A French phrase, (en) plein air, has the literal translation of "in the open air." It is used to describe a style of paintings or drawings created in the moment, primarily from nature and infused with a feeling of the open air. The artist's challenge is to create an impression of a scene, capturing the atmosphere, feeling and immediacy of the moment.

The Path to Light oil on canvas || |8" x 10"

Dusk by the Pond oil on canvas || |8" x 10"

Block Island Lady oil on canvas || |10" x 12"

Slice of Paradise oil on canvas || |14" x 11"

Sunset Point oil on canvas || |10" x 8"

Simple Goodness oil on canvas || |10" x 8"

Cool Rushing Water oil on canvas || |11" x 14"

America's Finest oil on canvas || |14" x 11"

Carnton Afternoon oil on canvas || |11" x 14"

California Hillside oil on canvas || |10" x 8"

Bungalow Aglow oil on canvas || |8" x 10"

Barnstable Harbor oil on canvas || |8" x 10"

Main Street Street in the Morning  oil on canvas || |10" x 12"

Barn With a view oil on canvas || |8" x 10"

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