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LPAPA Member Paint Out, August 29th

August 19, 2026 by Toni Kellenberg

LPAPA Paint-Out: Just for the “Plein” Fun of it!

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (or stay and paint as long as you like!)
Location: Heisler Park, Laguna Beach (Meeting at the Gazebo)
Cost: FREE for LPAPA Members

Let’s get together and paint for the just plein fun of it!

All LPAPA members are invited to join us for a relaxed morning of painting, connection, and creative growth along the iconic ocean cliffs of Heisler Park. Whether you want to swap gear recommendations, share your favorite tips and tricks, or simply enjoy the sea breeze with fellow artists, this paint-out is all about celebrating our artistic community.

What to Expect:

Meet-Up Spot: We will meet at or around the Gazebo at 9:00 AM before setting up our easels along the park’s scenic pathways.
Show Your LPAPA Pride: If you have an LPAPA hat, T-shirt, or apron, wear it so we can spot each other easily!
Paint & Connect: All skill levels are welcome. Come paint, share ideas, and enjoy a wonderful morning outdoors together.
How to Attend: This event is free, but please log in and register through the button below so we know how many members to expect! LPAPA President Toni Kellenberg will be there — register to see the list of who else will be joining us!

This in-person outdoor paint together experience is made possible through our Members dedication to the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) Mission to promote and preserve the plein air painting tradition and legacy.

Not a LPAPA Member? Did you know that you don’t need to live in Laguna Beach to join LPAPA’s global family as an Artist, Student, or Supporter Member! Learn more about becoming a LPAPA Member through the link below.

SUPPORT LPAPA, BECOME A MEMBER!

Debra Huse: Newport Demo & Paint Out, Dec 30th

November 1, 2025 by Toni Kellenberg

Painting Demonstration & Paint Out with Debra Huse
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 9AM-1PM

The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) is delighted to offer a Plein Air Painting Demonstration & Paint Out with Signature Artist Debra Huse in Newport Beach, California, Tuesday, December 30th at 9:00 am.

Debra invites you to join her for this fun and information plein air painting learning experience as she demonstrates her palette and oil painting techniques. You can choose to come to watch Debra’s demo and/or bring your gear to paint along with Debra or paint on your own during or after the demo. This is a great opportunity to learn from an award-winning LPAPA Signature Artist, LPAPA’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, meet LPAPA members, and enjoy being outdoors in the Newport Beach plein air!

This paint out is open to both LPAPA Members and Non-Members at all experience levels (as well as non-painters!). The Newport Beach location and details will be provided to registrants in the registration confirmation email.

Registration Fee: $15.00 for LPAPA Members; $30 for Non-Members
(advance registration required; limited to 16 registered painters)

To register, click the button below (LPAPA Members must login for Member Discount!)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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

Art + Nature Paint Out, Thursday Nov 6th

October 29, 2025 by Toni Kellenberg

LPAPA Members are invited to gather in Heisler Park for a LPAPA Paint Out on Thursday November 6th, 9AM-5PM, in support of the Laguna Art Museum‘s annual Art + Nature initiative that begins Saturday November 1st with outdoor art, free events, and curated activities for all ages. Free admission to the museum all of November! Art + Nature is your chance to explore, interact and participate with art!

Bring a sack lunch for a LPAPA Member Meet & Greet picnic near the breeching whale sculpture in Heisler Park at 12:30!

Invite your friends and family to join you for a fun day of painting outdoors, experiencing art and nature, and plan a visit to the Laguna Art Museum and the LPAPA Gallery for Art Walk 6-9PM!

Free LPAPA Member Paint Out! Register to let us know you will join us!

Thank you for supporting LPAPA and
carrying on the Laguna Plein Air Painting legacy!

Learn more about the Museum’s Art + Nature schedule and volunteer opportunities through the link below.

LAGUNA ART MUSEUM ART & NATURE SCHEDULE

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Laguna Hotel Painting Contest 2025

August 13, 2025 by Bonnie Langner

We are delighted to announce that the Hotel Laguna is sponsoring our 3rd Annual “Hotel Laguna” Painting Competition for 2025! LPAPA Members are invited to paint the Hotel Laguna and submit the completed painting image before midnight Monday, September 22nd, for the opportunity to be juried as one of 8 awards finalists to be judged for cash awards and exhibited for sale at the Hotel Laguna on October 2nd for Art Start (5-6PM) for First Thursday Art Walk (6-9PM) in the hotel’s Rose Garden plaza!

Three cash awards will be presented, 1st Place $500, 2nd Place $250, and 3rd Place $125; awards to be announced at 5:30PM during the Art Start reception on Thursday October 2nd. Details and registration can be found through the link below (full prospectus included in the emailed Call for Artwork).

In addition to the exhibition of the LPAPA Awards Finalists, there will be performances by the Laguna Dance Festival during Art Walk. Everyone is invited to the Hotel Laguna reception to celebrate Art Start for First Thursdays Art Walk! Free entry.

The LPAPA Gallery will also be open for First Thursday Art Walk (6-9PM) so plan to stop by to check out the current Laguna Invitational Artists’ “Catalog Art” Exhibition!

Log in to your LPAPA Member account through the link below to register to paint!

$10 LPAPA Member Registration

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO PAINT

Not a LPAPA Member? Join online today through this link: Join LPAPA

Follow hashtags #LPAPA #LagunaBeach #ArtWalk

Shuang Li: Watercolor Mentor Paint Out, May 12th

April 5, 2025 by Bonnie Langner

Mentor Paint Out with Shuang Li in Laguna Beach
Monday, May 12th, 2025, 9AM-12PM

Join award-winning LPAPA Signature Artist Shuang Li in Laguna Beach, California, Monday, May 12th at 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, for an inspiring and immersive plein air watercolor learning experience! Watch as Shuang masterfully demonstrates her signature watercolor painting techniques. Then set up your easel to apply some of the principals she demonstrated, as you capture the stunning Laguna Beach landscape on your canvas. Throughout the watercolor painting lesson, Shuang will answer questions, provide personalized guidance, and offer tips and insights to elevate your painting skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from a renowned artist, refine your watercolor techniques, and meet LPAPA members in a beautiful outdoor setting. Don’t miss this enriching artistic adventure!

Immediately following the paint out, everyone is invited to the LPAPA Gallery for refreshments and a book signing with Shuang for her popular book available through the gallery, “Watercolor Plein Air Basics”! The gallery will be featuring its “must see” 9th Annual “Waterworks” Juried Watercolor Show!

This Mentor Paint Out is open to both LPAPA Members as well as Non-Members, at all experience levels, from beginner to master. The Laguna Beach location and details will be provided in the registration confirmation email.

Registration Fee: $40.00 for LPAPA Members and LOCA Members; $50 for Non-Members
(advance registration required; limited to 15 registrants)

To register, click the button below (LPAPA Members must login for Member Discount!)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Need assistance? Contact LPAPA by phone (949) 376-3635 or by email Bonnie@lpapa.org.

This menter paint out is a LPAPA administered education program providing a discount benefit for LPAPA members; tuition proceeds benefits the Artist/Instructor and provides support for LPAPA’s administrative costs and year-round art and education programs. Registration fees are not refundable but are transferable with advance notice. LPAPA Members need to log in to receive the Member Discount. Not a LPAPA Member? Click here to Learn More About Joining.