Plein Air Painting Links

Alla Prima International

Alla Prima International was formed as a core group for a special list of artists; all interested in the exploration and cultivation of Plein Air Painting. Travels take them to varied incredible scenery locations in the USA, as well as around the globe to paint as a group, to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow artists, and to discuss art ideas during their many group sessions.

California Art Club

The California Art Club’s primary purposes are to promote the fine arts in the fields of painting, drawing and sculpture referred to as traditional and representational art, with a special emphasis placed on the academic traditions and craftsmanship established by the founders, to produce and promote art exhibits that foster understanding and interpretation of the traditional art heritage, and to furnish educational opportunities in the fine arts. Many of the members are plein air artists.

International Plein Air Painters

International Plein Air Painters was created for the sole purpose of advancing the execution and enjoyment of plein air painting without the restrictions and limitations of borders or regions. Its’ members share inspiration and commraderie both on the internet and at ‘paint outs’.

Laguna Plein Air Painters Association

The primary motivation for the formation of LPAPA was to link the strong plein air movement of the early California painters to the present ones and to create a bond amongst the contemporary plein air painters throughout the nation.

Mid-Atlantic Plein Air Painters Association

The Mid-Atlantic Plein Air Painters Association honors the tradition of fine art that finds beauty in the truth of Nature.

National Academy of Professional Plein Air Painters

This Academy of Painters was formed as a resource for Professional Plein air Painters™

Ohio Plein Air Society

Sharing a common love of art and nature, we come together for the activity of painting in the outdoors. We recognize that all art is important, and support artists of all ages and all skill levels with education, artist services, painting and exhibition opportunities. Our admiration for the natural world gives us reason to explore the diversity and uniqueness of Ohio’s landscapes.

Plein Air Florida

A network of Florida artists who paint on location.

Plein Air Painters of America

The Plein-Air Painters of America is a fellowship of professional artists dedicated to the historic tradition of painting directly from life. Its members include some of the top names in plein air painting. Membership is by invitation only.

Plein air painting organizations

A listing of plein air organizations you can join, or enjoy the works of the current members.

Rocky Mountain Plein Air Painters

The focus of the Rocky Mountain Plein Air Painters is to foster and promote the advancement of on-location painting within the Rocky Mountain region. The R.M.P.A.P. will work to bring artists and art appreciators together in a creative atmosphere.

Tucson Plein Air Painters Society

A network of Tucson artists who paint on location, as well as honorary members from other cities and states.

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