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2026 LPAPA Squared – Artists Entry Deadline October 19th

August 30, 2026 by Toni Kellenberg

LPAPA's 7th Annual LPAPA Squared All Member Show collageLPAPA Presents: The 7th Annual “LPAPA Squared” Juried All-Member Show

The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) proudly presents the 7th Annual “LPAPA Squared” Juried All-Members Show at the LPAPA Gallery, featuring original plein air and studio paintings created on 8″ x 8″ canvases by LPAPA Signature, Artist and Student Members.

Exhibition Timeline:

  • Deadline for Artists to Submit: Monday, October 19, 2026 (before midnight)
  • Online Launch & Preview Auction: Monday, November 30, 2026
  • Gallery Opening: Thursday, December 3, 2026, 1PM
  • Public Reception (Art Walk): Thursday, Dec 3rd, 6-9PM (Free Entry; Awards Announced at 7PM)
  • Show Closes: Monday, January 4, 2027

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!

Join LPAPA, be part of the legacy and tradition!

ARTISTS: CLICK TO SUBMIT THROUGH ONLINEJURIEDSHOWS.com

Click to Read: 2026 LPAPA Squared Prospectus

This annual show is proudly presented at the

LPAPA Gallery in Laguna BeachLPAPA 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
For information about becoming a LPAPA Member, click here: Join LPAPA
Follow #LPAPA #LagunaBeach #Watercolors #PleinAir #LPAPAgallery

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

Note: Images shown in the collage above are the 2025 award winning paintings.
Click here to visit LPAPA’s Award Archives.

Filed Under: Art Shows, Call for Artwork

2026 From Dusk to Dawn at City Hall!

January 15, 2026 by Toni Kellenberg

Award winner square for 2026 From Dusk to Dawn Gallery Show

From Dusk to Dawn 2026 Gallery and City Hall Show

LPAPA’s Annual “From Dusk to Dawn” Nocturne Show

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See City Hall Show at Artsy.net

The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) proudly presents the Annual “From Dusk to Dawn” Juried Nocturne Art Show at the LPAPA Gallery and at the Laguna Beach City Hall, featuring original plein air and studio paintings created between sunset and dawn by LPAPA Signature, Artist and Student Members.

Exhibition Timeline:

  • Online Launch & Preview Auction: Monday, August 3, 2026
  • Gallery Finalists Show Opening: Thursday, August 6, 2026, 1PM
  • Public Reception (Art Walk): Thursday, Aug 6th, 6-9PM (Free Entry; Awards Announced at 7PM)
  • City Hall Semi-Finalists Show Opening: Monday, August 10, 2026
  • Gallery Show Closes: Monday, August 31, 2026; City Hall Show Closes: Friday Sept 17th.

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!

Congratulations to the Award winners!

First Place Award winner for 2026 From Dusk to Dawn Gallery Show

2nd Prize winner for the 2026 From Dusk to Dawn Gallery Show

3rd Place winner for the 2026 From Dusk to Dawn

Honorable Mention Award for the 2026 From Dusk to Dawn Gallery Show

Join LPAPA, be part of the legacy and tradition!

2026 From Dusk to Dawn Prospectus

This annual show is proudly presented at the

LPAPA Gallery in Laguna BeachLPAPA 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
For information about becoming a LPAPA Member, click here: Join LPAPA
Follow #LPAPA #LagunaBeach #Watercolors #PleinAir #LPAPAgallery

LPAPA's From Dusk to Dawn Gallery Show Awards bannerBe part of the plein air painting legacy. Become a LPAPA Member!Click here to visit LPAPA’s Award Archives.

2026 From Dusk to Dawn Prospectus

Filed Under: Art Shows, Call for Artwork, Featured News

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The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization which means your gift is fully tax deductible as allowed by law. Tax ID # 68-0600606

LPAPA Gallery: 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
LPAPA Gallery Hours: Thursday through Monday, 11 am to 5 pm, 1st Thursdays to 9 pm
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 4109, Laguna Beach, CA 92652
Phone/Fax: (949) 376-3635
Email: info@lpapa.org