Take your art outdoors with the essential guide to plein air painting! Whether you're painting your first landscape or looking for a quick reference in the field, the Plein Air Painting Pocket Guide puts everything you need to paint outdoors right at your fingertips. Compact enough to slip into your backpack or paint kit, this portable guide helps you confidently capture the beauty of nature wherever inspiration strikes. Renowned painting instructor Rachael Broadwell distills years of teaching experience into an easy-to-use resource covering the tools, techniques, and practical know-how every plein air artist needs. Inside you'll find: * Essential gear recommendations** for brushes, paints, palettes, paper, panels, easels, and other outdoor painting supplies. * Beginner-friendly guidance on working with both oil and water-based paints in the field. * Expert tips for selecting compelling compositions, the best lighting, and ideal painting locations. * Practical solutions** for common plein air challenges, including changing weather, wind, bugs, dirt, shifting light, and painting in public spaces. * Quick-reference advice** designed to help you spend less time troubleshooting and more time painting. Perfect for aspiring plein air painters, landscape artists, urban sketchers, watercolorists, oil painters, art students, workshop participants, and travelers, the Plein Air Painting Pocket Guide is an indispensable companion for creating beautiful paintings wherever your adventures take you.