NewsLocal Art Group Embraces "En Plein Air" Painting Tradition

Local Art Group Embraces “En Plein Air” Painting Tradition

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) – The tradition of “en plein air” painting, which began in the mid-1800s alongside the advent of railroads and portable paint tubes, is being actively preserved by the Prairie Plein Air Artists group.

In the era when railroads revolutionized travel and artists discovered portable paint tubes, the impressionist movement emerged, emphasizing the importance of capturing natural light and landscapes directly from life. This method of painting outdoors, known as “en plein air” – a French phrase meaning “in the open air” – continues to be celebrated and practiced by local artists.

The Prairie Plein Air Artists recently gathered at McDowell Dam Park, embracing the opportunity to capture the natural beauty of their surroundings. By painting on location, these artists aim to portray colors and nuances that photography and video often miss, offering a more immersive and authentic representation of the environment.

This commitment to painting directly from nature reflects the group’s dedication to the en plein air tradition, bridging historical artistic practices with contemporary creative expression.

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