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Painting On Location: In Service of the Heart
Imbuing her work with the lessons of art history, this Maine oil painter takes advantage of amassed techniques and skills to stay in the moment and express her feelings about a scene.
CW Mundy on Painting from Life and More
Eric Rhoads interviews CW Mundy, whose journey from sports illustration to American Impressionism offers practical lessons on painting from life, disciplined practice, value relationships, and smart career habits.
250 Years of Tradition
This special collector edition of PleinAir Magazine is an invitation to explore American landscapes through the eyes of the artists who have painted them, loved them, questioned them, and helped define them.
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for March 2026
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide, highlighting events in California, Florida, Louisiana, and even online. Bonus: Catch this month's deadlines so you don't miss out on upcoming opportunities to participate at similar events.
Finding Beauty in Unusual Places
There’s an interesting thing about beauty: it can be found everywhere, if one is tuned to its frequency and actively looking for it.
10 Tiny Treasures
Working on a surface 12 x 16 inches or smaller allows artists to respond quickly to shifting light and fleeting moments. Quick doesn’t mean easy, though ...
Fifteen Years and Counting
Anniversaries invite reflection — a moment to pause, take stock, and appreciate how far we’ve come. With this issue, we celebrate a special milestone: PleinAir Magazine’s 15th anniversary.
The Future of Plein Air is in Their Hands
When we nurture the next generation, we’re not just protecting a tradition — we’re ensuring that the beauty of the world, as seen through the artist’s eye, continues to be celebrated for years to come.
On Donating Art: Giving Back or Giving Too Much?
Our expert takes a look at the rewards and drawbacks of donating artwork to a charity auction.
Envisioning a New Plein Air Art Museum
Creating such a place takes more than one person’s dream. It requires a coalition of visionaries, philanthropists, collectors, and professionals who recognize this pivotal moment.
Marc Hanson: Why I Love Acrylic for Plein Air Painting
I jokingly tell my workshop students that the main reason I like using acrylic en plein air is that I can drink the solvent — water! My second favorite reason is ...
Laguna Plein Air Invitational Happening Now
Each year the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) turns Laguna Beach, California, into an outdoor painting studio...
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for October 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
Art School Live: Practical Art Marketing for Newbies
Actionable art marketing for new artists — start with strategy, convert a tiny email list into repeat collectors, price prints, repurpose reels, and run effective local and digital campaigns.
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.
Art Marketing Minute 144: Start with Strategy
In this episode of the Art Marketing Minute Podcast, Eric Rhoads welcomes Paul Friederichsen, an experienced creative director turned painter, to join the conversation.
The Top Plein Air Painting Events for September 2025
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide! Bonus: Includes upcoming event deadlines!
Art School Live: How to Approach a Gallery
Join Art Publisher Eric Rhoads on Art School Live as he gives you free art marketing instruction on: How to approach galleries; Expanding to new galleries without hurting existing partnerships; How to know if you're undervaluing your work; and more.
Art School Live: Start Selling Your Art Today
Join Art Publisher Eric Rhoads on Art School Live as he gives you free art marketing instruction on commissions, social media platforms, how to convert followers to buyers, and much more!
2025 Door County Plein Air Festival Celebrates Art, Nature & Award-Winning Talent
The 19th annual Door County Plein Air Festival, produced by Peninsula School of Art (PenArt) in Wisconsin, concluded its vibrant week-long celebration of creativity and community recently. More than 33 invited artists ...