Freedom to paint in the open air

There is that brief moment, each time we approach a blank canvas or a fresh page in our sketchbook, when things go quiet and we feel a pause. The bustle of thought softens, the hand hovering over the

GEOFF ALLEN IS A WATERCOLOUR ARTIST and tutor from San Diego who specialises in painting en plein air. He started his artistic career as a scenic painter in Hollywood, but then began teaching drawing

Discovering one’s unique artistic voice is an ongoing challenge for creatives at any stage, particularly during periods of stagnation. Although it can be difficult, it plays a vital role in the creati

Discovering one’s unique artistic voice is an ongoing challenge for creatives at any stage, particularly during periods of stagnation. Although it can be difficult, it plays a vital role in the creati

EN PLEIN AIR ARTISTS are deeply connected to the changing seasons, continually inspired by how nature’s transformations shape their subjects. The onset of autumn in Southern France, for example, trans

Painting on the move is an exceptionally rewarding experience, allowing you to visit remote areas and, hopefully, stumbling on an exciting new one. On one of my daily cycle rides along the Camel Trail