Laguna Plein Air “Welcome to Laguna Beach” Paint Out

Saturday, October 3rd, 2026

We’re kicking off opening day of the 28th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Invitational with a Paint Out at Heisler Park! Come meet LPAPA artists, watch as they paint, and ask questions about their painting process.

Schedule & Location:

• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Welcome Paint Out (Heisler Park):  Gather along the cliffs of Heisler Park to join LPAPA in welcoming our arriving Invitational Artists as they gather to paint together along the coastline. (Free for Public; Participating Painters register here).
  
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Show & Tell: Artists are invited to bring a sack lunch and meet up at the picnic benches in the vicinity of the Breaching Whale sculpture in Heisler Park to share their plein air paintings.

Many thanks to our LPAPA Members coming to paint out and welcome the Invitational Artsits: Yvette Alvarado, Melissa Annis, Lisa Atkinson, Jeff Bertuleit, Brienne Brown, Sandi Candiotty, Lorraine Marie Cote, Toni Danchik, Gilberto Delgado, Flectcher Dice, Davesa Fernandes, Laury Gardiner, Corinne Haig, John Hunzicker, Toni Kellenberg, Tracy Middleton, Diane Ohnemus, Kevin Peterson, David Pion-Berlin, Jaladhi Pujara, Hans Quinonez, Steve Sandborg, Karen Sharp, Diane Snyder, Barbara Sokol, Vira Ustianska, Carol Van Vooren, and Michelle Webb!

Let’s go outside and paint together in celebration of Laguna’s Plein Air Painting legacy!

PAINT OUT ARTISTS: Click Here to Register to Paint!

No registration needed to come out to watch the artists paint!

Not a LPAPA Member? Click HERE to learn more and join!

Follow the journey using hashtag:
#LPAPA28th #LagunaPleinAir #ExperienceCollectors on our Facebook and Instagram channels,
or click to sign up for free as a LPAPA E-News Subcriber!

MEET THE 2026 INVITATIONAL ARTISTS

BECOME A 2026 SPONSOR or PATRON 

Click to view or print schedule of 2026 Invitational Events.

Please note: The LPAPA Gallery will close October 4th, and 9th through 11th, reopening October 15th.

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

Save the Dates for 2027!
Laguna Plein Air Painting Invitational, October 2nd – 10th!
Concerts in the Canyon have been rescheduled to October 2nd and 3rd, 2027!

+

Plein Talk with the Artists: An Evening at the Laguna Art Museum

Monday, October 6th | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Laguna Art Museum

Join us for a truly special evening at the Laguna Art Museum for a captivating Plein Talk discussion, featuring a panel of artists competing in this year’s Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational: Scott Hamill, Debra Huse, Haidee-Jo Summers, and Mason Williams. Moderated by LPAPA’s Vice President, Celeste Gilles

This exclusive event offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from these celebrated plein air painters. Discover their artistic journeys, delve into their creative processes, and uncover the inspiration behind their stunning work. The discussion will explore:

• The challenges and rewards of painting outdoors.
• Their personal connection to the landscapes they capture.
• The profound role of Laguna Beach’s natural beauty in shaping their art.

A welcome reception in the museum’s lobby will precede the talk at 5:30 PM, where you can mingle with the artists and fellow art enthusiasts while enjoying a glass of wine and charcuterie prepared by Chef Lindsay of Nirvana. A lively open Q&A session will follow the panel discussion.

Whether you’re an artist, a passionate art lover, or simply curious about the plein air movement, this evening promises to be an inspiring celebration of creativity and nature. 

Advance tickets are highly recommended!

LPAPA & Museum Members: $35
Non-Member Guests: $45
LCAD Next Generation Students $10

PURCHASE TICKET

Ticket sales support the program, as well as both the Museum and LPAPA!

A huge thank you to the Laguna Art Museum for hosting this special LPAPA event!
The Museum is located at 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach (Google Map Link)

Learn how you can support the Laguna Plein Air Painters & the Laguna Art Museum…
by becoming a Member!

BECOME A LPAPA MEMBER  BECOME A MUSEUM MEMBER

Click to view or download: 2025 Invitational Events
Learn how you can support the Invitational as an 2025 Invitational Sponsor Opportunities

Follow hashtags #LPAPA27th #LPAPA #LagunaBeach #PleinAir #ExperienceCollectors

Plein Talk with Art Experts: Exploring Plein Air’s Past, Present & Future

Wednesday, October 8th | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Laguna Art Museum

Join us for an incredibly insightful and inspiring evening at the Laguna Art Museum for our Plein Talk with Art Experts!

This distinguished panel moderated by LPAPA’s Vice President Celeste Gilles includes Eric Jessen, Mark Hilbert, and Kelly Tucker, renowned art experts, prominent collectors, and respected historians, will answer questions and share their insights. This is a unique opportunity to gain profound perspectives on plein air art as they delve into its rich history, current trends, and exciting future.

The evening begins with a welcome reception at 5:30 PM in the museum’s lobby, where you can mingle with fellow art enthusiasts and enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie prepared by Chef Lindsay of Nirvana. . Following the captivating panel discussion, there will be an open Q&A session, allowing you to engage directly with the experts.

Whether you’re a passionate artist, a discerning collector, a dedicated art lover, or simply curious about the plein air movement, this evening promises to be an enriching celebration of creativity and heritage.

Advance tickets are highly recommended!

LPAPA & Museum Members: $35
Non-Member Guests: $45
LCAD Next Generation Students $10

PURCHASE TICKETS

Ticket sales support the program, as well as both the Museum and LPAPA!

A huge thank you to the Laguna Art Museum for hosting this special LPAPA event!
The Museum is located at 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach (Google Map Link)

Learn how you can support the Laguna Plein Air Painters & the Laguna Art Museum…
by becoming a Member!

BECOME A LPAPA MEMBER  BECOME A MUSEUM MEMBER

Click to view or download 2025 Invitational Events
Click to learn about 2025 Invitational Sponsor Opportunities!

Follow hashtags #LPAPA27th #LPAPA #LagunaBeach #PleinAir #ExperienceCollectors