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Plein Air Artist to Watch: Hannah C. Heyer
Hannah C. Heyer is a self-taught artist living and working in rural southeastern Minnesota. Working in oils and watercolor, her work is a study of place, time, and season.
Susiehyer’s Secret Collection
Exclusive Interview: Known for her representational landscape paintings, plein air artist Susie Hyer (who goes by Susiehyer), is revealing a different side of her art practice by showcasing her “secret” abstract works side-by-side with her traditional Western landscapes.
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.
Art Inspiration: Sorolla’s Garden
Like many of his fellow Impressionists in France, Spanish artist Joaquín Sorolla designed extensive gardens around his home and studio in Madrid (now the Sorolla Museum) as a reflection of his own creativity and works of art in themselves.
LPAPA Breaks Records This Year
The 27th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational, presented last week by the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA), concluded with record-breaking art sales and ideal weather for the 30 invited artists.
What’s Inside: PleinAir Magazine October/November 2025
Discover the beauty and artistry of plein air painting in the October/November 2025 issue of PleinAir Magazine. Preview the contents of this issue here!
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.
The Garden That Inspired Renoir
Discover the garden served Impressionist Pierre-Auguste Renoir as both an outdoor studio and a subject for painting.
Plein Air Painting … in China: Plein Air Podcast 266
Back from nearly four weeks painting en plein air in China, Eric Rhoads shares his discoveries about education-driven plein air bases, a booming watercolor scene, collaborative scrolls, and a frank art marketing conversation.
A Look at This Year’s Pikes Peak Plein Air
The event’s conclusion came with an awards ceremony held at the Ute Pass Cultural Center. Participants submitted their art to be put on display for judging and inclusion in the evening’s Gala, which began with ...
What’s Inside PleinAir Magazine, August/September ’25
Discover the beauty and artistry of plein air painting in the August/September 2025 issue of PleinAir magazine. Explore stunning landscapes, insightful artist features, practical painting tips, and the latest events in the plein air community.
2025 Door County Plein Air Festival: A Celebration of Art and Nature
The 2025 Door County Plein Air Festival returns this summer, 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.
Painting of the Week: “Boathouse Cove”
"My home state, Maine, holds a special place in my heart,” says Olena Babak. “Among its few plein air events, Cape Elizabeth’s Paint for Preservation has been ...
21st Annual Plein Air Easton Happening Now
In Easton, Maryland, they're welcoming 58 artists who are spending the week painting all over Talbot County for Plein Air Easton.
How a Chance Meeting at PACE Enriched My Life
They say you’re never too old to learn something new. I’ve also discovered you’re never too old to make new friends—especially when plein air painting brings you together.
Plein Air Painting Inspiration from France
A plein air painter reflects on capturing light, working from memory, and bridging the gap between outdoor inspiration and studio creation.
The Joy of Painting—and Sharing
Whether you’re heading into the field for the first time or the hundredth, I hope this issue of PleinAir Magazine inspires you to try something new, to share something useful, and to remember why you started painting in the first place.
What 50 Years of Plein Air Painting Taught Me
A seasoned artist reflects on 50 years of plein air painting, sharing lessons in creativity, aging with grace, and the joy of staying curious and connected through art.
From Online to In-Person at PACE
When you come to the Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE), you're bound to make new friends in the art community. This year, I was lucky to meet Carolyn Grand, who shared ...