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Plein Air Art PodcastHow Jennifer McChristian's Military Background Influences Her Art, and moreThis is Plein Air Podcast episode number 252 with last year's PleinAir Salon winner and artist extraordinaire Jennifer McChristian. In addition to being an artist, Jennifer has served in the United States Army Reserves and in the Canadian Army Reserves. She has been a full-time artist since 2000, and teaches painting workshops around the world. She was also the Grand Prize Winner of the 12th Annual PleinAir Salon, and she recently filmed a video for PaintTube.tv (to be released in the near future). Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric answers the questions: "Who owns...
2023-08-251h 07
Plein Air Art PodcastCW Mundy (Part 2) with Career and Painting AdviceThe 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...
2022-12-091h 04
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast 202: From the Art Dealer Diaries, Part 2In 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 more. Listen and be inspired as he talks about the importance of doing what you love.
2021-01-181h 12
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast 201: From the Art Dealer Diaries, Part 1In 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 with his daily live videos with other artists, and much more.
2021-01-131h 08
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Live Women's Panel on the Art-Life BalanceIn this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Sherrie McGraw, Jane Hunt, and Kathleen Hudson during the "Art-Life Balance" roundtable during Plein Air Live.
2020-07-2352 minPlein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast 181: Jill Carver on Values, Shapes, and MoreIn this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Jill Carver on the four principles of art she'll discuss during Plein Air Live, and much more.
2020-07-1456 minPlein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast 157: Attorney Sam P. Israel on Copyright Law for ArtistsIn this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Sam P. Israel, art attorney and managing partner of Sam P. Israel P.C. Eric and Sam discuss how to protect your rights as an artist, how to control how your work is used, and make sure that others aren't commercially exploiting your work.
2020-01-2748 minPlein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast 155: Part 2 of the T. Allen Lawson InterviewThis week, listen to the second half of this fascinating interview with Tim Allen Lawson.
2020-01-101h 21Plein Air Art PodcastLondon-Based Landscape Painter David CurtisIn 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 Oil Painters. Essentially a "plein air" and figurative painter, working in both oil and watercolor, he is the author of numerous books and has work in collections all over the world.
2019-11-261h 23
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 115: Anne Blair Brown on Painting Composition and MoreEric Rhoads interviews expressionist painter Anne Blair Brown in this week’s PleinAir Podcast. Learn her advice for seeing shapes for composition, how to have more successes than failures, and much more.
2019-02-241h 10
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 114: Clark Mitchell on Painting Majestic Landscapes and MoreClark Mitchell on majestic painting scenes, advice for younger artists, painting with pastels — and much more — in this PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads.
2019-02-171h 07
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 113: Kami Mendlik on Setting Art Goals and MoreKami Mendlik on achieving art goals, improving your art, some of the issues women face as artists — and much more — in this PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads.
2019-02-111h 22
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 112: Aimee Erickson on Color Theory and MoreAimee Erickson shares an exercise that can allow you to think more specifically about color — and much more — in this PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads.
2019-02-0452 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 111: Joseph Zbukvic on the Evolution of Watercolor and MoreInternationally 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 Eric Rhoads.
2019-01-281h 00
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 110: Joe Gyurcsak on Approaching Art Galleries and MoreWhat 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.
2019-01-191h 15
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads Episode 109: Jake Gaedtke on the Vetting Process, Painting Nocturnes, and MoreIn 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 for plein air groups, and more.
2019-01-0757 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads Episode 108: Ed Terpening on Painting Full Time and MoreScore 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 more in this week’s PleinAir Podcast.
2019-01-0255 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 107: Michele Byrne on Selling Art and MoreEric 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 advice for selling art, and much more!
2018-12-2657 min
2018-12-181h 03
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 103: Cindy Baron on Becoming a Professional ArtistCindy Baron, a “blended traditionalist” painter from South Bend, Indiana, is this week’s guest on the PleinAir Podcast.
2018-11-271h 07
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 102: Richard Lindenberg on Art as a Business and MoreIn the latest PleinAir Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews Richard Lindenberg, who explains that being a professional artist isn’t something he’d recommend for everyone. See why when you listen here.
2018-11-1958 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 101: Barbara TappIt took watercolor artist Barbara Tapp seven years of doing *this* to transition from drawing as an architectural illustrator to becoming a true painter. Learn what, and be inspired, in this week’s PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads. Bonus: Includes a Marketing Minute on using social media and pricing your art!
2018-11-111h 00
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 100: Mark FehlmanCan 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, featuring impressionist painter Mark Fehlman, and see why after “about 40,000 hours” of painting, he’s just getting started.
2018-11-0154 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 99: Gay FaulkenberryIn 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). In this educational conversation, Faulkenberry tells us how joining PAPA was a way of investing in her future and why it was a “turning point” in her career. She also explains why drawing skills are “paramount” to being a skilled plein air painter, the importance of planning your palette and keeping your colors in the same place for color mixing, and much more!
2018-10-2656 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 97: Michael HolterPublisher Eric Rhoads interviews American Impressionist Michael Holter in this week’s PleinAir Podcast. Holter shares why painting outdoors is a “vital” part of his artistic process, even when he’s back in the art studio, and much more!
2018-10-141h 01
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast Episode 96: Laurie KerseyLaurie Kersey’s work includes the dramatic coastline and quiet countryside of California through still lifes, floral, figure, and equine paintings. In this PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads, Kersey explains why she considers drawing to be the foundation of painting, the fact that her signature is not a stamp, and more.
2018-10-051h 09
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 92: Suzie BakerWhat makes a good art workshop student? Find out this and much more in the latest PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads.
2018-09-0748 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 87: Scott ChristensenIn 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 years ago, on a trip that Christensen calls “a defining moment” in his life.
2018-08-0356 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 84: Jill CarverThis week’s PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads features Jill Carver, whose work “explores the dialogue between abstraction and realism.”
2018-07-0851 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 83: Dan MarshallThis week’s PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads features Dan Marshall, a tattoo artist whose passion includes painting with watercolor en plein air.
2018-06-2149 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 81: Liz Haywood-SullivanPublisher Eric Rhoads interviews pastelist Liz Haywood-Sullivan, an artist who focuses on helping artists advance in their work and career, in this week’s PleinAir Art Podcast.
2018-06-0650 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 79: Marc DalessioPublisher 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, and says he stayed there because he found what he was looking for.
2018-05-3044 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 77: David LeffelPortrait and landscape artist David Leffel, who recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award, discusses his life story, from major surgeries during his adolescence, to his path as a professional artist. Bonus: This PleinAir Art Podcast includes a live audience Q&A.
2018-05-141h 08
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 76: Stewart WhiteRecorded 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!
2018-05-0745 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 74: Joe PaquetFrom 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.
2018-05-0256 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 73: Frank LaLumiaListen 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 air.”
2018-04-2245 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 72: John CrumpNew Zealand artist John Crump shares his journey as a professional artist in the latest PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads.
2018-04-1346 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 71: Ralph ObergIn 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 who quit.”
2018-04-0444 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 70: Jennifer McChristianThe latest PleinAir Art Podcast with Eric Rhoads features award-winning artist Jennifer McChristian, whose passion for being outdoors naturally led her outside of her studio walls.
2018-04-0237 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 66: Joe Anna ArnettIn 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 podcast today.
2018-03-0248 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 65: John Singer Sargent Expert Richard OrmondThe latest PleinAir Podcast with Eric Rhoads features Richard Ormond, the leading authority on (and a blood relative of) John Singer Sargent.
2018-02-2156 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 64: Alvaro Castagnet and a New Vision for WatercolorListen 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 for watercolor artists in particular.
2018-02-1556 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Podcast: Episode 60 — Western Painter Morgan Weistling on Painting LightIf 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 Eric Rhoads.
2018-01-2338 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 61: West Fraser, Son of the LowcountryIn 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 in his future.
2018-01-2347 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 59: Shelby Keefe and the State of Plein AirIn 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 techniques and tricks, her life in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the current state of plein air interest in the world today. All this and more here!
2018-01-0146 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 58: Mary Deloyht-Arendt—A Foundation of the Plein Air MovementIn 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) organization. At 90 years old, Deloyht-Arendt has a lifetime of knowledge regarding the plein air movement, helpful techniques, marketing, and so much more. You can't miss this significant episode!
2017-10-2756 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 57: Erik Koeppel and Learning from NatureIn 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's techniques for painting trees and what he's learned over the years from the Hudson River School and nature.
2017-10-2059 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 56: Graeme Stevenson Puts Some Color In Your LifeIn 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, Stevenson rides his motorcycle all over the world to visit artists in their own studios. A professional painter for 35 years, Stevenson offers our listeners some sage advice on expressing yourself as an individual.
2017-09-2940 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 55: Eleinne Basa and Learning From NatureIn 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 Rhoads about what makes plein air painting important and why all artists should do it. In addition, Basa offers our listeners some helpful hints on who to study and more.
2017-09-2350 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 54: Heiner Hertling Channels Bob RossIn 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 1980s. Produced with a more academic and entertaining approach, Rhoads and Hertling discuss the origins of the show and logistics involved with its production. In addition, the two delve into Hertling's captivating biography from his native Hamburg, Germany, to New York and Detroit.
2017-09-231h 02
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 53: Kathleen Hudson Ascends After Salon VictoryIn 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 journey to becoming a professional artist, Hudson talks about how her Salon victory has dramatically elevated her national profile—leading to several tantalizing opportunities.
2017-09-2339 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 52: Michael Orwick and How Expectations Kill ExperiencesIn 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 "Studio Everywhere"—an artistic philanthropic foundation to aid children around the globe founded by the Orwick's in 2015.
2017-09-2350 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 51: Carl Bretzke's TransformationIn 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 artist's choice to retire from a medical career and pursue painting full-time, a transition that involves a number of important challenges and strategies that many artists face.
2017-07-2139 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 50: Kim Casebeer and Navigating the World of PastelIn 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 paintings to collectors and galleries, technical approaches to pastel and how it differs from oil painting, and mastering critical concepts such as composition, shape, light and value, and color mixing. You can't listen to this episode without learning something new and important!
2017-07-1441 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 49: Morgan Samuel Price Fosters Passion and IntrigueIn 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 talk, Samuel Price details her connection with the Cleveland Art Museum as a child and the artworks that fostered her deep interest in color, light, and texture from brushstrokes. Samuel Price also offers some sage advice as an avid teacher, which includes developing communication skills and building passion and intrigue. All this and more during a fantastic episode!
2017-07-0756 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 48: Thomas Kegler Talks Talent and Embracing FailureIn 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 revealing and enlightening discussion. Apart from chatting about Kegler's path to artistic success, the two embark on a fascinating philosophical journey that touches on talent, failure, faith, and much more.
2017-06-111h 03
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 47: Joan LaRue and 'Why Plein Air?'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 in fashion design, LaRue eventually found inspiration through the works of Kevin and Wanda McPherson. The rest, they say, is history.
2017-05-0745 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 46: Peggi Kroll Roberts PrevailsIn 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 artist's journey to national success, which involved a breakthrough art show and prevailing through hard times. We know you'll be inspired after listening to this!
2017-04-3050 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 45: How Andy Evansen Avoids Heavy DetailIn 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, Evansen and Rhoads discuss how the artist avoids heavy detail in his painting and why watercolor fits his style best. Listen now!
2017-04-2145 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 44: Cory Trépanier's Journey Into the ArcticIn 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 expeditions to the Canadian Arctic, during which he traversed 25,000 miles, the exhibition features over 50 oil paintings of stunning depth and quality, many of them ranging from 5 to 15 feet wide, accompanied by his Into The Arctic films, which have been broadcast globally. Following its premiere at the Embassy of Canada in Washington D.C. in January, the exhibition is touring museums across North America until 2020. Rhoads and Trépanier discuss all things pl...
2017-04-1557 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 43: Bryan Mark Taylor and "The Master's Mind"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 video "The Master's Mind", which delves into the ways you can achieve master status using a few simple techniques. Find out what you're missing here. . .
2017-04-081h 02
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 42: Antonio Masi and Watercolor's AdvantageIn 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 watercolor, discussing the medium's advantages over oil and how the artist makes his colors "personal".
2017-03-3147 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 41: Lynn Gertenbach's Russian Secrets You Need to AdoptIn 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 exploration of pastels and her lessons from studying at the Russian school. In this podcast, Rhoads and Gertenbach discuss at length the painter's techniques with color, value, and composition.
2017-03-1756 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 40: Karl Dempwolf on the Importance of Outdoor PaintingIn 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 education for handicapped children, Dempwolf details his choice to begin painting full-time and why he feels that outdoor painting is pure joy.
2017-03-1057 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 39: Michael Godfrey, 400 Paintings, and IntuitionIn 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 the artist's southern roots and the moment he became an artist. Later, the two consider the importance of working intuitively and why the number 400 is important. All this and more in a fantastic episode!
2017-03-0351 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 38: Bill (William) Davidson and Life's Path to ArtIn 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. Davidson and Rhoads consider a range of important topics, including losing one's ego, the importance of value, and what to do when life says "You should be an artist!"
2017-02-2548 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 37: Stefan Baumann's Inspirational Plein Air ExperienceIn 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 journey that has inspired painters for decades. How will your plein air experience change after hearing this?
2017-02-1752 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 35: Amery Bohling and What Galleries Are ThinkingIn 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 and artists should consider representation and exhibition. Bohling and Rhoads also discuss several other topics, including which design elements contribute most to aesthetic success and how to choose your next painting's subject. All this and more in a great episode!
2017-02-0353 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 34: Mary Pettis On Painting What Moves Your SoulIn 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 into the artist's evolution as a painter, discussing key moments in her training and an important 'ah ha!' moment.
2017-01-181h 05
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 33: Stephanie Birdsall On the Art of PracticeIn 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. Among many topics, Birdsall and Rhoads talk about the artist's choice between music and art, her studies abroad, and tips for young artists seeking their next creative breakthrough.
2017-01-1158 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 32: Jim Wodark Breaks Through With Every PaintingIn 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 nation's premier plein air painters. In this illuminating discussion, Wodark shares with Rhoads his process of juggling fatherhood with painting, the importance of composition, and making breakthroughs on every painting he completes. There's surely something for everyone in this highly anticipated interview.
2017-01-0455 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 31: Roos Schuring On Dedication and EvolutionIn 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 Magazine's annual Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE) in 2017. Among the topics discussed include plein air painting in Europe, evolving your art marketing techniques, and dedicating yourself to a series. A fantastic episode!
2016-11-2247 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 30: James Gurney and the Imagination in ArtIn 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 offers our listeners a chance to rethink imagination and creativity in art. A lifelong friend of painter Thomas Kincaid, Gurney discusses his epic journey to artistic stardom, including the great people he's met and the obstacles overcome.
2016-10-2656 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 29: Charlie Hunter and Non-Reliance on ChromaIn 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 non-reliance on chroma, his individualism, and his future endeavors.
2016-10-191h 17
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 28: Brenda Boylan Discusses Drawing's ImportanceIn 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 the up-and-coming or deeply experienced, there's something for every artist to learn during this enlightening interview. Listen here!
2016-10-1258 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 27: Scott Prior and the Question "Who are you?"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 troubling artist traits, and how to grow creatively. If you're creatively inclined, this intriguing episode may challenge your approach. How so? Take a listen.
2016-10-0348 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 26: Don Demers On Marine Art, Illustration, and the 'Why' in ArtIn 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 subjects in art, how to conceptualize illustration, and focusing on the "Why" of his work. Listen!
2016-08-311h 09
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 25: George Gallo and the Resurgence of Representational ArtIn 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 discuss the evolution of art and growing appreciation of representation. Gallo also shares some thoughts about his philosophy of art and evolution as a painter. There's so much to enjoy and learn from this fantastic episode!
2016-08-241h 04
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 24: John Budicin on Italy, Illustration, and ColorIn 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 light. An episode that will brighten your day! Listen!
2016-08-1552 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 23: Carol Swinney and Mastering the Palette KnifeIn 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 discussing her use of the palette knife, Swinney shares with Rhoads some details about her journey to artistic success, early influences, and future goals. You'll want to queue this episode to your playlist!
2016-08-1051 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 22: Quang Ho and Painting as PerformanceIn 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 & Expo in San Diego, California, Ho treats listeners to his thoughts on getting deeper with art, responding to color, and painting as performance. Find out why Ho believes that "all the paintings in the world can be summed up in 8 different visual approaches." A terrific episode!
2016-07-261h 08
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 21: Kathleen Dunphy on the Importance of Painting OutdoorsIn 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, focusing on what you love, and so much more. Reward yourself with this informative interview!
2016-07-1954 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 20: John Burton Talks His Evolution and Time in ChileIn 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 ultimately philosophy is and an ongoing project/collaboration that began four years ago. Treat yourself to an outstanding show here!
2016-07-101h 08
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 18: Dan Gerhartz on Finding BalanceIn 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 sources of inspiration, how he stays sharp in an ever-changing art market, and some helpful advice for growing artists. You may be surprised at some of the answers! Check it out!
2016-06-2848 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 17: Gil Dellinger and How to Conquer ValueIn 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 discuss the artist's keys to water-soluble oils, designing your canvas, how to conquer value, and so much more. You won't believe how much you'll learn from this compelling interview.
2016-06-061h 04
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 16: Thomas Jefferson Kitts and Paint AlchemyIn 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 for budding artists including starting small and setting time limits. Rhoads and Kitts also take some time to discuss the alchemy of paint and bygone traditions.
2016-06-011h 04
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 15: Kathy Anderson and Art Marketing StrategiesIn 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, including the artist's early training and inspirations, her time with Richard Schmid, and marketing strategies. An interview for the ages!
2016-05-231h 07
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 14: CW Mundy on Artistic SuccessIn 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 artistic beginnings, how to achieve artistic success, branding, and his legacy as one of the nation's top artists. We're positive you'll delight in this captivating talk.
2016-05-151h 06
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 13: Eric Rhoads Joins "The Studio" with Danny GrantIn 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 other topics, Grant and Rhoads discuss the Florence Academy (who recently honored Rhoads), the contemporary art collecting environment, Rhoads’ history in business and radio, and how he was able to achieve his major life goals.
2016-04-201h 30
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 12: George Strickland and Career AdvantagesIn 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 correspondence course helped launch his career. Strickland also talks about how beginners made common mistakes and ways to improve. A great episode!
2016-04-1357 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 11: Dean Mitchell and a Major Motion Picture?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 his tobacco roots in Quincy, Florida. Dean also discusses his sources of inspiration and journey to becoming a successful artist. Among many other topics, a major motion picture may also be developing for Dean. All this and more is one click away.
2016-04-0458 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 9: Jane Hunt on Conquering Social MediaIn 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 built her Facebook page to 120,000 followers. She will share the steps she took so you too can build your page larger.
2016-03-2752 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 10: Curt Walters with Tantalizing SecretsIn 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 some tantalizing secrets to his success. Walters also shares a few thoughts on his legacy and so much more. A truly outstanding interview.
2016-03-2153 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 8: Eric Rhoads and the Historic Paint Cuba InvitationalThis 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 in paintings prior to changes as a result of soon-to-be-opened borders to Americans. Rhoads interviews four of the painters who were on the trip: Larry Moore, Shelby Keefe, Nancy King Mertz, and Scott W. Prior.
2016-03-0639 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 7: Kathryn Stats Offers Go-to TechniquesIn 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.
2016-03-0159 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 6: Albert Handell and Santa FeIn 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 Fe, New Mexico!
2016-02-2348 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 4: Ken Auster, One Last TimePleinAir 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 his final thoughts on life and painting.
2016-02-0458 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 3: Camille Przewodek Offers a Number of Tips for ArtistsPleinAir 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. She also discusses what artists need to do to grow and provides marketing and advertising strategies, which have impacted her career and made her well-known.
2016-01-2943 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 2: Director Jean Stern and Art CollectingThis 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 plein air judge. Stern discusses the state of the plein air movement, what artists need to pay attention in order to build excellent careers, and what collectors should think about when buying art.
2016-01-2550 min
Plein Air Art PodcastPleinAir Art Podcast Episode 1: Matt Smith and the PleinAir ConventionPleinAir 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 talks about ways to grow as an artist and the key fundamentals needed for growth and excellence. Matt Smith will be hosting a 1 1/2 day pre-convention workshop April 14 & 15 at this year's 5th Annual Plein Air Convention & Expo in Tucson, AZ. For more information on Matt Smith and the Plein Air Convention & Expo visit http://pleinairconvention.com/
2016-01-1758 min