Plein Air: An Immersive Celebration of Outdoor Painting on Exhibit through October 24 at Fort

What is Plein Air? En plein air is a French expression meaning “in the open air,” and it refers to the act of painting outdoors with the artist’s subject in full view. Plein air artists capture the spirit and essence of a landscape or subject by incorporating natural light, color, and movement into their works. While plein air painting is rooted in direct observation, it also involves artistic interpretation and personal expression. For Plein Air Show, all featured works were created with a commitment to authenticity: at least 80% of each painting was completed outdoors and from direct observation. The result is a dynamic collection of landscapes, urban scenes, and moments in time that reflect the immediacy and energy of painting on location. Featured artwork is by artist Dana Enders who is one of the leaders of the Plein Air Painting group run through FMBAA. Artist Tamara Culp also leads the group who meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The exhibit will run from Thursday, September 25th to Friday, October 24th at the Fort Myers Beach Art Association gallery, located in Fort Myers at Cypress Square shopping center. Exhibiting artists may be present, and there may be plein air demonstrations taking place during the run of the show. Whether you're an art lover, nature enthusiast, or curious observer, Plein Air Show invites you to experience the outdoors through the eyes of an artist. Event Details What: “Plein Air Show” – a celebration of Outdoor Painting Where: FMBAA Gallery, 13451 McGregor Blvd, Unit #1, Fort Myers, FL 33919 Run Dates: Thursday, September 25 – October 24, 2025 Gallery Hours: Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays, Noon – 6:00 p.m. Beginning October 15 Gallery Hours: Mon.-Wed. 10-3, Thur.-Sat. Noon-6, closed Sunday Admission: Free For more information, visit Website: fortmyersbeachart.com or contact [email protected] About FMBAA: A longstanding non-profit cultural organization, the FMBAA promotes and celebrates visual arts within the Fort Myers region, offering members educational programs, exhibitions, and engaging public events.

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