The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews colorist Camille Przewodek. Listen as they discuss: - The "aha moment" she had while studying color with Henry Hensche - What it was like to make the leap to become a full-time artist - Why she gives "brutal" critiques to her students - The reason she does not paint from photographs - And more! Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of ...
Jan 05, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 235
In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Ryan Jensen, an inspirational plein air artist who is making an impact in more ways than one. Listen as they discuss: - How he was inspired by his artist parents (a graphic designer and an illustrator) and their hard work; after serving in the Military, he took a painting class and went for it - The importance of a father's love and influence - Why you can use comparison to others as fuel for yourself - How art helped him with PTSD from the war and his add...
Dec 29, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 234
In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Thomas Jefferson Kitts: "I can tell you everything you need to know about all your materials..how to hold your arm...None of that is going to serve you better than just doing it." Listen as they discuss: - The current influence of abstract art on representational landscape painting ("There's a race right now to see how abstract we can all go without losing our audience.") - Painting for inspiration versus painting for money - His biggest artistic influence...
Dec 22, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 233
The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Lori Putnam, a plein air painter whose work is in private, corporate, and museum collections around the globe. Listen as they discuss: - Lori's principles of growth and process for success - The sacrifices that she and her husband made in order for her to pursue art as a profession - Some key experiences and people who guided her on business and marketing - Wha...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 232
The PleinAir Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads shares Part 2 of his recent interview with CW Mundy. Listen as they discuss: - CW's biggest tip for artists who are trying to make their painting life into a career - How, when he had a "menial" job, he knew there was something better for him out there - The "seven foundational truths" of painting - The importance of having a strong work ethic ("If you want to get into a p...
Dec 09, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 231
The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews the incredible artist CW Mundy. Listen as they discuss: CW's musical career (hear him sing!) How he didn't always believe in God, but then heard Him "in his heart" How he feels when others refer to him as a master artist ("I am not impressed with myself. I am more impressed with what God wants to do through me.") The importance of experimentation for painters "...
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 230
The PleinAir Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Minnesota superstar Kami Mendlik. Listen as they discuss: The importance of working from life samples. Explanations of the value scale and how it works Kami's advice for how to get to the next level, and her advice for single moms who are also artists ("Never lose sight of that passion and belief in yourself.") And so much more Bonus! In this week's Art Marketin...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 229
The PleinAir Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row. In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Thomas Bucci. Listen and watch as they discuss: Thomas's early motivation and inspiration. He had an early start with watercolor and an inspirational neighbor. Disappointments with 1970s art education, which did not respect representational work; and finding alternate creative careers. His path to a career as an artist, and how he came back to painting and found...
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 228
In this special episode, Eric Rhoads welcomes three artists from the recent painting trip he led to beautiful, exotic New Zealand, "truly a magical place."
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 227
The tables are turned as Jeff Olson, the Art Education Director for Royal Talens, interviews Eric Rhoads during a Creator's Studio episode. In case you missed it watch below - Jeff interviews Eric about everything from his career path in radio broadcasting to the publishing industry, overcoming creative fears, having confidence to follow your dreams, and more. "I have a goal to teach a million people to paint because I was a stressed out business guy, and I was working every day," Eric says. "I ...
Sep 09, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 226
Eric Rhoads interviews Jill Stefani Wagner; they discuss the world of plein air painting for beginners and experienced artists. What plein air events are like, and the benefits of attending them Using oil vs pastel en plein air Mistakes that beginners can avoid Jill's favorite country to visit for plein air painting How owning and operating an advertising agency has served her as a painter Things you can do to become a better artist And marketing your art, including nderstanding your audience an...
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 225
Eric Rhoads interviews Russian landscape painter Zufar Bikbov in a fascinating conversation. Sign up for the Plein Air Today newsletter at https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/
May 06, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 224
Eric Rhoads interviews Mark Shasha, an amazing plein air and studio artist. Sign up for the Plein Air Today newsletter at https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 223
Eric Rhoads interviews Kyle Buckland on: How he fell in love with impressionism as a teenager and how he is inspired by the work ethic of historic painters Reflections on being married to an artist A lightning round of Q&A about painting Why 2017 was such a pivotal year for his art life And more Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art , addresses how to get more email addresses for your newsletter; and advice on opening an art galle...
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 222
Eric Rhoads interviews Ned Mueller on today's plein air movement, his advice for beginners, and the first time he painted outdoors (Spoiler: "It was a disaster."). At 81, Ned reminds us that "you never stop learning." Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art , addresses how to break out of the category of low-price point paintings, and whether or not you should reuse the canvas from old paintings....
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 221
Listen to a lively conversation about essential colors for plein air painting, the role of art and building a better world, and more, with Pierre Guidetti of Savoir Faire and Eric Rhoads. Bonus! In this week’s Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art , answers the questions: “Should you include the price of your painting at art fairs?” and “I’m a beginning painter; How should I price my art?” Sign up for the Plein Air Today newsletter at https://www.outdoorpa...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 220
Eric Rhoads interviews Matt Ryder on what life is like as an artist in Dubai, including painting in excessive temperatures, and the landscape scenery; plus, mastering values, using photos, and pushing yourself to the next level.
Mar 15, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 219
In this episode of the Plein Air Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews abstract landscape painter Douglas Fryer on his historical inspirations, finding your authenticity as an artist, and more. Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art , addresses how to price your art more for the luxury market.
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 218
Eric Rhoads of Plein Air Magazine hosts three top plein air painters to discuss what they have discovered over years of painting experience to be more successful when outdoors painting. Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes.
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 217
Listen to this podcast, and be a better painter. Kevin Macpherson discusses his magic grid system of painting; why he loves teaching someone who has never painted before; how artists are wired differently than others, and talent vs work; the organization he and his wife created to help youth learn art; and more. Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes. This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts list (...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 216
Eric Rhoads interviews artist, author, and creative coach Larry Moore. Listen as they discuss: The concept of abstraction in landscape painting and how Larry "secretly" teaches two things at once The first thing that you should think about if you're a beginner How to keep from getting frustrated in the process of learning how to paint The two components that might inhibit you as an artist; and more Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes. This po...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 215
In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews Mark Sublette, the owner of the Medicine Man Gallery, an expert on Maynard Dixon, and the host of the Art Dealer Diaries podcast. Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes. This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts list (https://blog.feedspot.com/painting_podcasts/)!
Aug 06, 2021•57 min•Ep. 214
Eric Rhoads interviews American impressionist CW Mundy live during the Publisher's Invitational in the Adirondacks. Listen and put these principles to work to help your painting improv right away. Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes. This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts list (https://blog.feedspot.com/painting_podcasts/)!...
Jul 08, 2021•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 213
Because of COVID, our world has changed. How will that affect your ability to sell paintings? How will that affect the hundreds of plein air events? Eric Rhoads hosted a webinar with Kelly Kane, Cherie Dawn Haas, and Anne Weiler Brown for this week's podcast. – Pastel Live: http://pastellive.com/ – Eric Rhoads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericrhoads/ – Eric Rhoads on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.rhoads – Sunday Coffee: https://coffeewitheric.com/ – Plein Air Salon: https://...
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 212
Eric Rhoads interviews Shawn Dell Joyce on how artists can help preserve farms and rural areas; how to encourage others to paint outdoors; tips for painting Fall colors; and more! Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes. This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts list (https://blog.feedspot.com/painting_podcasts/)! – Shawn Dell Joyce online: https://www.shawndelljoyce.com/ – Plein Air Live: http://ple...
Apr 14, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 211
In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews British artist James Willis on painting buildings and cityscapes, art history, and more. Listen as they discuss: - How he left his career in accounting to become a full-time artist - News of his upcoming show in Hitchin, England and his forthcoming instructional book on painting buildings in oil - Insights on composition when it comes to painting buildings and houses, including what to leave in or out - Aerial perspective, "deconstructing" elements in the s...
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 210
Eric Rhoads interviews Charles Muench, who says, "it's live and die with every canvas, live and die with every brush stroke." This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts list (https://blog.feedspot.com/painting_podcasts/)! Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes. Related Links: – Charles Muench online: https://www.charlesmuench.com/ – Plein Air Live: http://pleinairlive.com/ – Eric Rhoads on Instagram:...
Mar 10, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 209
Eric Rhoads interviews plein air painter and former production designer for DreamWorks Animation Mike Hernandez. Mike shares how he learned to channel his fear into creative energy and the related near-death experience that left him thinking, "What am I doing? I wanted to be an artist." This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts list (https://blog.feedspot.com/painting_podcasts/)! Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to lis...
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 208
In this episode Eric Rhoads interviews contemporary American landscape painter Ben Bauer, who recently left his job to become a full-time artist. They key essentials to know about art materials; how painting in plein air changed his work; tips on composition; and more. This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts lists (https://blog.feedspot.com/painting_podcasts/)! Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episod...
Feb 24, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 207
Eric Rhoads interviews watercolor artist Tom Lynch; listen and learn how to build a career and make a successful living from someone who's done both. This podcast has been rated #1 in the world via Feedspot's 2021 Top 15 Painting Podcasts lists (https://blog.feedspot.com/painting_podcasts/)! Visit https://www.outdoorpainter.com/original-podcast-episodes/ to listen to all episodes. Related Links: – Tom Lynch online: https://www.tomlynch.com/ – Plein Air Live: http://pleinairlive.com/ - SOAR onlin...
Feb 17, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 206
