Kelly Foss Shares 8 Tips for Plein Air Painting Beginners
Plein air painting can be thrilling for newcomers, and artist Kelly Foss shares essential guidance for those just starting. She recommends keeping equipment minimal by bringing only a few brushes, essential paint colors, a palette, and one or two canvases. Practical considerations also matter; Foss suggests packing items like water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, and paper towels. She points out that sunglasses might be distracting during the process due to their tint. For additional tips and techniques, aspiring artists can view Foss's tutorials on the Strathmore Artist's blog, which offer further advice on mastering this outdoor painting style.
Key facts
- Artist Kelly Foss shares eight tips for plein air painting beginners.
- Pack light: a few brushes, paint colors, palette, one or two painting surfaces.
- Bring non-art supplies: water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, paper towels, wet wipes, hat.
- Skip sunglasses while painting because tinted lenses alter color perception.
- Tips are available in tutorial videos on Strathmore Artist's blog.
- Simple setup makes carrying, setup, and painting less overwhelming.
- Plein air painting has extra challenges but can become a favorite creative method.
- Preparation is key before the first plein air session.
Entities
Artists
- Kelly Foss
Institutions
- Strathmore Artist