Some Tips on How to Choose a Plein Air Stool
Whenever you go to paint outdoors take along something to sit on. Of course, it may be an old bucket or a wooden box, but I would advise you to buy a special, compact piece of furniture.
Sometimes it’s useful to leave the four walls of a comfortable studio and look at the real alive world. Nature evokes emotions, help us to find more vibrant colors.
Are you ready to go for a walk with your art backpack? No? Let’s pack it together!
Whenever you go to paint outdoors take along something to sit on. Of course, it may be an old bucket or a wooden box, but I would advise you to buy a special, compact piece of furniture.
A canvas carrier is a less common piece of plein air equipment than brushes or easels; some inexperienced painters haven’t even heard of it. It’s really convenient, though! It protects wet artwork from snow, rain, dust and overly curious passers-by.…
When packing plein-air gear, don’t take too much equipment. It’s possible that searching for a suitable view will take time. You won’t be able to enjoy the long walk if you have a heavy bag.
A famous hyperrealist was holding a workshop in my city last week. When talking about picturing outdoor subjects, he said that plein air painting was obsolete, because a camera captures every moment with ease and preserves it unchanged for many…