Plein air painting is about the interaction of the artist and their surroundings during a brief moment of life. It’s direct contact with a chilly wind gust against the painter’s face, the smell of spring flowers, and quickly shifting light. It’s the buzz of a bee, and the excitement of children as they run up to ask if they’re a real artist. It’s exposing themselves to the elements and the publics scrutinies. No other mode of painting provides a more direct connection between artist, subject and public. Plein air painting is painting from life and life’s inspirations and experiences during that exact moment they’re happening.
 
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