Aimee Erickson (USA)
We are thrilled to announce Aimee Erickson as the featured artist for the 2027 festival!
Known for an engaging style and versatility in subject matter, AIMEE ERICKSON is an internationally renowned oil painter and instructor who has given lectures and demonstrations at venues nationwide and abroad. Her first book, Plein Air Techniques for Artists, was released by Quarto in 2023.
Erickson maintains interest in a range of subject matter and is known for her still lifes, portrait/figure work, and landscape paintings. A standout at plein air painting competitions, she has won both Best of Show and Artists’ Choice at Plein Air Easton, as well as Best of Show at Carmel, Sonoma, Olmsted, Laguna, and Pacific Northwest Plein Air art festivals.
She has exhibited with international plein-air groups in China and Russia, is an inaugural member of Charlie Hunter’s En Train Air expedition, and painted the official portrait of governor of Oregon Barbara Roberts.
Erickson’s professional affiliations include Plein Air Painters of America, Oil Painters of America, Laguna Plein Air Painters Association, American Impressionist Society, and the California Art Club; her work has been featured in Southwest Art Magazine, American Art Collector, and PleinAir Magazine, and on OutdoorPainter.com.
Erickson has a BFA in Visual Communication Design with an Illustration emphasis. She lives in Portland, Oregon, and carries a sketchbook. To see more of Erickson’s work, visit aimeeerickson.com, @1aim on Instagram, and Aimee Erickson Artist on Facebook.
We can’t wait to see how she’s inspired by our unique Australian landscape.
Workshop Weekend
Pre-Festival Paint Out
Warwick Fuller Returns!
We are pleased to announce that Warwick will return to Capital Plein Air in 2027!
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1 x Day Workshops
Explaining this is a bit of background on the artists and their brief history so you can get to know them and see if you are interested in attending
Watercolour Reimagined Monday 20th April, $180 per person
by Julie Simmons on location at Cuppacumbalong, Tharwa
Info about Julie.
Plein Air Acrylic Painting Monday 20th April, $180 per person
by Linda MacAulay on location at Cuppacumbalong
Info about Linda.
www.lindamacaulay.com.au
Plein Air Oil Painting Wednesday 22nd April, $180 per person
by Kasey Sealy on location at Cotter Bend
Info about Kasey.
Plein Air Pencil Drawing Thursday 23rd April, $180 per person
by John Haycraft on location at Weston Park
Info about John.
Inquiries to Teach Workshops
At this time, our teaching schedule for the upcoming festival is fully booked. We’ve deliberately chosen to limit the number of workshops offered to ensure they compliment the broader goals of the event. While workshops are a valuable component, the true heart of the festival lies in creating a space where artists can come together to paint, connect with like-minded creatives, and compete alongside some of Australia’s finest outdoor painters for awards.
We encourage skilled and high-profile artists from across the country to travel and participate in the festival, as it provides an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the camaraderie and creative spirit of the plein air community. Your involvement not only enriches the experience for everyone but also showcases your talents in a vibrant and supportive environment.
Please note that our lineup of workshop instructors is selected from participating artists of the previous year, as we aim to support and highlight those who actively contribute to the success and growth of the event. By participating, you may also have the opportunity to be considered as an instructor in future festivals.
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