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The Beginners Guide to Plein Air Oil Painting: Learn to Paint Outdoors Through 8 Fun, Simple Projects

by Jenny Aitken

A practical course in painting outdoors with oils

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A practical course in painting outdoors with oils

Jenny Aitken organizes plein air oil painting around eight projects, moving from preparation and materials to the decisions involved in painting outdoors. Subjects include flowers, seascapes, landscapes and clouds, while the instruction addresses simplification, brushwork, perspective and colour. The book also takes up conditions specific to working outside—changing light, moving subjects and weather—alongside practical planning such as clothing and supplies. Its project-based structure gives the subject a clear learning path, with each exercise introducing techniques and building on earlier practice.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Beginners seeking a structured introduction to outdoor oil painting.
  • Artists who want project-based practice with subjects ranging from flowers to landscapes.
  • Painters looking for guidance on materials, preparation and the practical challenges of working outdoors.

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Plein air oil paintingObservation and lightPainting techniquesOutdoor preparation

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Book overview

The must-have beginner's guide to painting outdoors in oils, from award-winning artist and trusted teacher, Jenny Aitken.

Through 8 skill-building projects, packed with expert tips and techniques, Jenny will inspire you to explore the immediacy of working en plein air, sharpen your observation skills and boost your practical confidence.

Plein air painting is increasingly popular and in this complete course Jenny covers everything you need to know. The 8 projects are carefully chosen so that you can build up your confidence through practice; each will teach you new techniques, and will gradually develop your skills as you work through the book.

  • Take the fear out of painting outdoors: with preparation, everything is possible. Jenny covers all the essential considerations, from choosing the right clothing and checking the weather, to planning your supplies.
  • Discover a range of 8 inspiring projects: choose from delicate flowers and dramatic seascapes to rolling landscapes and billowing clouds.
  • Improve your painting practice: discover key techniques including simplification, brushwork, perspective and pushing colour so that you can create your own stunning results.
  • Sharpen up your plein air skills: the immediacy of working en plein air will sharpen your eye, mind and skill. Learn how to tackle the particular challenges of working outdoors, including changing light, moving subjects and more - right down to dealing with the weather.

With clear guidance on everything from selecting the right materials to capturing light and atmosphere, this book is designed to remove the intimidation factor and help artists of all skill levels develop confidence and skill in plein air painting.
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