PleinAir Magazine: Pastel Special Issue (August-September 2021)

This digital edition of PleinAir Magazine brings you the August-September 2021 issue, a special celebration of ten years of plein air publishing.

Inside, professional artists share their views on working in pastel and other media outdoors. This PDF edition is available for instant download, so you can start reading on your favorite device right after purchase.

PleinAir Magazine Overview

PleinAir Magazine is a leading publication for landscape painters and outdoor painting enthusiasts. This issue features interviews and demonstrations with artists such as Skip Whitcomb, Christopher Leeper, Shawn Dell Joyce, Robin Purcell, and Stephen Walker, and includes a special pastel section with Karen Margulis, Marcia Holmes, Lana Ballot, and Clive Tyler.

The issue marks PleinAir Magazine’s tenth anniversary, from 2011 to 2021, and reflects the energy of the plein air movement as artists return to events, paint-outs, and shows.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Pastel Special Issue: Pros’ views on using the medium en plein air.
• Artist profiles, including Skip Whitcomb, Christopher Leeper, Shawn Dell Joyce, Robin Purcell, and Stephen Walker.
• A plein air portfolio with 26 contemporary painters on the countryside.
• Art show and fair etiquette guidance by Daniel Grant.
• Destination inspiration on the Cape Cod National Seashore’s 60th anniversary.
• Step-by-step painting advice in The Elements: First Things First.

Why This Book Matters

For artists and collectors, this issue offers a rich snapshot of contemporary plein air painting. It captures the range of approaches within the medium, from abstracted watercolors to structured pastel and oil compositions.

The magazine also documents the plein air community’s recovery and renewed sense of connection after pandemic restrictions, making it a meaningful record of the movement in 2021.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical item will be shipped. Access is available immediately after purchase.

You can read the PDF on compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile devices. Use a PDF reader or a reading app that supports this format.

FAQ

How do I get access after purchase? Once your order is complete, the PDF download link is available immediately from your account.

Will I receive a physical magazine? No. This listing is for a digital edition only.

Can I read it on my tablet or Kindle? Yes. The PDF works with most tablets, desktops, mobile devices, and Kindle apps that support PDF files.

Whether you are a working painter or an admirer of outdoor art, this issue offers practical ideas and inspiration for your next plein air adventure.