3 Ways to Make Autumn Colors Pop in Your Paintings


Autumn is one of the most beloved seasons for artists, especially plein air…

How AI Helped Me Shape a Memory into a Painting


Sometimes a memory is so impactful that it compels me to paint the scene from…

Wild Women Paint the West in Montana!


In early September 2025, our group of accomplished artists, known as the Wild…

Artist Studio Tour: Step Inside My Painting Sanctuary


Welcome to my artist studio tour! In this short Instagram video below, I’m…

A Quick Trick for Painting Small Details in Large Landscapes


When working on a large canvas,  painting small details can be surprisingly…

A Highland Homecoming: Announcing My 2026 Painting Retreat


Scotland is one of my favorite places to visit in the world! I've been there…

The Art of Value and Color: 3 Lessons From Lori McNee


Recently,  Plein Air Magazine’s Instagram page shared a few of my favorite tips…

From Start to Finish: A Fox Painting Comes to Life on Camera 🎨🦊


This red fox painting had quite the journey!  It began LIVE during my Royal…

How a 19th-Century Cat Painting Led Me to Paint a Bear


Have you ever been inspired by a painting from a bygone era? "Cat in a Summer…

From Underpainting to Life: Mixed Media Fox Demo with Lori McNee 🦊


It's always fun to connect with online friends and followers. Today, I enjoyed…