery owners, event organizers, and competition jurors. Find out what inspires them, the breakthroughs that have taken them to the next level, and why you should add their work to your collection now.

PleinAir Magazine: ARTIST PROFILES

MARIO ROBINSON
Invited to Nantucket as Artist in Residence in June, Mario Robinson spent two weeks roaming the island, painting both its iconic structures and hidden gems en plein air.

JENNIFER TAYLOR
Jennifer Taylor’s own artist-in-residency in India was abruptly cut short by Covid-19, but not before she amassed sketchbooks full of local imagery and memories to last a lifetime.

Jennifer Taylor, “Fire Ceremony at Har-Ki-Paidi” (oil, 11 x 14 in.)

SHAUN HORNE
Painting on a large scale, this Colorado artist makes six to 12 visits to a site to capture the landscape entirely en plein air, sometimes spending up to four hours in a single session.

Shaun Horne, “Whetstone in April” (oil, 30 x 44 in.)

SPECIAL FEATURES

WHY ACRYLIC IS PERFECT FOR PLEIN AIR

Six top plein air painters — Rick Delanty, Brian Sindler, Don Bishop, Marcia Burtt, Marc Hanson, and Brooke Borcherding — reveal why they choose acrylic for their plein air work and how they use the medium to its best advantage.

Marc Hanson, “Sun and Silence” (acrylic, 12 x 18 in., diptych)

WHEN LIGHT IS A PROBLEM

Diagnosed with extreme light sensitivity, Barbara Jaenicke shares tips from her ophthalmologist about how to manage the issue, and how she’s adapted her process to continue painting outdoors.

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Barbara Jaenicke painting on location

THE ELEMENTS: In-depth demonstrations of basic painting principles, key techniques, and popular subjects

Drawn to the rich landscapes of the Southwest, Tobi Clement moved 25 years ago to Santa Fe, where she’s been documenting the area’s dramatic skies in rich pastel. In this issue, she demonstrates her process and shares tips that will improve your sky paintings, regardless of which medium you prefer.

Tobi Clement, “Martini Time” (pastel, 16 x 20 in.)

POSTCARDS FROM THE ROAD: ARTISTS SHARE MANY JOYS AND CHALLENGES OF THE PLEIN AIR PAINTERS’ LIFE

Forced to stay apart by Covid-19, Nancy Tankersley and her painting group collaborated on a group project, making one painting from many, that paid homage to some of the countless workers who have suffered most during this time.

Nancy Tankersley, “Coming Together” (multiple media, 30 x 30 in.)

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UPCOMING ISSUES and ADVERTISING DEADLINES
DECEMBER/JANUARY
SPACE RESERVATION: Friday, October 23
PLEIN AIR PORTFOLIO: Snowscapes
SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTIONS: Ultimate Guide 2021

FEBRUARY/MARCH 2021
SPACE RESERVATION: Monday, January 4
PLEIN AIR PORTFOLIO: National Parks
SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTIONS: 2021 Artists’ Guide
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