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Who is Plein-Air Painting

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asked Jul 25, 2013 in Art Glossary

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A painting done outside rather than in a studio. The term comes from the French en plein air, meaning 'in the open air'. TheImpressionists were particularly interested in the influence of changing light outdoors on color.

answered Jul 25, 2013