Congratulations to this PleinAir Salon Winner, Again
We’d like to congratulate this contemporary realism artist for winning a consecutive Overall First Place in the PleinAir Salon.
Artist Spotlight: Jill Stefani Wagner, PSA-MP IAPS/MC
When I tackle a difficult subject and am happy with the results, I feel a deep feeling of accomplishment and gratitude for my art life.
Art Collector Spotlight: Pati Jinich Knows the Right Recipe
"She loved this painting when she bought it directly from the artist in Oaxaca. I always loved it, too, and when she said, many years later, that she might sell it, I ..."
Artist to Watch: Viktor Butko
Growing up in Moscow, Butko was deeply influenced by his grandfather Victor Chulovich, a famous painter whose teacher was a student of Levitan.
Artist Spotlight: Yuehua He
I have delved into various oil painting styles and techniques, I have learned to appreciate the works of both historical masters and contemporary artists. Observing their distinct styles, techniques, and modes of expression has been a source of inspiration.
A Winning Drawing: Casey “Waiting”
Help us congratulate this artist for winning Overall First Place in the May 2024 PleinAir® Salon, judged by D. Eleinne Basa, Artist and 1st PleinAir Salon Grand Prize Winner.
Artist to Watch: Martin Geiger
One look at the oil paintings of Martin Geiger and it’s evident where his artistic education took place ...
A Favorite Painting: “McSorley’s Bar” by John Sloan
I am a big fan of Dutch art, and so I think I’m drawn to dark atmospheric canvases in general. Of course I know McSorley’s, but ...
Welcome Words From an Art Collector
Fine Art Connoisseur applauds collectors like this, who see art as far more than ...
Artist Spotlight: Susan Hediger Matteson
Snowy scenes or dusk, early morning, or fog are a favorite of mine with the fading to nothing. The soft and subtle variations are an inspiration.