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A Teaching Moment
Susan Nicholas Gephart creates an atmosphere of "No fear, no failure.” Watch a brief video for new inspiration.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Essex Midday
In this series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of PleinAir Magazine, shares a favorite painting from a previous issue.
Quotable Artist: Albert Handell
Enjoy an inspirational quote from pastel artist Albert Handell.
5 Landscapes to Spark Inspiration
New places and experiences thrill the senses and spark inspiration. Here, five intrepid artists share the scenes that called to them during recent travels. From unexpected views of iconic landmarks to revealing looks at unfamiliar terrain, they take us along for the ride.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: The Cotton Gin
In this series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of PleinAir Magazine, shares a favorite painting from a previous issue.
An Abiding Passion for Painting
After attending this event for the first time, Suzie Baker hasn’t missed a year since. See why, and learn how to get your own spot for 2019.
Artist Spotlight: Donald Demers
Interesting fact: His maritime experience came about as a crew member aboard many traditional sailing vessels including schooners and square-riggers. Learn more about this plein air painter, and be inspired.
ARC Salon Now Accepting Entries
The ARC introduces new categories and a call to plein air artists this year: “To paint outdoors, completely from life is its own skill, and one that we are proud to highlight in our competition.”
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Out to Dry
In this series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of PleinAir Magazine, shares a favorite painting from a previous issue.
The 6B Graphite Pencil: An Essential Drawing Tool
Toolbox tip: Learn about the drawing tool that Michael Chesley Johnson says is essential for plein air artists.
Related Women, Related Paintings: Sisters, Friends, and Commissioned Landscapes
Susan Nicholas Gephart shares the compelling story about how a set of sisters commissioned her to paint meaningful landscapes.
Prominent Watercolor Artist Passes Away
Services are being held this week to honor his life and legacy.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: Stroll Along Discovery Lake
In this series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of PleinAir Magazine, shares a favorite painting from a previous issue.
50 Paintings of the “City by the Bay”
The weather can be dramatic in San Francisco, making it both interesting and challenging. Ellen Howard shares some keys to painting the city and surrounding landscape in this preview of an upcoming exhibition.
Spotlight on PACE Faculty: Joe Gyurcsak and the Joy of Mud
Joe Gyurcsak is not afraid of color, as his paintings show. But his favorite quote is from Edgar Degas, who said that galleries wanted colorful paintings, “but if I could have had my own way, I would have confined myself to black and white.” The Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) instructor explains.
The “Painter of Sunshine”
The year 1910 marked a dramatic shift in Edward Dufner’s style...
The Importance of Accurate Color Values
When learned and absorbed, this knowledge can bring dramatic changes to your work. See how in this guest blog post from John Pototschnik.
An Exploration of the Focal Point in a Painting
Is the focal point always the subject? The next time you are wondering why a painting you are working on seems dull and lifeless, think about this principle of “harmony and contrast” to see if you can come up with the answer.
7 New Oil Paintings by Kathie Odom
This artist is known for her “nostalgic impressionism.” View seven of her newest works here.
Kelly Kane’s Pick of the Week: A Soft Light
In this series Kelly Kane, Editor-in-Chief of PleinAir Magazine, shares a favorite painting from a previous issue.