Miami Plein Aire
Miami Plein Aire brings artists together to celebrate and expand South Florida’s Plein Air community through collaborative events and vibrant outdoor painting experiences.
Plein air comes from the French en plein air, meaning “in the open air”, and refers to the act of painting outdoors, directly from the landscape, rather than in a studio.
Artists who work en plein air aim to capture the natural light, atmosphere, and immediate impression of a scene. It is about being present, observing life as it unfolds, and expressing those observations in real time.
Quick
Draw
Event
Don't Miss Miami Plein Aire’s First-Ever Plein Air "Quick Draw" Painting Event!
A "Quick Draw" is a dynamic, live art event where painters set up their easels outdoors and are given a strict two-hour time limit to paint a complete scene from start to finish. Spectators are encouraged to wander through the park, interact with the artists, and observe the creative process unfold in real time.
At the end of the session, artists will bring their completed works to the Biscayne Nature Center for awards judging, viewing, and purchase. This is a rare opportunity for the community to collect original, freshly painted pieces that capture the unique light and spirit of Key Biscayne.
