PleinAirPainting
Claude Monet and the Art of Plein Air Painting
Monet's plein air painting teaches outdoor artists to return to one subject, work in series, rotate multiple canvases, and embrace changing light and weather.
Stories & History
7 May 2026
Inspiration
A more reflective side of plein air painting, shaped by artists, places, stories, and ideas. Alongside practical guidance, this section explores the wider creative world of painting outdoors and what continues to make it such a rewarding way to work.
Constable vs Turner: Two Visions of the British Landscape
A clear comparison of Constable vs Turner, showing Constable's careful observation and Turner's luminous feeling, their rivalry, influence, and where to see their works.
Stories & History
3 May 2026
How the Impressionists Changed Outdoor Painting Forever
The Impressionists made plein air painting central to modern art by taking paint into the landscape, using new materials and fast techniques to record specific moments of light.
Stories & History
23 Apr 2026
JMW Turner: Chasing Light Across Britain
Turner turned restless field observation into lessons on sketching, colour notes, and painting atmosphere. Practical guidance for outdoor painters following his lead.
Stories & History
22 Apr 2026
John Constable: The Father of British Plein Air Painting
A guide to Constable's disciplined plein air practice showing how his sky studies and annotated field sketches shaped his studio masterpieces and inform contemporary outdoor painting.
Stories & History
22 Apr 2026