San Joaquin Plein Air Painters

The San Joaquin Plein Air Painters maintain the tradition of painting on location and keep alive the documentation of California's Central Valley Landscapes.

The paintings the group creates reflect a variety of styles, techniques, and vision!

 Discover a diverse collection of plein air paintings that celebrate the beauty and diversity of California's natural landscapes. From majestic mountains to tranquil lake shores, each artwork reflects the artist's unique perspective and artistic vision.

 Plein Air is a French phrase for "in the open air".  Painting on location captures the lighting and atmosphere of landscapes and seascapes. Commonly associated with the Impressionists, plein air painting often signifies a commitment to the loose, light, quick brushwork that marks the Impressionist approach.