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Hoosier Landscapes
Indiana’s rich history of landscape painters dates back to an earlier time when interstates and highways did not crisscross this verdant land.
The Artists Retreat You Deserve
Learn why these artists are committed to an entire week of “me time,” and be inspired to save your spot so you can join them!
PleinAir Podcast 125: Roger Dale Brown on Daily Painting and More
Eric Rhoads interviews artist Roger Dale Brown in this week’s PleinAir Podcast. Roger tells us how "the most horrifying experience" of his life got him back into painting; why Nashville has become such a great place for artists, and much more.
Learn to See and Interpret Light, Before Attempting to Paint It
In order to better understand the properties of light for your next landscape painting, practice this assignment from John Hughes.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Morning Above Dürrnberg
In this weekly series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of Plein Air Magazine, shares a favorite painting from the current issue.
A Day in the Life of an Artist: Michael Holter
We caught Michael Holter recently as he was packing for his next painting trip: China. In this Q&A, he shares with us what a typical day is like for him, what advice he has for other artists, and more.
First Brush of Spring for Hoosiers
Over 100 artists descended on the Wabash River town in Southwestern Indiana, competing for over $20,000 in prizes and purchase awards.
How to Paint Beaches: Nail the Illusion of Distance, Light, and Atmosphere
The key to an effective plein air beach scene is to keep it simple — and that goes for your equipment, your palette, and your subject.
Plein Air Painting for Dummies
If you’re new to painting outdoors (or know someone who is), take advice from these 11 artists, including the most obvious but overlooked things you should know, and what “plein errors” to avoid.
Kern County, California Celebrates Plein Air
The week brought many unexpected circumstances and challenges for the artists, including high winds, herds of curious horses investigating the painting, and separate encounters with a bull and a rattlesnake who were equally unamused.
PleinAir Podcast 123: Utah Landscape Painter David Dibble on Composition and More
The landscape compositions of David Dibble, who tells the story of his heritage through art, are second to none. In this PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads, they discuss art inspiration, the keys to getting the most out of an art workshop, and much more.
Featured Artwork: Lon Brauer
Thru the Barn
24 x 20 in.
Oil on panel
Plein air
Bath County, VA 2017
Available through the artist
Doorways. Passageways. Inside spaces. Outside spaces. Inside out / outside...
Featured Artwork: Carl Bretzke
Tracks On River Ice
22 x 40 in.
Oil on linen
2019
Available Through Grenning Gallery, Sag Harbor, NY
January seemed colder than usual this year. As a result...
Painting the Town in Texas Hill Country
Activities during this plein air event included Student Art Day, a VIP auction, a quick draw competition, and more. See who took home awards!
How You Can Be Part Of A Paint Tribe
When our batteries run down, we’re not giving the best we can offer. Imagine a week with a big smile, just spending time painting, relaxing, and simply talking like the old days … and not having a care in the world.
Beginning April 28: Fifth Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational
Contemporary Impressionist paintings of Atlanta will be created and sold during a series of events throughout the week.
2019 Chadds Ford Paint Out Recap
The Chadds Ford Historical Society welcomes artists to challenge themselves by painting the winter season. It was a favorite time of year for the late artist Andrew Wyeth, known for his unparalleled mastery among contemporary painters for capturing what he called the “bones of a landscape” in winter.
Call for Entries: Plein Air Grand Marais
This event has a 16-year tradition of bringing outdoor painters to the North Shore of Lake Superior for a week of painting, competition, learning, and camaraderie.
2019 Plein Air Unleashed
In this four-day event, artists from across Virginia and Southern Maryland are invited to spend the week in the Northern Neck of Virginia painting our beautiful scenery en plein air.
Painting Outdoors with Watercolor AND/OR Oil
Artist Cindy Baron shares how and why she chooses which medium to use at plein air events.