Podcasts by Plein Air Art Podcast

What It's Like to Paint New Zealand from 2022-10-24T14:38

In this special episode, Eric Rhoads welcomes three artists from the recent painting trip he led to beautiful, exotic New Zealand, "truly a magical place."

Eric Rhoads on the Creators Studio with Jeff Olson from 2022-09-09T13:05:11

The tables are turned as Jeff Olson, the Art Education Director for Royal Talens, interviews Eric Rhoads during a Creator's Studio episode. In case you missed it watch below - Jeff interviews Er...

Plein Air Podcast 225: Jill Stefani Wagner from 2022-09-01T21:19:50

Eric Rhoads interviews Jill Stefani Wagner; they discuss the world of plein air painting for beginners and experienced artists.

• What plein air events are like, and the benefits of a...
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Russian Landscape Painter Zufar Bikbov from 2022-05-06T00:42:47

Eric Rhoads interviews Russian landscape painter Zufar Bikbov in a fascinating conversation. Sign up for the Plein Air Today newsletter at https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newslett...

How Mark Shasha Keeps Getting to the Next Level from 2022-04-29T11:14:12

Eric Rhoads interviews Mark Shasha, an amazing plein air and studio artist. Sign up for the Plein Air Today newsletter at https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/

Kyle Buckland on Art Inspiration and More from 2022-04-12T14:15:43

Eric Rhoads interviews Kyle Buckland on:

• How he fell in love with impressionism as a teenager and how he is inspired by the work ethic of historic painters
• Reflections on b...
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Ned Mueller on the Plein Air Movement and More from 2022-04-01T16:59:31

Eric Rhoads interviews Ned Mueller on today's plein air movement, his advice for beginners, and the first time he painted outdoors (Spoiler: "It was a disaster."). At 81, Ned reminds us that "yo...

Pierre Guidetti of Savoir Faire on Color and More from 2022-03-21T15:02

Listen to a lively conversation about essential colors for plein air painting, the role of art and building a better world, and more, with Pierre Guidetti of Savoir Faire and Eric Rhoads.

Matt Ryder on Plein Air in Dubai from 2022-03-15T17:19

Eric Rhoads interviews Matt Ryder on what life is like as an artist in Dubai, including painting in excessive temperatures, and the landscape scenery; plus, mastering values, using photos, and p...

Douglas Fryer on Painting the Abstract Landscape from 2022-03-10T15:43:24

In this episode of the Plein Air Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews abstract landscape painter Douglas Fryer on his historical inspirations, finding your authenticity as an artist, and more.

Insider Secrets: Advice from Top Plein Air Pros Revealed from 2022-03-03T20:03:55

Eric Rhoads of Plein Air Magazine hosts three top plein air painters to discuss what they have discovered over years of painting experience to be more successful when outdoors painting.

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Kevin Macpherson on How Artists are Wired Differently, and More from 2022-01-17T18:33:34

Listen to this podcast, and be a better painter. Kevin Macpherson discusses his magic grid system of painting; why he loves teaching someone who has never painted before; how artists are wired d...

Larry Moore on Creativity and More from 2021-08-16T04:00

Eric Rhoads interviews artist, author, and creative coach Larry Moore.

Listen as they discuss:

• The concept of abstraction in landscape painting and how Larry...
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Maynard Dixon Expert Mark Sublette from 2021-08-06T18:30:58

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Mark Sublette, the owner of the Medicine Man Gallery, an expert on Maynard Dixon, and the host of the Art Dealer Diaries po...

Maynard Dixon Expert Mark Sublette from 2021-08-06T18:30:58

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Mark Sublette, the owner of the Medicine Man Gallery, an expert on Maynard Dixon, and the host of the Art Dealer Diaries po...

PleinAir Podcast 214: Maynard Dixon Expert Mark Sublette from 2021-08-06T18:30:58

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Mark Sublette, the owner of the Medicine Man Gallery, an expert on Maynard Dixon, and the host of the Art Dealer Diaries podcast.
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CW Mundy and the Principles of Painting from 2021-07-08T12:18:30

Eric Rhoads interviews American impressionist CW Mundy live during the Publisher's Invitational in the Adirondacks. Listen and put these principles to work to help your painting improv right awa...

The Future of the Plein Air Movement from 2021-04-27T12:20:45

Because of COVID, our world has changed. How will that affect your ability to sell paintings? How will that affect the hundreds of plein air events? Eric Rhoads h...

Shawn Dell Joyce on Artists Making a Difference from 2021-04-14T11:38:52

Eric Rhoads interviews Shawn Dell Joyce on how artists can help preserve farms and rural areas; how to encourage others to paint outdoors; tips for painting Fall ...

James Willis on Painting Architecture and More from 2021-04-06T05:24:16

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews British artist James Willis on painting buildings and cityscapes, art history, and more.

Listen as they discuss:

- How he left his career in ...

Charles Muench on Artistic Discipline and More from 2021-03-10T12:24:24

Eric Rhoads interviews Charles Muench, who says, "it's live and die with every canvas, live and die with every brush stroke."

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Mike Hernandez on Channeling Fear and More from 2021-03-02T13:14:28

Eric Rhoads interviews plein air painter and former production designer for DreamWorks Animation Mike Hernandez. Mike shares how he learned to channel his fear in...

Ben Bauer's Leap to Being a Full-Time Artist from 2021-02-24T15:04:22

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews contemporary American landscape painter Ben Bauer, who recently left his job to become a full-time artist. They key essenti...

Watercolor Artist Tom Lynch on Building an Art Career and More from 2021-02-17T14:38:27

Eric Rhoads interviews watercolor artist Tom Lynch; listen and learn how to build a career and make a successful living from someone who's done both.

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John Coleman on Artist Success and More from 2021-02-10T12:57:50

Eric Rhoads interviews Western artist John Coleman, who shares what, to him (and maybe to many successful artists), is the scariest thing in the world - it's not what you think.

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John Michael Carter on Painting Composition and More from 2021-02-03T02:12:24

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews plein air and studio painter John Michael Carter on realism in art, the process of learning and finding one's voice, and painting elements such as composit...

Representational Landscape Painter Garin Baker from 2021-01-26T17:26:41

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Garin Baker, a traditional representational painter and instructor at the Art Students League of New York.

PleinAir Podcast 202: From the Art Dealer Diaries, Part 2 from 2021-01-18T20:04:16

In this second half of Eric's interview on the Art Dealer Diaries Podcast with Mark Sublette, Eric shares his interesting path to publishing and how Plein Air grew into a convention, Salon, and ...

PleinAir Podcast 201: From the Art Dealer Diaries, Part 1 from 2021-01-13T06:27:50

In this special edition, listen to an interview with Mark Sublette of the Art Dealers Diaries podcast as he interviews Eric Rhoads about his path from the radio business to art, how he keeps up ...

Randall Sexton on Seeing Color and More from 2020-12-18T18:47:47

Eric Rhoads interviews artist Randall Sexton, who goes into why he has been experimenting with abstract art and how his approach has changed over the years, as well as thoughts on seeing color, ...

Interview with Watercolor Artist Pablo Rubén from 2020-12-15T02:40:03

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Spanish watercolor artist Pablo Rubén on the international plein air painting scene, and more.

Cynthia Rosen on Painting with a Palette Knife and More from 2020-12-07T16:37:21

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews artist Cynthia Rosen, who is known for her colorful palette knife landscape paintings and her "no-fear" approach.

Gene Costanza, From Officer to Artist from 2020-11-30T17:21:43

Eric Rhoads interviews former police sergeant Gene Costanza, who shares the serendipitous experiences - and hard work - that helped him become the artist he is today. 

George Gallo on Making Movies and Art from 2020-11-20T19:16:10

Eric Rhoads interviews movie director and plein air artist George Gallo, who takes us behind the scenes of his first movie, "Local Color." They also discuss painting for yourself versus the mark...

Carole Gray-Weihman on Art Movements and More from 2020-11-13T19:21:01

Eric Rhoads interviews Carole Gray-Weihman art movements from neo-expressionism to plein air. Bonus: Learn the reason painting "blocks" can be exciting, and why it's a good practice.

Beverly Ford Evans on Understanding Values and More from 2020-11-06T21:51:33

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Nashville native Beverly Ford Evans on how she fell in love with painting wildlife en plein air; how to enhance the scene in front of you to create a bette...

Italian Artist Francesco Fontana on Watercolor and More from 2020-10-30T20:26:39

In this interview, listen to Francesco Fontana tell us about what it was like to continue living as an artist in Italy during the initial Covid outbreak; his approach to painting watercolor and ...

Josh Clare on Painting in the Snow and More from 2020-10-12T15:53:26

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Josh Clare, who shares the surprising advice he got about how to excel at painting and experience substantial growth as an artist; the first thing he looks...

French Impressionist Painter Antonin Passemard from 2020-10-05T13:45:17

Eric Rhoads interviews French Impressionist painter Antonin Passemard, who shares what it was like to study art through the Repin Academy; why it can be easier to teach someone painting if they'...

Carolyn Anderson On The Language of Art and More from 2020-09-29T17:03:41

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Carolyn Anderson on what it was like to work at Disney's' Imagineering workshop and how it influenced her as an artist; why we have such a hard time with e...

Qiang Huang on Art as a Science and More from 2020-09-21T13:46:35

In this episode Eric interviews artist Qiang Huang on how he discovered plein air painting, what he learned from Richard Schmid, and much more!

Thomas W. Schaller on Painting the "Light" in Watercolor and More from 2020-09-16T00:08:39

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews the world famous watercolorist Thomas W. Schaller on bad painting habits, developing good design as a painter, the one thing that has made him want to burn...

Georgia Mansur on Acrylic Plein Air Painting and More from 2020-09-08T13:57:21

Today Eric Rhoads interviews Georgia Mansur, an American artist living and working in Australia for most of her life - you don't want to miss this one!

Art Curator Timothy Standring on Contemporary and Historic Painters from 2020-08-31T23:33:53

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Timothy Standring, who is the Curator Emeritus of the Denver Art Museum, an art historian, author, and much more.

Rose Frantzen on Philosophies of Art and More from 2020-08-17T22:41:32

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Rose Frantzen, who shares some of the deepest thinking about painting you may have ever heard.

Brienne Brown on Painting with Watercolor and More from 2020-08-12T14:40:51

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews watercolor artist Brienne Brown painting outdoors, framing watercolors, and much more.

Mary Longe Shares Advice for Starting a Plein Air Group from 2020-08-03T05:21:31

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Mary Longe of the Plein Painters of Chicago on how to have a successful plein air group.

PleinAir Live Women's Panel on the Art-Life Balance from 2020-07-23T03:03:07

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Sherrie McGraw, Jane Hunt, and Kathleen Hudson during the "Art-Life Balance" roundtable during Plein Air Live.

PleinAir Podcast 181: Jill Carver on Values, Shapes, and More from 2020-07-14T15:14:43

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Jill Carver on the four principles of art she'll discuss during Plein Air Live, and much more.

Kevin Macpherson on Painting in Mexico and More from 2020-07-06T17:04:59

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews artist, author, and teacher Kevin Macpherson on his upcoming demonstrations for Plein Air Live (which includes a live Q&A), and much more.

Craig Nelson on Critical Skills for Artists and More from 2020-06-29T15:22:38

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Craig Nelson, a landscape painter who began his career in art by doing album covers, including for Sammy Davis and The Everly Brothers.

Jane Bell Meyer on Working with Art Galleries and More from 2020-06-22T15:42:10

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Jane Bell Meyer, art dealer and creator of "Where in the World is Plein Air."

Lon Brauer on Painting and More from 2020-06-16T22:39:09

In this episode Eric interviews Lon Brauer on entering - and winning - plein air competitions, and much more.

Pierre Guidetti on the History of Savoir-Faire and More from 2020-06-06T00:17:40

In this episode Eric Rhoads chats with Pierre Guidetti, CEO and co-founder of Savoir-Faire, which makes the original paints used by the first Impressionists. Guidetti is both an art supply histo...

Kathie Odom on Painting Alla Prima and More from 2020-05-30T02:54:50

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews impressionist artist Kathie Odom her past decade of painting outdoors, including her advice for beginning plein air painters.

Plein Air Artist Lyn Boyer on Knowing 'What' To Paint from 2020-05-22T16:16:02

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Lyn Boyer on how to make the most out of each plein air painting experience, and more.

Lori Putnam on Painting Loosely and More from 2020-05-15T20:55:40

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Contemporary American Impressionist Lori Putnam, who tells us about her plein air painting process, and much more.

Kim Lordier on Painting with Pastels and More from 2020-05-08T21:32:21

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Kim Lordier about painting from photo references,  creating atmospheric perspective, and more.

Dr. Dan Hill on Eye Tracking in Art from 2020-05-04T13:42:51

In this episode Eric interviews Dr. Dan Hill, CEO of Sensory Logic, facial decoder, and author of "Listen

Iain Stewart on Painting with Watercolor and More from 2020-04-24T19:59:51

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Scottish artist Iain Stewart on watercolor techniques, his path as an artist, and more.

Sergio Roffo on Painting Boats, Skies, and More from 2020-04-17T16:52:35

In this episode Eric interviews nautical painter Sergio Roffo on painting boats, sails, skies, and water en plein air, and more.

Mary Garrish on Cold Wax Medium and More from 2020-04-10T19:51:38

In this episode Eric interviews Mary Garrish on painting outdoors, using cold wax, and more.

Artist Couple Susan Blackwood and Howard Friedland from 2020-04-03T18:29:06

In this episode Eric interviews the artist couple Susan Blackwood and Howard Friedland, who share: The romantic story of how, during an art event, their easels kept moving closer together; How t...

Jay Abraham on Selling Art Through a Crisis from 2020-03-27T16:51:14

In this special edition, Eric Rhoads interviews American business executive, conference speaker, and author Jay Abraham on what artists and galleries should be doing right now to stay in busines...

Kyle Ma on Painting Roses, Drawing Shapes, and More from 2020-03-21T01:19:20

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews representational painter Kyle Ma, who shares how he balances college life with plein...

Lois Griffel on Impressionism and More from 2020-03-16T18:22:22

In this episode Eric interviews portrait and landscape painter Lois Griffel, who talks about discipline versus talent, and ...

Realist Painter Daniel Sprick on Art Techniques and More from 2020-03-06T16:11:28

In this episode Eric interviews master artist Daniel Sprick, who explains painting techniques such as linear perspective an...

Art Historian and Brown County Author Lyn Letsinger-Miller from 2020-02-29T01:41:25

In this episode Eric interviews art historian Lyn Letsinger-Miller, who is the author of “The Artists of Brown County.” Listen

Debra Joy Groesser on Life as an Artist and More from 2020-02-21T03:59:33

In this episode Eric interviews Nebraska artist Debra Joy Groesser, who is also the American Impressionist Society presiden...

Tom Hughes on the Importance of Camaraderie and More from 2020-02-15T00:12:56

In this episode Eric interviews Tom Hughes, winner of the 2019 Plein Air Salon. Hughes shares hListen

John Hughes on Color in Landscape Paintings and More from 2020-02-07T18:20:12

In this episode Eric interviews John Hughes, who is a painter, teacher, and a guest writer for Plein Air Magazine and Plein...

Jay Moore on Landscape Painting Techniques and More from 2020-01-31T18:24:38

In this episode Eric interviews Jay Moore, who had a serious near-death experience while painting outdoors.

PleinAir Podcast 157: Attorney Sam P. Israel on Copyright Law for Artists from 2020-01-27T15:11:29

In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Sam P. Israel, art attorney and managing partner of Sam P. Israel P.C. Eric and Sam ...

Chuck Waldman on Art Materials and More from 2020-01-17T20:44:27

Listen as Chuck Waldman shares: His physical experience with certain art materials, why he shied away from them, and what's changed since then; How he went from being a family practitioner for 2...

PleinAir Podcast 155: Part 2 of the T. Allen Lawson Interview from 2020-01-10T17:57:59

This week, listen to the second half of this fascinating interview with Tim Allen Lawson.

T. Allen Lawson on Artist Struggles, Painting, and More from 2020-01-03T20:49

Eric Rhoads welcomes one of the most prominent plein air painters in America, Tim Allen Lawson. For the first time in the history of this podcast, this episode co...

Raleigh Kinney on Painting with Watercolor, and More from 2019-12-16T02:28:16

Eric Rhoads welcomes watercolor artist Raleigh Kinney to the show. Raleigh tells us what he uses to enhance the color of his watercolor paintings, and why he does...

Mitch Baird on Value, Color Temperature, and More from 2019-12-09T04:28:57

Eric Rhoads interviews representational landscape painter Mitch Baird, who shares how he handles painting greens (Hint: the...

William Scott Jennings on Painting Values, Color, and More from 2019-12-03T15:00:40

A talented painter who is also great at explaining painting techniques, William Scott Jennings joins Eric Rhoads for this episode.

London-Based Landscape Painter David Curtis from 2019-11-26T05:38:12

In this PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads, you’ll be inspired by David Curtis, who is a member of the Royal Society of Marine Artists and the Royal Institute of O...

Icon John Stobart on Painting, Life as an Artist, and More from 2019-11-19T19:56:42

Plein air artist and icon John Stobart turns 90 next month. Here, John shares what he has learned from a lifetime of living as an artist. He includes how he overc...

Mark Boedges on Painting Greens and More from 2019-11-04T15:10:39

Eric Rhoads interviews landscape painter Mark Boedges, who explains why he tends to avoid greens even though they show up in his landscape paintings.

Teio Meedendorp on the True Life of Van Gogh from 2019-10-21T06:52:29

Eric Rhoads interviews Teio Meedendorp, the world’s leading expert on Vincent Van Gogh. Meedendorp sheds light on the myths and misinterpretations of Van Gogh’s l...

Molly Siple on Building Your Art Career and More from 2019-10-09T17:46:50

Eric Rhoads interviews contemporary art historian and author Molly Siple. Since the 1990s, Siple has interviewed more than 200 artists (most of whom are plein air) for the California Art Club ne...

Matt Ryder on Painting in the Desert and More from 2019-10-07T04:33

Meet British artist Matt Ryder, who is a full-time artist working in Dubai, UAE. "I'm painting the area before it changes forever,” Ryder says.

Haidee-Jo Summers on Brushwork, Finding Painting Subjects, and More from 2019-09-20T20:42:22

UK artist Haidee-Jo Summers tells us about her brushwork techniques for plein air, and much more!

Sharon Bamber’s 1,000-Mile On-Foot Painting Journey from 2019-09-18T14:38:03

Discover the story of Sharon Bamber, who walked -and painted - 1,000 miles with a donkey across the mountains of France and Spain on the Way of Saint James.  Listen

Scott Gellatly on Color, Oil Paints, and More from 2019-09-09T03:29:24

Eric Rhoads interviews Scott Gellatly, who is both an artist and the Product Manager for Gamblin Artist’s Oil Colors. Listen below to learn more about paint than ...

Ken Salaz on Painting Waterfalls, Scumbling, and More from 2019-08-30T17:59:04

Eric Rhoads interviews artist (and mentalist / magician!) Ken Salaz. You’ll learn the anatomy of painting a waterfall, the tradition of seekers of beauty, how Sal...

Michael Obermeyer on Painting Landscapes for the Air Force, and More from 2019-08-24T19:04:15

Eric Rhoads welcomes California landscape painter Michael Obermeyer, whose paintings are in the U.S. Air Force Historical Art Collection in the Smithsonian Instit...

Linda Glover Gooch on Painting Clouds and More from 2019-08-19T10:54:37

Eric Rhoads interviews landscape painter Linda Glover Gooch, who takes us into her experiences of painting and life, including a topic that’s never been discussed...

Artist Forum in the Adirondacks from 2019-08-09T21:44:54

At the Publisher’s Invitational in the Adirondack Mountains this summer, Eric Rhoads welcomed the 86 artists to participate in a lively forum for this episode. Th...

Spotlight on Laguna Plein Air Painters Association from 2019-08-02T17:02:40

Eric Rhoads interviews Rosemary Swimm, the Executive Director of the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association. Even if you’re not in California, you’ll want to liste...

Paul Kratter on Painting for Beginners and More from 2019-07-30T11:19:33

This week Eric Rhoads interviews landscape artist Paul Kratter. They discuss close encounters with Edgar Payne paintings, art advice for the true beginner, and mu...

Ireland’s Plein Air Event, “Art in the Open” from 2019-07-17T11:23:47

Eric Rhoads interviews three organizers from Ireland’s prominent plein air event, “Art in the Open.”

John Poon on Painting Landscapes in Four Steps and More from 2019-07-13T12:08:47

Eric Rhoads interviews John Poon. Listen as they discuss rejections, teaching art, why plein air can be compared to a sport, and much more. 

JR Baldini of the International Plein Air Painters from 2019-07-07T21:03:42

Eric Rhoads interviews JR Baldini, Executive Director of the International Plein Air Painters organization in this week’s podcast.

Artist Cody DeLong on Art Business and More from 2019-07-01T20:28:52

Eric Rhoads interviews modern impressionist Cody DeLong. DeLong shares the six questions he tells students to ask themselves, his close encounter with a mountain ...

En Train Air (When Painters Ride the Rails) from 2019-06-24T13:17:56

Join a group of America’s top plein air painters for a funny, wide-ranging discussion about the practicalities, pitfalls, challenges, and triumphs of traveling by...

Artist Ray Roberts on Plein Air Techniques and More from 2019-06-18T12:40:01

Eric Rhoads interviews artist Ray Roberts, who shares his painting techniques and his advice on composition, design, color, value, drawing, and more.

Josh Elliott on Painting Without a Formula and More from 2019-06-10T11:19:43

Eric Rhoads interviews Montana artist Josh Elliott, who shares why he doesn't teach art workshops, how he times his paintings when painting outdoors, and much mor...

Plein Air Painting and Its Future from 2019-05-31T13:10:52

Join Eric Rhoads and five other highly influential experts for a panel discussion, recorded live at the Plein Air Convention!

Dawn Whitelaw: Her Painting Approach to Plein Air and More from 2019-05-28T11:11:34

Eric Rhoads interviews Dawn Whitelaw. Dawn shares her advice for the beginner plein air painter, the paintings that made her say "I just didn't know paint could l...

Roger Dale Brown on Daily Painting and More from 2019-05-20T11:08:59

Eric Rhoads interviews artist Roger Dale Brown, who tells us how "the most horrifying experience" of his life got him back into painting; why Nashville has become...

How Plein Air Painting Influences the Movie Industry from 2019-05-13T11:13:12

How has plein air painting influenced and impacted animated motion pictures? What have top animation artists discovered about color and light that can help painte...

Utah Landscape Painter David Dibble on Composition and More from 2019-05-06T11:18:31

Eric Rhoads interviews artist David Dibble, who addresses the keys to getting the mo...

Australian Artist Leon Holmes on Painting Small, Art as a Journey, and More from 2019-04-19T17:56:08

Leon Holmes shares his passion for painting outdoors, including experimenting with new supplies and methods, capturing ephemeral light in different places in the ...

Nancy Tankersley on Working with Galleries, Studio vs Plein Air, and More from 2019-04-19T17:25:06

Eric Rhoads interviews contemporary impressionist Nancy Tankersley. Listen

Impressionist Artist Christine Lashley on Painting and More from 2019-04-14T23:10:06

Contemporary impressionist painter Christine Lashley shares her advice for new plein air painters, the subjective concept of beauty in art, constructive criticism...

Representational Painter John Lasater on Being a Full-Time Artist and More from 2019-04-05T14:55:43

Landscape painter John Lasater on balancing art and family, what it takes to be a professional artist, his passion for art history Listen

Impressionist Artist Richard Oversmith on Plein Air Painting Techniques and More from 2019-03-31T21:41:32

Plein air artist Richard Oversmith on techniques for painting outdoors, understanding color, traveling with paints — and mu...

From the Pros: Best Practices on Participating in a Plein Air Festival and More from 2019-03-18T12:32:10

Two of the organizers of Plein Air Easton discuss best practices for artists at festivals: entering, selling, and pricing your work; the worst thing that can happ...

Pixar Artist Bill Cone on Capturing the Colors of Nature en Plein Air and More from 2019-03-11T11:16:48

Plein air artist Bill Cone on how painting outdoors informed his work on animated films for Pixar — and much more. 

PleinAir Podcast Episode 115: Anne Blair Brown on Painting Composition and More from 2019-02-24T22:25:04

Eric Rhoads interviews expressionist painter Anne Blair Brown in this week’s PleinAi...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 114: Clark Mitchell on Painting Majestic Landscapes and More from 2019-02-17T22:31:39

Clark Mitchell on majestic painting scenes, advice for younger artists, painting with pastels — and much more — in this Ple...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 113: Kami Mendlik on Setting Art Goals and More from 2019-02-10T23:16:58

Kami Mendlik on achieving art goals, improving your art, some of the issues women face as artists — and much more — in this...

podcast 112 / Aimee Erickson from 2019-02-03T23:42:29

Aimee Erickson shares an exercise that can allow you to think more specifically about color — and much more — in this PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads.

PleinAir Podcast Episode 111: Joseph Zbukvic on the Evolution of Watercolor and More from 2019-01-27T23:02:47

Internationally known watercolorist Joseph Zbukvic talks about “traps” artists can fall into, how various countries handle art and education, and much more, in this week’s PleinAir Podcast with ...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 110: Joe Gyurcsak on Approaching Art Galleries and More from 2019-01-19T01:13:23

What does it mean to have a consistent body of work? Joe Gyurcsak shares this and much more, in this week’s PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads.

PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads Episode 109: Jake Gaedtke on the Vetting Process, Painting Nocturnes, and More from 2019-01-07T14:17:15

In this week’s PleinAir Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews Jake Gaedtke, who shares his passion for painting outdoors at night, the importance of the vetting process...

PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads Episode 108: Ed Terpening on Painting Full Time and More from 2019-01-02T14:16:01

Score advice on transitioning from retirement (or a current “day job”) to being a full-time painter, how to handle the double-edged sword of social media, and mor...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 107: Michele Byrne on Selling Art and More from 2018-12-26T14:46:10

Eric Rhoads interviews impressionist oil painter Michele Byrne in this week’s PleinAir Podcast. Byrne tells us why she prefers using a palette knife, shares her a...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 106: Timothy Horn on Painting Reflections and More from 2018-12-18T12:08:41

PleinAir Podcast Episode 105: Richard McKinley on Painting Landscapes in Nature and More from 2018-12-09T15:09:43

This week’s podcast guest is landscape painter Richard McKinley, who shares why it becomes more difficult to paint over time; his advice for painting as a profess...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 104: Jim McVicker on Painting Outdoors Since 1973 from 2018-12-04T17:05:28

In this week’s podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews oil painter Jim McVicker, who “was hooked immediately” on art when he first used acrylics to copy paintings from a ...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 103: Cindy Baron on Becoming a Professional Artist from 2018-11-27T14:18:35

Cindy Baron, a “blended traditionalist” painter from South Bend, Indiana, is this week’s guest on the PleinAir Podcast.

PleinAir Podcast Episode 102: Richard Lindenberg on Art as a Business and More from 2018-11-18T23:00:38

In the latest PleinAir Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews Richard Lindenberg, who explains that being a professional artist isn’t something he’d recommend for everyo...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 101: Barbara Tapp from 2018-11-11T22:29:36

It took watercolor artist Barbara Tapp seven years of doing *this* to transition from drawing as an architectural illustrator to becoming a true painter. Learn wh...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 100: Mark Fehlman from 2018-11-01T19:40:07

Can you believe this is our 100th episode of the PleinAir Podcast?! That’s 100 interviews with today’s artists and experts. Listen to this latest episode, featuri...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 99: Gay Faulkenberry from 2018-10-26T19:48:16

In this week’s PleinAir Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews Oklahoma artist Gay Faulkenberry, who is a Signature Member of the Plein Air Painters of America (PAPA). I...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 98: Peggy Immel from 2018-10-22T11:05:52

Be inspired today when you listen to this enlightening conversation between Publisher Eric Rhoads and his featured guest, Peggy Immel, who shares her artistic jou...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 97: Michael Holter from 2018-10-14T17:16:58

Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews American Impressionist Michael Holter in this week’s PleinAir Podcast. Holter shares why painting outdoors is a “vital” part of h...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 96: Laurie Kersey from 2018-10-05T11:01:23

Laurie Kersey’s work includes the dramatic coastline and quiet countryside of California through still lifes, floral, figure, and equine paintings. In this PleinA...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 95: Susan Nicholas Gephart from 2018-10-02T11:20:01

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 94: John Pototschnik from 2018-09-24T16:25:49

Hear what Pototschnik has to say about becoming an artist (including how important marketing has been in his path), his limited palette and color choices, and mor...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 93: Mario Robinson from 2018-09-17T13:04:14

Mario Robinson tells us about painting figures en plein air, what it was like to be an artist and serve in the U.S. Army, and more.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 92: Suzie Baker from 2018-09-07T11:55:05

What makes a good art workshop student? Find out this and much more in the latest PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 91: Keiko Tanabe from 2018-09-04T18:46:12

Eric Rhoads interviews watercolor landscape artist Keiko Tanabe in this new podcast.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 90: Bob Rohm from 2018-08-24T14:00

This week Eric Rhoads interviews Bob Rohm, who calls himself a tonal landscape painter who is impressionistic mostly in terms of his brushwork. Rohm explains what...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 89: Debra Huse from 2018-08-18T12:33:51

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 88: Tim Newton from 2018-08-14T11:36:25

If you’ve ever wanted to understand the mindset of an art collector, you’ll want to listen to this fascinating conversation with the Chairman of the Salmagundi Club.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 87: Scott Christensen from 2018-08-03T15:50:59

In this week’s PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads, listen to a captivating conversation with Scott Christensen. The two met on a fine art cruise to Russia ten ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 86: Michael Chesley Johnson from 2018-07-24T00:46:27

In this week’s podcast, discover how Michael Chesley Johnson works with multiple mediums for painting outdoors, his thoughts on the color wheel, and how to not on...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 85: Aaron Schuerr from 2018-07-17T17:19:50

Aaron Schuerr gives us insights into his “plein air adventurer” lifestyle, which offers him experiences that are no less than profound.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 84: Jill Carver from 2018-07-08T13:37:01

This week’s PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads features Jill Carver, whose work “explores the dialogue between abstraction and realism.”

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 83: Dan Marshall from 2018-06-21T17:48:33

This week’s PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads features Dan Marshall, a tattoo artist whose passion includes painting with watercolor en plein air.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 82: Dave Santillanes from 2018-06-21T17:33:33

From art galleries to sales, this week’s podcast takes you into the business side of art.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 81: Liz Haywood-Sullivan from 2018-06-06T17:44:28

Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews pastelist Liz Haywood-Sullivan, an artist who focuses on helping artists advance in their work and career, in this week’s PleinAi...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 80: Lori McNee from 2018-06-05T15:18:34

This week’s podcast features an interview with artist, author, and influencer Lori McNee.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 79: Marc Dalessio from 2018-05-30T11:54:26

Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews Marc Dalessio in this week’s PleinAir Art Podcast. Dalessio is an American artist who went to Italy in 1992 on a one-year trip, a...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 78: Sherrie McGraw from 2018-05-21T19:43:09

Eric Rhoads interviews figurative and still life artist Sherrie McGraw, who is known for her classical chiaroscuro paintings.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 77: David Leffel from 2018-05-14T14:07:53

Portrait and landscape artist David Leffel, who recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award, discusses his life story, from major surgeries during his adolesce...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 76: Stewart White from 2018-05-07T18:23:01

Recorded live at the 7th Annual Plein Air Convention & Expo, this PleinAir Art Podcast includes an audience Q&A session with Stewart White and Eric Rhoads!...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 75: Nancie King Mertz from 2018-05-03T14:26:39

Curious about pastel? In this interview with Publisher Eric Rhoads, Master Artist Nancie King Mertz discusses the medium, including the techniques she uses. Listen

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 74: Joe Paquet from 2018-05-02T04:00

From art marketing to philosophy, you’ll be inspired and will pick up some helpful advice in this PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads and artist Joe Paquet.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 73: Frank LaLumia from 2018-04-22T17:05:39

Listen to the latest PleinAir Art Podcast, in which Eric Rhoads interviews Frank LaLumia on painting outdoors with watercolor and oil, and “the three S’s of plein...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 72: John Crump from 2018-04-13T11:00

New Zealand artist John Crump shares his journey as a professional artist in the latest PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 71: Ralph Oberg from 2018-04-04T17:15:38

In this episode of the PleinAir Art Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews Colorado artist Ralph Oberg, who reflects that “the only ones who lose are the ones ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 70: Jennifer McChristian from 2018-04-02T12:11:31

The latest PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads features award-winning artist Jennifer McChristian, whose passion for being outdoors naturally led her outside of...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 69: A Conversation with John Cosby from 2018-03-23T11:24:55

Be inspired by a conversation between Streamline Publishing’s Eric Rhoads and plein air (and studio) painter John Cosby.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 68: George Van Hook on Learning Art from 2018-03-19T12:00

Listen to figurative painter George Van Hook’s interview with Eric Rhoads, in which they discuss the act of copying art in order to learn how to create, and more....

PleinAir Podcast Episode 67: John MacDonald on Using Photoshop and More from 2018-03-07T14:35:19

Listen in as Eric Rhoads interviews outdoor painter John MacDonald in this enlightening podcast about creating successful paintings and more.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 66: Joe Anna Arnett from 2018-03-02T20:09:30

In the latest PleinAir Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews Santa Fe artist Joe Anna Arnett, who shares her two art “soapbox” topics. Visit our site to listen to the p...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 65: John Singer Sargent Expert Richard Ormond from 2018-02-21T18:10:13

The latest PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads features Richard Ormond, the leading authority on (and a blood relative of) John Singer Sargent.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 64: Alvaro Castagnet and a New Vision for Watercolor from 2018-02-15T17:00

Listen to this new PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads to learn more about Alvaro Castagnet, his art, and why he says seeing the end result of your work is critical...

PleinAir Podcast Episode 63: The Interesting Path of Ned Mueller from 2018-02-11T13:00

Eric Rhoads interviews plein air artist Ned Mueller about art school, his experience as a Marine, and essentials of art.

PleinAir Podcast: Episode 62 - Kevin Macpherson on Art Travels and More from 2018-02-02T10:00

Listen in as Eric Rhoads interviews accomplished Impressionistic plein air painter Kevin Macpherson about his international travels and more.

PleinAir Podcast: Episode 60 — Western Painter Morgan Weistling on Painting Light from 2018-01-23T16:46

If you have a preconceived notion of American Western art, you’ll likely be enlightened in new ways when you view the paintings of Morgan Weistling, featured in the latest PleinAir Podcast with ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 61: West Fraser, Son of the Lowcountry from 2018-01-23T13:40:40

In the newest PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads, learn about West Fraser, a representational artist who grew up in Hilton Head Island always knowing that art was ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 59: Shelby Keefe and the State of Plein Air from 2018-01-01T16:13:34

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads chats with nationally known painter Shelby Keefe. During this engaging interview, Rhoads and Keefe discuss the artist’s go-to techn...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 58: Mary Deloyht-Arendt—A Foundation of the Plein Air Movement from 2017-10-27T17:58:10

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads has the pleasure of talking with artist Mary Deloyht-Arendt, a founding member of the Plein Air Painters of America (PAPA) organiza...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 57: Erik Koeppel and Learning from Nature from 2017-10-20T17:08:39

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads and nationally-known artist Erik Koeppel have an extended "painter-exclusive" discussion.  Other topics considered include Koeppel'...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 56: Graeme Stevenson Puts Some Color In Your Life from 2017-09-29T15:08:12

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads talks with Australian artist Graeme Stevenson, founder and host of the television show "Put Some Color In Your Life".  In the show,...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 55: Eleinne Basa and Learning From Nature from 2017-09-23T13:53:32

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews 2012 Salon Competition winner Eleinne Basa.  While detailing her classical roots in the Philippines, Basa talks with Rho...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 54: Heiner Hertling Channels Bob Ross from 2017-09-23T13:45:57

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist Heiner Hertling, the engaging artist/host of a PBS painting show modeled after Bob Ross' popular series from the ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 53: Kathleen Hudson Ascends After Salon Victory from 2017-09-23T13:41:57

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews the most recent Grand Prize winner of the PleinAir Salon Kathleen B. Hudson. In addition to detailing her incredible jou...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 52: Michael Orwick and How Expectations Kill Experiences from 2017-09-23T13:37:24

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist Michael Orwick. After discussing the artist's early development as an illustrator, Rhoads and Orwick delve into "...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 51: Carl Bretzke's Transformation from 2017-07-21T18:44:32

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews the quickly ascending Minneapolis-based artist Carl Bretzke. Throughout the interview, Rhoads and Bretzke discuss the ar...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 50: Kim Casebeer and Navigating the World of Pastel from 2017-07-14T17:38:45

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads dives into all things pastel with accomplished artist Kim Casebeer. Among the topics considered include how to market pastel painti...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 49: Morgan Samuel Price Fosters Passion and Intrigue from 2017-07-07T16:28:43

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews highly successful artist Morgan Samuel Price, who has been painting professionally for almost 40 years. During their tal...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 48: Thomas Kegler Talks Talent and Embracing Failure from 2017-06-11T20:27:13

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, landscape master Thomas Kegler joins Publisher Eric Rhoads at the venerable Salmagundi Club in New York City for what can only be described as a revealin...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 47: Joan LaRue and 'Why Plein Air?' from 2017-05-07T16:11:04

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist Joan LaRue, who has an important message for our listeners you don't want to miss. Although originally interested...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 46: Peggi Kroll Roberts Prevails from 2017-04-30T17:59:04

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews the accomplished plein air painter Peggi Kroll Roberts. Rhoads and Roberts have an entertaining discussion about the art...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 45: How Andy Evansen Avoids Heavy Detail from 2017-04-21T15:20:22

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews Plein Air Painters of America President Andy Evansen. In addition to detailing his commercial illustration background, E...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 44: Cory Trépanier's Journey Into the Arctic from 2017-04-15T15:47:35

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews Cory Trépanier, creator of the wildly successful exhibition “Into The Arctic”. From Trépanier’s four painting expedition...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 43: Bryan Mark Taylor and "The Master's Mind" from 2017-04-07T23:46:29

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews painter, lecturer, and inventor Bryan Mark Taylor. In this episode, Rhoads and Taylor talk at length the artist's DVD vi...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 42: Antonio Masi and Watercolor's Advantage from 2017-03-31T21:15:37

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads sits down with American Watercolor Society President Antonio Masi. As one could expect, Rhoads and Masi delve into all things water...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 41: Lynn Gertenbach's Russian Secrets You Need to Adopt from 2017-03-17T18:36:33

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews painter Lynn Gertenbach. A lover of outdoor painting and some figurative subjects, Gertenbach delves into her 15-year ex...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 40: Karl Dempwolf on the Importance of Outdoor Painting from 2017-03-10T22:24:29

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews German immigrant and adroit plein air painter Karl Dempwolf. Recounting his various careers in film, photography, and ed...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 39: Michael Godfrey, 400 Paintings, and Intuition from 2017-03-03T17:59:27

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads chats with acclaimed painter and PleinAir Convention faculty Michael Godfrey. A North Carolina native, Godfrey and Rhoads discuss t...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 38: Bill (William) Davidson and Life's Path to Art from 2017-02-25T00:15:56

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist William (Bill) Davidson, a signature member of the Oil Painters of America and American Impressionistic Society. ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 38: Bill (William) Davidson and Life's Path to Art from 2017-02-25T00:15:56

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist William (Bill) Davidson, a signature member of the Oil Painters of America and American Impressionistic Society. ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 37: Stefan Baumann's Inspirational Plein Air Experience from 2017-02-17T13:19:38

In this Episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interview's nationally recognized and PACE instructor Stefan Baumann. From an early age, Baumann has been on an incredible artistic...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 36: Carol Marine and Teaching Art Correctly from 2017-02-10T18:19:40

In this compelling episode, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews accomplished artist and Austin, Texas, native Carol Marine. Our listeners will be fascinated with Marine's artistic journey, which in...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 35: Amery Bohling and What Galleries Are Thinking from 2017-02-03T20:47:25

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads talks with plein air artist and gallery owner Amery Bohling, who offers our listeners incredible insight into how both galleries an...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 34: Mary Pettis On Painting What Moves Your Soul from 2017-01-18T22:36:38

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads talks with acclaimed Mary Pettis of Taylors Falls, Minnesota. Over the course of this fantastic episode, Pettis and Rhoads delve in...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 33: Stephanie Birdsall On the Art of Practice from 2017-01-10T23:11:39

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads sits down with artist Stephanie Birdsall, who gives our listeners an in-depth look into her fascinating journey to artistic success...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 32: Jim Wodark Breaks Through With Every Painting from 2017-01-04T21:55:04

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads visits with renowned painter Jim Wodark. Having only begin his artistic career at age 25, Wodark has blossomed into one of the nati...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 31: Roos Schuring On Dedication and Evolution from 2016-11-22T18:37:12

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads has a fascinating chat with international artist Roos Schuring from Holland, who will be a key faculty member during PleinAir Magaz...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 30: James Gurney and the Imagination in Art from 2016-10-26T14:25:54

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads sits down with imaginative painter/illustrator James Gurney. Creator of the wildly popular illustrated book "Dinotopia", Gurney off...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 29: Charlie Hunter and Non-Reliance on Chroma from 2016-10-19T14:26:38

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads and artist Charlie Hunter have a compelling discussion on artist marketing and finding success. In addition, Hunter describes his n...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 28: Brenda Boylan Discusses Drawing's Importance from 2016-10-12T01:56:25

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads and artist Brenda Boylan discuss a range of tantalizing topics, but focus predominantly on the importance of drawing. Whether your ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 27: Scott Prior and the Question "Who are you?" from 2016-10-03T02:35:52

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads talks with renowned painter Scott Prior. In addition to discussing the artist's background, Prior and Rhoads talk about some troubl...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 26: Don Demers On Marine Art, Illustration, and the 'Why' in Art from 2016-08-31T12:31:47

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads chats with adroit plein air painter Don Demers. Among a range of topics, Demers and Rhoads discuss the artist's thoughts on marine ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 25: George Gallo and the Resurgence of Representational Art from 2016-08-24T13:17:48

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads has a compelling interview with plein air artist and film writer/director George Gallo. Among the topics covered, Rhoads and Gallo ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 24: John Budicin on Italy, Illustration, and Color from 2016-08-15T17:52:57

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist John Budicin, who recounts his flight from Communist Italy, illustration in Los Angeles, and his use of color and...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 23: Carol Swinney and Mastering the Palette Knife from 2016-08-10T17:31:38

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads and palette knife extraordinaire Carol Swinney have a delightful conversation with a range of topics considered. In addition to dis...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 22: Quang Ho and Painting as Performance from 2016-07-26T17:59:28

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads and lifetime plein air artist Quang Ho sit down for a chat on all things painting. A faculty member of the 2017 PleinAir Convention...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 21: Kathleen Dunphy on the Importance of Painting Outdoors from 2016-07-19T16:05:30

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads has an intriguing conversation with the super-talented artist Kathleen Dunphy, who shares her thoughts about painting outdoors, foc...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 20: John Burton Talks His Evolution and Time in Chile from 2016-07-10T18:07

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads chats with artist John Burton, who revisits his time abroad in Chile and discusses his artistic evolution. Find out what his...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 19: Joe McGurl Discusses Specialty Techniques from 2016-07-05T14:52:12

In this week's episode of the Plein Air Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads has an incredible interview with artist Joe McGurl, who treats our listeners to several of his working techniques. Among ma...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 18: Dan Gerhartz on Finding Balance from 2016-06-28T15:37:40

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews accomplished painter Dan Gerhartz. Among many topics, Rhoads and Gerhartz discuss the artist's career journey, his sourc...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 17: Gil Dellinger and How to Conquer Value from 2016-06-05T22:54:59

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads chats with the experienced artist Gil Dellinger. In addition to his storied journey to career success, Dellinger and Rhoads ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 16: Thomas Jefferson Kitts and Paint Alchemy from 2016-06-01T16:04:12

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews the outstanding painter Thomas Jefferson Kitts. Among several compelling topics, Kitts offers some sage advice fo...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 15: Kathy Anderson and Art Marketing Strategies from 2016-05-23T15:47:15

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads visits with the delightful artist and person Kathy Anderson. Anderson and Rhoads discuss a diverse range of topics, includin...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 14: CW Mundy on Artistic Success from 2016-05-15T16:52:52

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews the forever youthful and entertaining CW Mundy, who - among many other topics - discusses his athletic and artist...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 13: Eric Rhoads Joins "The Studio" with Danny Grant from 2016-04-20T14:11:57

In this week’s episode of the PleinAir Podcast the tables have turned! Publisher Eric Rhoads was the subject of a captivating interview by Danny Grant on his podcast, “The Studio”. Among many ot...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 12: George Strickland and Career Advantages from 2016-04-13T20:25:22

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews adroit plein air painter George Strickland. Strickland discusses several of his painting tips and how a correspon...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 11: Dean Mitchell and a Major Motion Picture? from 2016-04-04T13:21:28

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads sits down with the acclaimed painter Dean Mitchell, who revels for our listeners some keys to his success and talks about hi...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 9: Jane Hunt on Conquering Social Media from 2016-03-27T17:05:15

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist Jane Hunt about her art, her difficult challenges in life, and how she overcame them. Hunt also discusses how she...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 10: Curt Walters with Tantalizing Secrets from 2016-03-20T23:32:49

In this episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads sits down with the renowned painter Curt Walters, who discusses his Grand Canyon paintings, a lifetime project he's working on, and...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 8: Eric Rhoads and the Historic Paint Cuba Invitational from 2016-03-06T14:31:01

This week's episode of the PleinAir podcast with Publisher Eric Rhoads discusses a historic trip to Cuba, where Plein Air Magazine hosted 100 painters. Part of the mission was to preserve Cuba i...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 7: Kathryn Stats Offers Go-to Techniques from 2016-03-01T15:09:40

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews artist Kathryn Stats, who discusses her work along with several of her go-to techniques.

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 6: Albert Handell and Santa Fe from 2016-02-22T23:24

In this week's episode of the PleinAir Podcast, Publisher Eric Rhoads interviews pastel artist Albert Handell, who talks about life as an artist, pastel painting, oil painting, and life in Santa...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 5: Stephen Doherty on the State of Plein Air from 2016-02-15T14:02:10

In this Plein Air Podcast, publisher Eric Rhoads interviews editor Stephen Doherty. Steve discusses the state of plein air painting, competitions, and events like Plein Air Easton and others. Do...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 4: Ken Auster, One Last Time from 2016-02-04T15:22:59

PleinAir magazine publisher Eric Rhoads talks about the world of outdoor painting and art collecting. This week Rhoads honors recently deceased artist Ken Auster with an interview and some of hi...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 3: Camille Przewodek Offers a Number of Tips for Artists from 2016-01-29T20:24:15

PleinAir magazine Eric Rhoads interviews legendary colorist Camille Przewodek who discusses her time with Henry Henche in Provincetown, MA, and the colorist movement started by Charles Hawthorne...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 2: Director Jean Stern and Art Collecting from 2016-01-25T02:32:09

This week's plein air podcast hosted by B. Eric Rhoads, Publisher and Founder of PleinAir Magazine features Jean Stern, Executive Director of the Irvine Museum and prominent curator, author and ...

PleinAir Art Podcast Episode 1: Matt Smith and the PleinAir Convention from 2016-01-17T03:50:15

PleinAir publisher Eric Rhoads interviews plein air painter Matt Smith about his art and technique, life as an artist and his feelings about making a living as an artist. This Arizona artist tal...