Painting en plein air

Anyone who has ever painted outdoors will tell you that there’s nothing quite like it. The fresh air, the beautiful light and colours—it’s all inspiring. But if you’re not a profe…

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Sharing a plein air outing as well as why and how I started painting with oil paints on location.

Forever trying to capture the magic of these mountains!! 🏔🌸🖌 Swipe through to see some behind-the-scenes & close-up shots of the final painting.🔍 It was created en plein air at one of my all time fav camping spots. No photos or art could ever do the place justice- but that won't stop me from trying! This textured original painting is 18 x 24" on cotton stretched canvas. 🎨🌄 Available at www.laurenaimeeart.com or through the link in my bio💖 . . . . . #landscapeart #landscapepainting…

Denise Gilroy on Instagram: "A studio painting resulting from a plein air outing. I often am torn about which direction to paint when I am out so this is the view that was behind me. Abandoned Mill, 12x12. #paletteknifepainting #impressionism #landscapepainting #idahoart #lowerpackriver"

There is something magical about painting outdoors. Many painters throughout history have understood this, especially the French Impressionist painters who

Six outstanding painters share useful plein air tips that helped them push through those early struggles so you can learn from their journeys.

The shallow space between our eyes and the ground is a haven of interesting textures, colors, and aromas, especially for plein air painters.