This is episode number 240 of the Plein Air Podcast with California artist Rich Gallego. Listen as they discuss: – Being a plein air painter instead of being a rendering device – The beauty of meeting other artists with this shared passion of painting outdoors – The spiritual component of painting and the value of being outside – Knowing yourself, your strengths, and who you want to be – The close calls Rich has had with nature and humans Bonus! In this week’s Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of , shares advice on how to build a body of work; and thoughts on paying to advert ..read more

This is episode number 239 with the incredible plein air and landscape master Don Demers. Listen and watch as they discuss:- How your two intelligence centers (your heart and your mind) inform your plein air paintings - Thoughts on illustrators versus fine artists - The importance of layering - And much more Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of , shares thoughts on how to balance the practice of making and selling art; and what it means to have a "title" as an artist ..read more

In September, four plein air painters took a trip together to Paris to paint. They've joined Eric Rhoads on this episode of the Plein Air Podcast to discuss their amazing trip, the importance of making time for oneself and also socializing, and much more. Listen to the full interview with Jane Hunt, Christine Lashley, Michele Byrne, and Suzie Baker below. Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of , shares thoughts on understanding your strategy for advertising through social media, and how to market your art online without distressing your gallery. Related Links: – Ple ..read more

This is Plein Air Podcast number 237 with the artist many believe is the best landscape artist on Earth. This is a big deal to have him on the podcast today. Today you're going to meet the great Clyde Aspevig. Listen as Eric Rhoads and Clyde Aspevig discuss: - The importance of having confidence in your work - The correlation between music, literature, and painting - Clyde's involvement in environmental conservation and the American Prairie Wildlife Reserves - And much more "The best thing that can happen to you is ... failing and struggling. No one said life was easy. And painting is certainl ..read more

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews plein air landscape painter Kathleen Hudson on painting waterfalls, what's in store for her this year, and much more. Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of , shares guidance on when it's the right time to approach an art gallery, and words of advice for newly graduated art students. The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by for two years in a row. Related Links: – Kathleen Hudson online: – Plein Air Magazine: – Watercolor Live:  – Plein Air Convention & Expo: – Eric Rhoads on Instagram: – Plein ..read more

The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews colorist Camille Przewodek. Listen as they discuss: - The "aha moment" she had while studying color with Henry Hensche - What it was like to make the leap to become a full-time artist - Why she gives "brutal" critiques to her students - The reason she does not paint from photographs - And more! Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of , answers the questions: Have a question about how to sell your art? Ask Eric at ..read more

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Ryan Jensen, an inspirational plein air artist who is making an impact in more ways than one. Listen as they discuss: - How he was inspired by his artist parents (a graphic designer and an illustrator) and their hard work; after serving in the Military, he took a painting class and went for it - The importance of a father's love and influence - Why you can use comparison to others as fuel for yourself - How art helped him with PTSD from the war and his addiction to sleeping pills and alcohol; how your strength comes when you ask for help ("It's okay not ..read more

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Thomas Jefferson Kitts: "I can tell you everything you need to know about all your materials..how to hold your arm...None of that is going to serve you better than just doing it." Listen as they discuss: - The current influence of abstract art on representational landscape painting ("There's a race right now to see how abstract we can all go without losing our audience.") - Painting for inspiration versus painting for money - His biggest artistic influences - What he says is "a blessing and a curse" - His advice to artists who are just starting out - And ..read more

The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Lori Putnam, a plein air painter whose work is in private, corporate, and museum collections around the globe. Listen as they discuss: - Lori's principles of growth and process for success - The sacrifices that she and her husband made in order for her to pursue art as a profession - Some key experiences and people who guided her on business and marketing - What happened when her art workshops started filling up - Thoughts on studio versus plein air painting - What sh ..read more

The PleinAir Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads shares Part 2 of his recent interview with CW Mundy. Listen as they discuss: - CW's biggest tip for artists who are trying to make their painting life into a career - How, when he had a "menial" job, he knew there was something better for him out there - The "seven foundational truths" of painting - The importance of having a strong work ethic ("If you want to get into a professional market, you have to work your butt off." - What to do when you feel "stuck" - Thoughts o ..read more