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LPAPA Strong Registration Deadline: Friday Jan 5th, 2024

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LPAPA Strong Painted Postcard Fundraiser collageCall for Postcard Art!
5th Annual LPAPA Strong Painted Postcards Fundraiser
Register to show LPAPA and the world some LOVE!

Deadline for Artists to Register to paint postcard: Friday January 5, 2024, by midnight
Deadline to Submit Painted Postcard Image: Monday January 29, 2024, by midnight
OnlinePostcard Art Auction Dates: 10:00 am Monday Feb 5th to 6:00 pm Thursday Feb 8th
Online Virtual Reception: Thursday February 8th, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

All LPAPA Signature, Artist, and Student Members are invited to participate in the 5th Annual LPAPA Strong Painted Postcard Auction. The annual “I Love LPAPA” theme is open to all painting mediums and all subject matters with the auction ending in time for the collector’s postcard to be mailed by Valentine’s Day. This year we’re asking our artists to paint their postcards in advance of the Auction so that participants will bid on the Artist’s postcard that they fall in love with! LPAPA’s goal is to have some fun raising friends, funds, and support the Artists and nonprofit LPAPA!

The deadline register to paint a postcard is Friday January 5th by midnight; register through the link below. After registering, LPAPA will mail a postcard kit to use to paint an original 5″ x 7″ painted postcard on the paintable Canson postcard provided (or on a 5″ x 7″ panel with the postcard affixed to the back).

Completed painted postcard image must be submitted by email by midnight, Monday January 29th, 2024. Online auction will open 10AM Monday February 5th and end 6PM Thursday February 8th. Bidding will start at $50 with $10 minimum bid increments. Each artist will receive 50% of his or her painted postcard auction proceeds. No entry fee!

Questions? Need assistance? Contact us by phone (949) 376-3635 or by email bonnie@lpapa.org.

Together we thrive. Together we spread the love! Together we keep LPAPA Strong!

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CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO PAINT!

Click to view past LPAPA Strong Painted Postcard Art: 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020

John Cosby: Laguna Plein Air Painting Workshop, Jun 10-12, 2024

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LPAPA Founding Member & Signature Artist John Cosby plein air painting workshop

3-Day Laguna Plein Air Painting Workshop
June 10, 11 & 12, 2024

John Cosby “Artist in Residence” LPAPA Gallery Solo Exhibition
June 6 – July 1, 2024

LPAPA Signature Artist & Founding Member John Cosby will lead a 3-day “Signature Artist in Residence” Laguna Plein Air Painting Workshop Monday through Wednesday, June 10, 11 and 12, 2024. This outdoor painting workshop will be taught by demonstration, lecture and one-on-one time at your easel. John will stress the importance of quick value studies both in color and in black and white.  You will do many of these studies and then work on a finished Plein Air painting on the last day.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about painting outdoors, get tips for adding inspiration to help kick-start or take your work to the next level! 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR WORKSHOP

Class meets from 9:00 am-4:00 pm each day. All levels welcome, beginner to professional. This workshop will include talks, demonstrations, lots of one-on-one instruction, and painting on location at outdoor Laguna and nearby locations. John will demonstrate his painting technique and students will have the opportunity to paint plein air studies in this fun and informative 3-day class. Students must provide their own art supplies, meals, and transportation to and from painting sites, as well as pay parking fees. Maximum of 15 students, minimum of 10.

Visit: CosbyStudio.com, to learn more about this award-winning artist and sought-after instructor!

Workshop Tuition*: $550 for LPAPA Members, $600 for Non-Members
Maximum: 15 students
Dates: Monday June 10 through Wednesday June 12, 2024
Times: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with a lunch break each day
Locations: Painting locations, as well as required supply list, to be provided to registrants in advance.

In addition, the LPAPA Gallery is proud to present a special “Artist in Residence” Solo Exhibition featuring major works, and plein air studies, created by John Cosby. The Exhibition will open Thursday June 6th with a special First Thursdays Art Walk Reception, and continue through Monday July 1, 2024. LPAPA will also host a special Plein Talk with John Cosby on Saturday June 8th, 6-8PM (save the date — details and registration coming soon).

LPAPA Members: login when registering to receive the member discount.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR WORKSHOP

*Note: The workshop tuition must be paid in full to hold your spot. If you need to cancel, a full refund will be issued if LPAPA receives your cancellation more than 60 days prior to the start of the class (on or before April 9, 2024, and no later than May 9, 2024), you will receive a refund of your tuition LESS LPAPA’s $100 cancellation processing fee UNLESS someone on the waiting list fills your spot in the class in which case you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 4 weeks of the start date (on or after May 10, 2024), you forfeit your entire tuition UNLESS someone from the waiting list fills your spot in the class in which case you will receive a full refund.

LPAPA Gallery Signature Showcase, Jan 4 – Mar 4, 2024

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2024 LPAPA Gallery Signature Showcase ExhibitionThe LPAPA Gallery is pleased to present its 3rd Annual “Signature Showcase” gallery exhibition featuring original plein air and studio works created by LPAPA Signature Artist Members. The show can be seen online beginning January 1, 2024, and at the LPAPA Gallery Thursday January 4, 2024 through Monday March 4, 2024.

The show will open online on Monday January 1st at 10:00 am PT with an online Art Catalog and Preview Auction that will end at 8:00 pm on Thursday January 4th during the First Thursdays Art Walk Opening Reception. LPAPA will host First Thursday Art Walk receptions on Thursday January 4th and Thursday February 1st, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, open to the public with free entry.

The LPAPA Gallery hours are Thursday through Monday, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, and by appointment, with extended hours to 9:00 pm the first Thursday of each month. The gallery will be closed on December 31st and January 1st for the New Year holiday.

The gallery is located on Gallery Row at 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, California, between Jasmine and Myrtle Streets (there’s a trolley stop on the corner of North Coast Highway & Jasmine).

LPAPA Gallery shows are made possible through the support of our Members, Patrons, Donors, and Collectors. Proceeds from the sale of artwork support the artists and nonprofit LPAPA, and helps to further LPAPA’s mission to preserve Laguna’s century-old plein air painting legacy, promote the plein air painting tradition, and education programs to inspire the next generation of plein air painters! We hope you will plan to visit the gallery, join LPAPA as an artist, supporter, or consider making a donation to help assure that plein air painting will remain active in our community for centuries to come! When you join LPAPA, you become part of the Laguna plein air legacy and tradition!

Please feel free to contact us by email at info@lpapa.org or by phone at (949) 376-3635 for further information, to make purchase inquiries, or to schedule a gallery appointment. Follow hashtag #lpapa on Social Media networks!

Thank you for your support!
Thank you for being part of the Laguna Plein Air Painting tradition!

2023 Laguna Invitational

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Laguna Light by Michael Obermeyer 2023 Laguna Invitational Best in Show2023 25th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Invitational
Best in Show Award Winner
“Laguna Light” by Michael Obermeyer
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2023 Artists | 2023 Sponsors, Contributors & Donors 

2023 Laguna Invitational Group Photo
2023 25th Annual Group Photo. Back Row (l-r): LPAPA VP Celeste Gilles, LPAPA President Toni Kellenberg, Jason Li, Aaron Schuerr, Ray Roberts, Peggi Kroll Roberts, Michael Situ, Carl Bretzke, Ryan Jensen, Lisa Skelly, Mark Fehlman, Geoffrey Allen, Debra Huse, Randall Sexton, Lisa Mozzini-McDill, Bill Davidson, Haidee-Jo Summers, Paulette Auster (representing LPAPA Founding Member Ken Auster) | Middle Row (l-r): LPAPA Executive Co-Director Dora James, Michael Obermeyer, Wyllis Heaton, Daniel Marshall, Jim McVicker, Zufar Bikbov, Anthony Salvo, Barbara Tapp, Dan Mondloch, David Marty, Cindy Baron | Front Row (l-r): LPAPA Supporter Linda Stern, Richard Boyer, Rebecca Arguello, Jeff Sewell, Aimee Erickson, Suzie Baker, Rick J. Delanty, Terry Miura, Richie Vios, Kim Casebeer, LPAPA Executive Co-Director Bonnie Langner, LPAPA Executive Advisor Rosemary Swimm

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Debra Huse: Purple Mountains – Live Online Paint Party, Dec 6th, 2023

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 Debra Huse Series 16 Paint AlongsRegister through LPAPA and a percentage of the fee goes to support LPAPA!

Grab your paint and easel and join LPAPA Signature Artist Debra Huse for her Paint Like A Pro 4-part Series 16 weekly LIVE ONLINE Paint Party Paint Alongs. Debra will provide the reference photos and guide you from start to finish as you paint along together, brushstroke by brushstroke, to complete a great little painting in less than 2 hours!

Paint Parties are fun for everyone, from beginner to more advanced painters. See, paint and learn with other artists from across the world. After the live Paint Party, the Paint Along video will be available in your online library for a lifetime of enjoyment. Sign up through LPAPA and Debra will donate a portion of her fee to support nonprofit LPAPA and its education programs.

Purple Mountains – Live Online Paint Party – Wednesday Dec 6th, 11am – 1pm PST
Mountains have many beautiful colors of purples and blues. Learn to capture color and depth in your paintings. We will include the stream and pine trees with the snow-covered mountains.
$59 for an individual course or $199 for the 4-part series.

4-Part Series includes live sessions followed with recordings…
Red, White & Blue Boats – Live Online Paint Party – Wednesday Nov 15th, 11am – 1pm PST
Cowboy Blues – Live Online Paint Party – Wednesday Nov 22nd, 11am – 1pm PST
Nantucket White – Live Online Paint Party – Wednesday Nov 29th, 11am – 1pm PST 
Purple Mountains – Live Online Paint Party – Wednesday Dec 6th, 11am – 1pm PST

$199 for 4-part series or $59 for each individual class!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LIVE LESSONS or RECORDINGS

*Note: This workshop is being offered by a LPAPA Member and is not a LPAPA administered program, however, a portion of each class fee is donated to support nonprofit LPAPA and its education programs!

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