How to improve your success painting on location, en plein air.

Overwhelmed by the thought of painting on location? I'll give you the key steps to help you get a handle on a complex scene so you can have more fun and get better results.
I’m an oil painter in Colorado, USA and I make videos about painting, life as an artist, the creative process, #painting, #art materials, and making a living from your art, and Plein air painting in Colorado.
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[@---Dana----]

"70%" and "be a poet not a reporter". Great advice. Loved the video and the painting. I definitely have to get out there.

[@pegpoole2337]

Never heard the '70% and move on' saying, but I really like! Will definitely be remembering it.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Hi Peg, it will really have a positive impact. Thanks for commenting.

[@ginat4570]

What an excellent, fresh look at Plein Air! Thank you for this. It is March 1 and I am about to get busy with Plein AIr painting. I really enjoyed this. New subscriber , Can't wait to see more. Thank you Scott! - Gina in Western NC

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Welcome Gina!! Thanks for taking time to write such a nice comment.

[@dyingtodeath]

That was the best most interesting en plein aire painting video I've ever seen. Instantly subscribed.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Wow, thanks! Glad you’re here!!

[@roxannekeomaka4754]

Excellent video😊

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Thank you!

[@SharonWadsworthSmithart]

I love this one! Great saying, be a Poet, not a Reporter! I have difficulties having my canvas in shadow as I can not see it well. You are the first one that pointed out the disadvantage of having it in the sun as the painting turns out darker! When I have my canvas in the shade, my colours are surprisingly bright sometimes. I would love a happy medium.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Hi Sharon, the good news is, awareness is more than half the battle!

[@diannerudolph3169]

Excellent demo! Thanks

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Glad you liked it!

[@lucyyanagida]

Well that was just excellent!

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

I'm thrilled that you think so! Thanks, Lucy.

[@catholictortillas777]

Love watching you paint. Very informative and helpful! Thank you! I like "paint as fast as you can accurately. "

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

You are so welcome!

[@cincamp7742]

Scott, thank you for your videos, I enjoy your teaching and your style of artwork.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

My pleasure 😄

[@user-zm5hv5fm4c]

Very good

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

😊 thank you

[@KayInMaine]

You are a master, Scott! Really beautiful painting!

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

You are so kind 🙏🏼

[@ruthbosveld449]

This was great

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Glad you think so! Thanks.

[@jameswester333]

Thanks Scott!

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

You bet, Jim! Have you gotten out to paint?

[@jameswester333]

Not nearly enough!

[@pbhunter]

This looks so good. Thank you sharing.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Thanks and you’re welcome ☺️

[@pbhunter]

I’m going to start this journey, oil painting, and found this video to be extremely helpful. I’m subscribed and eager to learn more!

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Good for you! I’m glad you’re here and I’m happy to help.

[@shreyasfineart]

Beautiful ❤

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@momopaints]

Great tips. Lovely video and painting. 😊

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Thank you!

[@cherylfrank6468]

I really need? to see a demo, for us with “shakey hands”
Love what you’ve done❤️ I can only dream.
A straight line is foreign to me. 😳

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Oh, I'm sure that is frustrating! You aren't along though.

[@franceskavalec350]

beautiful !

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Thank you!

[@user-gr2ux2nk5v]

This was great. In this short video, I learned from you much more than I have from other plein air painters out there. I have yet to go outside in my neighborhood and paint. I'm a studio painter and the thought of being out there intimidates me LOL.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

I know it’s intimidating, but you won’t regret it! Good luck!

[@kyststudio-epicartadventure]

Monet had lots of sand in some of his beach paintings.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Ha! Good to know. I’ll have to look for it next time I see one.

[@LinMarst]

Scott, love your helpful videos. I’d like to make a suggestion for a future video-how to do dappled sunlight. It’s always a challenge.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Great suggestion!

[@robertradocha6871]

💞💯🎨🎨🎨

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Glad you enjoyed the video

[@bonnierpersingerfineart]

Hi what type and size of brush are you using for the buildings? also are you using any medium? Thanks ! Love this video.

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

Hi Bonnie,
The brushes used were Catalyst, by Princeton - Polytip Bristle Flats, size 4/6, Robert Simmons Signet flat and filbert, size 6/8, Rosemary & Co Ivory flat, size 8.
As for medium, I use Gamblin's Solvent Free Gel.
Happy painting! - Scott

[@tummins]

“Not painting from prison…”. 😁

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

😅 always a good thing!

[@richardmika2136]

is he in jail

[@ScottRuthvenFineArt]

😁