Features Nurtured by Nature Cindy House captures the beauty of sea, land and sky in landscapes that are rich in texture and detail. By Anne Hevener Patterns of Behavior Whether painting groups of figures or groups of fruit, English artist Ann Wilkinson is motivated by a passion for pattern. By Ken Gofton Sky High With his eyes on the sky, landscape artist Marc Hanson is never at a loss for inspiration. By Deborah Secor Making Waves Improvisation plays a big role in the expressive seascapes of artist Lousie A. Frechette. By Chuck Sambuchino Technique Bonus: Pick a Winner Achieve stronger compositions by following one of three test-driven approaches to value and design. By Doug Dawson
Columns Art Matters Peek inside artist studios, and get the latest Creative Spark challenge. Edited by Jessica Canterbury Professional Practices If you've ever wanted to publish a book, find out how new services and technology have removed some of the risk and misadventure. By Michael Chesley Johnson Pastel Pointers To enjoy a successful plein air experience, you must first sharpen your skills of observation. By Richard McKinley Painting Spot A plein air artist will find abundant opportunity for painting along the spectacular shores of Oahu. By Mark Norseth with Tamara Moan
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