PLEIN AIR ARTISTS

This is an easy and inexpensive carrier.  Perfect for travelling and plein air painting. 

DIRECTIONS FOR MAKING A PAINTING CARRIER:



1 PIECE OF FOAMCORE (found at art supply stores like Michaels)



Place on a flat surface. Divide foamcore in 1/2. Draw a line down the middle. Measure 1 in on either side of this line, this is wear you will cut into. Using a straight edge and a utility knife cut…

For the original post see:  http://mchesleyjohnson.blogspot.com/2013/04/choosing-painting-workshop.html

As I write this, I'm at the Art Barn School of Art in Valparaiso, Indiana.  Spring has finally come to this part of the world – the woods are filled with a lacy fluttering of green, spring beauties carpet the ground,…

I find it interesting how much goes on inside my head when I paint outdoors.  The area around me could be on fire and I wouldn't even notice because of all the inner dynamics.  I'm not sure these dynamics are limited to just my "mind" either.

I get swept up in the complete experience of expressing my impression of the subject - it is almost a waking dream state.  It has it's own rythm.  I start with trepidation and excitement.  I expect a struggle and I work at engaging in the…

Show in the 10th Annual Town & Country Studio Tour?  No fee, great venue.  It is Sept 14 & 15th, Spokane WA 99203.  Deadline is May 15th.  Contact me at lynne@tanks-a-lot.net.

Today I am moving my art and all involved to my new studio.  One up is it is bigger and funner. The downs are few. Lighting is an issue. But, I found that my local hardware store carries a bulb called (daylight) bulb.   Really good. I suggest all look them up. Upward, I have a great area to paint and create. This time of year we enter art festivals and go to festivals. My mind whirls at every one. Living in the Pacific Northwest gives you a wonderful green beauty to paint with. Everyone…