How Monet Painted the Wind (In a Single Afternoon)
Discover how Monet captured fleeting summer light and wind in "Woman with a Parasol" — a plein air masterclass in Impressionist technique.
In No Hurry to Impress
Meet the 25-Year-Old Who Paints Like Patience Still Matters
The Painting Lesson Hidden in Every Sunset
Hint: it starts with value, not color.
What I Brought Home From the Ozarks
Plein air painting tips, demo highlights, and Ozarks landscapes from the 2026 Plein Air Convention, plus a preview of 2027 at Zion and Bryce Canyon.
The Daily Habit Behind Kevin Macpherson’s Extraordinary Eye
Plein air master Kevin Macpherson shares his philosophy on observational painting, artistic seeing, and finding inspiration in the world around you every day.
The Case for Painting With Less
Donald Demers has spent decades stripping his process down to the essentials. His advice for painters: ditch the distractions and trust what's in front of you.