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WAS-H Plein Air Group
Plein Air Coordinator Alla Adams | Motto "Progress over perfection." | Questions/Comments can be sent to PleinAir@WatercolorHouston.Org |
|  Plein Air Paintings by Carla Gauthier |
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Painting outdoors, or plein air painting, offers artists a unique opportunity to capture the natural light, colors, and atmosphere of a scene in a way that studio painting cannot replicate. The ever-changing light conditions and weather elements provide a dynamic and challenging environment that pushes artists to observe and render their subjects with immediacy and authenticity. Outdoors, we also hear nature, identify various smells, feel air movement, and begin better relating to our subject of interest. Plein air painting offers a deeper connection with the subject matter, fostering a greater appreciation and understanding of the natural world. This direct interaction with nature enhances an artist's ability to perceive subtle variations in color, light, shadow, and movement, resulting in more vibrant, spontaneous, and lifelike paintings. Furthermore, the immersive experience of being outdoors can inspire creativity and support a sense of freedom in artistic expression.
The Plein Air Program is designed to encourage the members to study one subject at a time.
We will schedule locations in the Greater Houston Area for group outdoor painting twice each month.
These sessions are for WAS-H members only and are free but participants must register prior to the session.
Prior to each session, the Plein Air Coordinator will send out a list of links to YouTube videos on how to paint the topic identified for the event. This encourages participants to practice painting prior to the outing.
Members bring their own plein air supplies. The Plein Coordinator will ensure that all participants are well-informed about upcoming events and weather conditions. Painting sessions will use the following format:
Be sure to prepare for painting outside! Here is a suggested supply list, if you need help: Plein Air - Suggested Supply List.pdf
2025 Plein Air Schedule
Monday, January 20 Topic: Japanese Garden
Hermann Park | Saturday, February 8 Topic: Historic Buildings
Historic Strand District in Galveston | Monday, February 17 Topic: Nature
Lake Houston Wilderness Park | Monday, March 3 Topic: Boats
Piers 19 to 21, Galveston |
Saturday, March 15 Topic: Botanical Gardens
Mercer Botanical Gardens, Houston
| Saturday, April 5 Topic: Sculpture Garden
Cullen Sculpture Garden Houston | Saturday, April 19 Topic: Roses/Bluebonnets
Antique Rose Emporium and Baylor Park at Independence, Brenham | Saturday, May 3 Topic: Buildings/Night
River Oaks Theatre |
Monday, May 26 Topic: Lakes
Sheldon Lake State Park Houston |
