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One Day in Bayou Country
Reflections on a plein air painting trip with no rules or deadlines - just inspiration and made-to-order sky holes.
Art Workshops and the Benefits of Going All In
Whether you’re looking to grow your skills or explore new avenues, art workshops and classes are an investment in your future. Here’s how to get the most from the experience — both during and after the event.
Artist Spotlight: Charlie Hunter
How Do You Describe Success?
Charlie Hunter: One of my favorite songwriters is Fred Eaglesmith. When he was a kid, he says all he wanted...
Nature’s Studio: 9 Paintings For Your Inspiration
Perhaps no one knows better the beauty awaiting us just outside our doors than the plein air painter. Here we share the work of nine artists who found inspiration close to home in a variety of gardens, yards, and green spaces.
Nature’s Studio: 9 Paintings For Your Inspiration
Perhaps no one knows better the beauty awaiting us just outside our doors than the plein air painter. Here we share the work of nine artists who found inspiration close to home in a variety of gardens, yards, and green spaces.
10th Annual Olmsted Plein Air – It’s a Wrap!
Thirty top-tier outdoor painters from across the United States gathered in Atlanta to celebrate art while painting the town.
Plein Air Podcast 257: Joe Paquet on Artistic Choices and More
In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews plein air painter Joe Paquet, who is leading a special session titled “A Beautiful Beginning: The Art of the Start” this year at the Plein Air Convention & Expo.
How Hip Hop Inspires My Plein Air Painting
San Francisco-based plein air painter Tom Colcord approaches his work with a unique mindset. When asked what he means by “the flow,” he references ...
Summer Art Retreat: Join Me and a Few Friends in the Adirondacks
Paint all day, every day, without any distractions; make deep friendships; have everything taken care of for you.
A Painting Exercise That’s Almost Like Therapy
Besides improving your brushwork, these painting exercises will go a long way in improving your overall confidence as you pursue your art goals.
Watch an inspiring video interview with Joe Paquet, who describes his upcoming Pre-Convention Workshop “A Beautiful Beginning," coming soon to the Plein Air Convention.
Guide to Plein Air Painting in North Carolina and Tennessee
Today the art scene in North Carolina and Tennessee is vibrant and ever-growing and the plein air tradition flourishes. Find opportunities and inspiration with this free guide!
Your May 2024 Painting Events Guide
Take advantage of these in-person and virtual plein air painting opportunities from our special guide!
Plein Air Heritage: A Swiss Landscape
In this piece, Calame eschews the scenes of snow-capped peaks that dominate his oeuvre in favor of a quieter view of the landscape. Rather than forbidding and awe-inspiring, the effect is ...
Atlanta’s 10th Annual Olmsted Plein Air Invitational takes place April 13-21 with 29 nationally and regionally recognized artists.