10th Annual Waterworks Art Show 2026
LPAPA Presents: The 10th Annual “Waterworks” Juried Watercolor Show
The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA), with the support of the Joe Hanks Van Cleave Foundation for the Arts, proudly presents the 10th Annual “Waterworks” Juried Watercolor Art Show, featuring original plein air and studio work created with transparent watercolors by LPAPA Signature and Artist Members. We’re delighted to have Mark Hilbert, Founder of the Hilbert Museum, return as our 2026 Awards Judge.
Exhibition Timeline:
- Online Launch & Preview Auction: Monday, May 4, 2026. 10AM
- Gallery Opening: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 1PM
- Public Reception (Art Walk): Thursday, May 7, 2026, 6-9PM (Free Entry)
- Show Closes: Monday, June 1, 2026
Supporting Artistry and Legacy: Through the sale of artwork, you directly benefit the participating artist and empower nonprofit LPAPA to fulfill its mission. LPAPA is committed to painting the landscape, preserving Laguna’s century-old artistic legacy, and enhancing the livelihoods of its artist members. We strive to inspire the next and future generations of plein air painters to carry this tradition forward!
This annual show is proudly presented at the
LPAPA Gallery
414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Hours are 11AM to 5PM, Thursday through Monday, or by appointment
Gallery Hours modified for First Thursdays Art Walk each month, 1PM – 9PM
Phone (949) 376-3635 or Email Gallery@LPAPA.org
For inquiries, please contact LPAPA at 949-376-3635 or Gallery@LPAPA.org
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2026 Award Winner image collage above. Click here to visit LPAPA’s Award Archives.
