In the mid-19th century, artists who painted outdoors in natural light popularized techniques called painting en plein air. They searched for sites in nature to observe and capture with their paint brushes. Painters such as Monet, Pissaro and Renoir used a French box easel with telescopic legs, paint box and palette which assisted their travel to a variety of natural locations.
The techniques encourage artists to work quickly using large brushes for bold statements rather than pursue intricate, fine detail. There's a focus on light, color and landscape.
Writers also may benefit from observing plein air techniques. Take a walk and set up in a location. Write quickly what you notice about light, color, sounds and scents in the landscape. Search for details in your observations. Then move on to several locations and capture snapshots of nature with your pen.
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