En Plein Air

Discover the benefits of painting outdoors with a group. From increased safety to camaraderie, learning opportunities, real-life inspiration, and group encouragement, find out why joining a painting group can take your artistic journey to new heights. Join us on our traveling art tours and explore the joys of creating art in the great outdoors.

Looking for a new source of inspiration and creativity in your art? Consider painting outdoors, also known as en plein air. As an artist, I found that painting outdoors provided a new level of inspiration and creativity that I couldn't find working with photos. That's why I started painting outdoors (en plein air) ; You utilize your all your senses when you paint outside and immerse yourself in the experience.

Are you looking for a charming painting experience in Park City, Utah? I always love both painting en plein air (outside on location) and at the Kimball Art Center in Park City, Utah. It’s such a beautiful place with delightful people, a wonderful atmosphere and breathtaking views. The bustling historic Main Street is charming, colorful and eclectic. The surrounding landscape offers picturesque mountains, farmlands and natural open space, cabins, classic barns and ski lodges.

Returning to Carmel-by-the-Sea to paint has been a family tradition for over 20 years. With my Aunt Ellie Weakley and her teaching partner, Cathy Goodale, Carmel is where I first started painting en Plein Air (painting outside from life). I remember going for the first time and trying to paint a full sheet (22” x 30”) watercolor of the Carmel Mission on my very awkward Russian Easel and feeling quite insecure about the effort.