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Aimee Erickson: Painting Demo, July 19th | 5:30-7:30PM

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Laguna Plein Air Painting Workshop with Aimee EricksonPlein Talk & Live Demo with Aimee Erickson

Sunday, July 19th | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (5:00 PM Workshop Student Exclusive Early Entry)

Experience the creative process up close! The LPAPA Gallery is pleased to present a live painting demonstration and intimate “Plein Talk” with award-winning LPAPA Signature Artist Aimee Erickson.

Come for the creative experience, stay for the wine, light refreshments, and lively conversation. Whether you are an aspiring painter or a passionate collector, this is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the plein air community’s most sought-after instructors.

  • Where: LPAPA Gallery, 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach

  • Tickets: Registration is open online; tickets $15 for Members, $25 for Non-Members.  LPAPA Members, please remember to log in to access your member discount.

  • Workshop Registrants: Your ticket is fully included. Join us at 5:00 PM for an exclusive meet-and-greet with Aimee before the main demo event begins at 5:30.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT!

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

Please note that registration fees are non-refundable but transferable with advance notice to LPAPA.

Saim Caglayan: Plein Air Painting Workshop, June 15-17, 2026

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Laguna painting by Saim Caglayan

Ever wondered how the Laguna Plein Air Painters legacy began? Now is your chance to learn from the source! Join us for a special 3-day plein air painting workshop with LPAPA Founder & Signature Artist Saim Caglayan.

Join us for a rare opportunity to study with the founding spirit of the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association. This 3-day, in-person workshop is designed for painters of all experience levels—from curious beginners to seasoned professionals looking to refine their craft.

Is this workshop for you?

  • Do you love the landscape but struggle to capture it on canvas?

  • Want to achieve more confident results when painting outdoors?

  • Have you been curious about plein air but felt intimidated to start?

  • Are you looking for a creative “kick-start” and fresh inspiration?

In this workshop, Saim will focus on three main elements in plein air painting: Composition, Value and Color. This is a great opportunity to learn the techniques that helped build the Laguna plein air legacy in a supportive, hands-on environment. Learn more about this workshop and the artist at SaimCaglayan.com. 

Workshop Investment & Details*:

  • LPAPA Members Tuition: $475.00

  • Non-Members Tuition: $500.00

  • Maximum: 10 painters

  • Dates: Monday June 15th, Tuesday June 16th & Wednesday June 17th, 2026

  • Times: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day with 1-hour lunch break

  • Painting Locations: Laguna Beach & San Juan Capistrano; location details to be shared with registrants in advance.

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*Note: LPAPA Members need to log in to receive the Member Discount. The workshop tuition must be paid in full to hold your spot. Registrations remaining unpaid for 3 or more days are subject to cancellation. Workshop fees are non-refundable, however, they are transferrable. Please contact LPAPA’s Executive Director Bonnie Langner by email at bonnie@lpapa.org or call (949) 376-3635 for assistance.

LPAPA+LOCA: Painting Demo with Mason Williams, March 20th

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LPAPA Signature Artist Mason Wiliams at his Easel

LPAPA+LOCA Painting Demonstration with  Mason Williams
“Laguna Canyon En Plein Air”
Friday, March 20th, 2026, 9AM-11AM, + 2PM Gallery Tour

The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) in collaboration with Laguna Outreach for Community Arts (LOCA) is delighted to offer a Laguna Canyon En Plein Air Painting Demonstration with LPAPA Signature Artist Mason Williams in Laguna Beach, California, Friday, March 20th, 9:00 am to 11:00 am, followed with a LPAPA Gallery Tour and Reception at 2:00 pm.

LPAPA & LOCA invite you to join Mason Williams for this fun and informative plein air painting learning experience as he demonstrates his plein air oil painting techniques while creating a Laguna Canyon landscape. After watching Mason’s demo, you are encouraged to paint on your own in beautiful Laguna and practice what you learned. This is a great opportunity to learn from an award-winning LPAPA Signature Artist, meet LPAPA & LOCA members, and enjoy being outdoors in the Laguna Beach plein air!

This painting demo is open to both LPAPA Members and LOCA Members, as well as Non-Members, at all experience levels (non-painters welcome too!). The Laguna Beach painting location and details will be provided with the registration confirmation email.

Registration Fee:  $40.00 for LPAPA Members and LOCA Members; $50 for Non-Members
(advance registration required; limited to 20 registrants)

To register, click the button below (LPAPA Members need to login for Member Discount! LOCA Members must have current LOCA Membership).

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

This program is one of a 2-part educational series made possible with grant funding through the City of Laguna Beach in support of the art education collaboration with LOCA Arts Education (LOCA) and the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA).

Plein Air LIVE: Nov 6-8, 2025

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PleinAir Live sponsorLPAPA is a proud sponsor of the 6th Annual PleinAir Live online virtual plein air painting learning experience from PleinAir Magazine! Get access to watch the world’s best instructors demo and celebrate outdoor painting from the comfort and safety of your home!

Join us for PleinAir Live! Be a part of the plein air experience and community. The 6th Annual PleinAir Live is November 6-8, 2025, with an optional Essential Techniques Day on November 5th. Click link for more information on what PleinAir Live is about and when registering use Promo Code LPAPA to save 10%! Plus attendees will receive a special Expo Promo Code to save 15% on LPAPA Merchandise!

Use Promo Code LPAPA to Save 10%!

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Be sure to give a LPAPA shout out the LPAPA Members on faculty!

Calvin Liang: Plein Air Painting Workshop, Mar 18-20, 2026

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Calvin Liang Headshot and Easel Shot for WorkshopLPAPA is pleased to present a 3-day Outdoor Painting en Plein Air Workshop with Calvin Liang, Wednesday March 18th through Friday March 20th, 2026. Click here to view Calvin’s showcase exhibition at the LPAPA Gallery through March 2nd.

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Join Calvin Liang, award-winning oil painter and LPAPA Signature Artist, for this fun and informative plein air painting workshop. Calvin will begin with an outdoor demonstration on day one and will spend one on one time with each student the rest of the day. Plein air painting is a foundational part of training the eye to better understand the concepts of composition, design, and color harmony. 

Class meets from 10am-5pm each day, with a 1-hour lunch break. All skill levels welcome, beginner to professional.

This workshop’s painting on location lessons include :

  • How to better see warm and cool color in landscapes.
  • How to command hardness and softness of the edges to create space in painting.
  • How to simplify the subject matter through the use of basic design, value, color,  and drawing skills.
  • How to consider the reasons for different paint surface textures, and brushstroke direction over the forms.
  • How to get the best possible result in a short time.

Students must provide their own art supplies, meals, accommodations, parking fees, and transportation to and from painting sites. Maximum of 15 students, minimum of 8.

Visit CalvinLiangFineArt.com, to learn more about this award-winning artist popular instructor!

Workshop Tuition*: $560 (LPAPA Members: $535 )
Maximum: 15 students
Dates: Wednesday March 18th thru Friday, March 20th, 2026
Times: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day with 1-hour lunch break
Locations: 3 days painting on locations in Laguna Beach. Location details, as well as a recommended supply list, will be provided to registrants in advance.

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If the workshop is full when you attempt to register, please be sure to add your name to the waitlist!

(LPAPA Members please be sure to log in to access the member discounted price.).

*Note: You may register in advance without pre-paying the tuition, however, the workshop tuition must be paid in full at least 60 days prior to the start of the workshop to secure your spot. If you need to cancel, a full refund, less LPAPA’s credit card transaction fees, will be issued if LPAPA receives your cancellation more than 60 days prior to the start of the class (on or before January 17, 2026). If you cancel within 60 days of the start of the class (on or after January 18, 2026, and no later than February 17, 2026), you will receive a refund of your tuition LESS a $100 cancellation fee UNLESS the class is full and someone on the waiting list fills your spot in the class in which case you will receive a full refund less LPAPA’s credit card transaction fees. If you cancel within 4 weeks of the start date (on or after February 18, 2026), you forfeit your entire tuition UNLESS the class is full and someone from the waiting list fills your spot in the class in which case you will receive a full refund less LPAPA’s credit card transaction fees. 

Be part of the plein air painting legacy. Become a LPAPA Member!