OutdoorPainter

Check out this helpful list of tips from Carrie Curran, who lays out what you should do before painting, advice for sketching your scene, and steps for success.

Elements of wear and tear in Mat Barber Kennedy’s textural watercolors show signs of life and how we live it.

Artist Cindy Baron has revealed her selections for the May 2026 Salon Art Prize. Cindy is nationally recognized in both watercolors and oils, painting the grand landscapes of the western mountains and coastal shorelines. Her top choices are ...

Brienne Brown shares her approach to painting with watercolor in this quick tip for beginners.

Across centuries, artists have looked to high places for subjects that evoke awe, challenge perspective, and stir the spirit. From remote mountains and rugged cliffs to gently rolling hills, these scenes have long symbolized both grandeur and solitude. In this showcase, ten contemporary plein air painters continue that tradition, capturing the drama, mystery, and quiet majesty of the world’s elevated landscapes.

In case you missed it, check out this interview below with Paul Kratter, who demonstrates helpful techniques for sketching en plein air.

Plein air painter Shelby Keefe shows us how she took a lackluster photo reference and turned it into a painting with great design and color.

Clyde Aspevig has had a major influence on many painters all around the world, especially landscape painters. Although known best for his remarkable landscapes,...

To ensure she regularly paints from direct observation, Lyn Asselta uses this simply painting exercise each morning. It is to ...

Check out these July 2026 plein air painting events and opportunities, highlighting art shows throughout the U.S. Bonus: Catch this month's deadlines so you don't miss out on upcoming opportunities.