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LPAPA+LOCA: Painting Demo with Jeff Sewell, April 30th

February 19, 2026 by Bonnie Langner

Jeff Sewell at his easel during golden hour

 

Jeff Sewell at his easel during golden hour

LPAPA+LOCA Painting Demonstration with Jeff Sewell
“Painting The Golden Hour” in Laguna Beach
Thursday, April 30th, 2026, 4PM-6PM

The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) in collaboration with Laguna Outreach for Community Arts (LOCA) is delighted to offer a Plein Air Painting Demonstration with LPAPA Signature Artist Jeff Sewell in Laguna Beach, California, Thursday, April 30th at 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Followed by a LPAPA Gallery Reception and Tour from 6:00pm-7:30pm

Jeff invites you to join him for this fun and informative plein air painting learning experience as he demonstrates his plein air painting techniques as he paints Laguna Beach’s Iconic Golden Hour. After watching Jeff’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 and 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 (as well as non-painters!). 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 20 registrants)

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

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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

This program is one of a 3-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). 

Filed Under: Member News, Paint Outs, Painting Demo, Plein Talks

Laguna Beach Gate & Garden Tour En Plein Air, May 2nd

January 24, 2026 by Toni Kellenberg

Laguna Beach Gate & Garden Tour en Plein Air

LPAPA Paint Out for Laguna Beach Gate and Garden TourLPAPA is pleased to support the Laguna Beach Garden Club’s 2026 Gate & Garden Tour with LPAPA Artists painting en plein air in the gardens with an art exhibition at the start of the tour at the Laguna Beach Water District!

GATE & GARDEN TOUR INFO/TICKETS

Meet our 2026 Invited Gate & Garden Tour Artists: 

LPAPA Artist member Barbara Sokol at her easel

2026 Gate and Garden Artist: Barbara Sokol

LPAPA Artist member BJ Morrison McKay at her easel

2026 Gate and Garden Artist: BJ Morrison McKay

LPAPA Artist Member John Dillon at his easel

2026 Gate and Garden Artist: John Dillon

LPAPA Signature Artist Mark Jacobucci at his easel

2026 Gate and Garden Artist: Mark Jacobucci

LPAPA Artist Member Mike Major at his easel

2026 Gate and Garden Artist: Mike Major

LPAPA Artist Tim Bush at his easel

2026 Gate and Garden Artist: Tim Bush

LPAPA Artist Member Sandi Candiotty at her easel

2026 Gate and Garden Tour Artist: Sandi Candiotty

LPAPA Artist Steven Grieco at his easel

2026 Gate and Garden Artist: Steven Grieco

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

This and other LPAPA art and education programs are made available to LPAPA members in support of LPAPA’s Mission to continue the Laguna Plein Air Painting Legacy and Tradition, and enhance the livelihood it its Artist Members. Not a LPAPA Member? Click the link below to learn about becoming an Artist, Student or Supporter Member.

JOIN LPAPA

Laguna Plein Air Painters Association
a 501(c)(3) nonprofit art organization
LPAPA’s mission is dedicated to painting the landscape!
Visit the LPAPA Gallery located at 414 N. Coast Highway in Laguna Beach.

Filed Under: Member News

The Invitational Legacy: Then & Now, the Artists’ Journey

January 6, 2026 by Toni Kellenberg

Laguna Plein Air Invitational

The Invitational Legacy Show-Then and NowA Gathering of Champions: Best in Show, “The Invitational Legacy – Then & Now”

What does it take to reach the pinnacle of the plein air world? The LPAPA Gallery invites you to explore the master work of the elite—our past Laguna Invitational “Best in Show” winners. This exhibition showcases new masterworks that define the current landscape of contemporary impressionism and the current artistic journey of LPAPA’s Best in Show award winners.

GO TO ARTSY VIEWING ROOM

Exhibition Timeline:

  • Online Launch & Preview Auction: 10AM, Monday, June 1, 2026
  • Gallery Opening: Thursday, June 4, 1PM
  • Public Reception (Art Walk): Thursday, June 4, 6-9PM (Free Entry)
  • Show Closes: Monday, June 29, 2026

Participating Artists:

LPAPA Signature Artist Cindy Baron painting Transitions

Invitational Legacy: Cindy Baron

LPAPA Signature Artist Carl Bretzke

Invitational Legacy: Carl Bretzke

LPAPA Signature Artist & Founding Member John Cosby

Invitational Legacy: John Cosby

LPAPA Signature Artist Don Demers

Invitational Legacy: Don Demers

LPAPA Signature Artist Aimee Erickson

Invitational Legacy: Aimee Erickson

LPAPA Signature Artist Jane Hunt

Invitational Legacy: Jane Hunt

LPAPA Signature Artist Peggi Kroll Roberts

Invitational Legacy: Peggi Kroll Roberts

Jason Li LPAPA Signature Artist

Invitational Legacy: Jason Li

LPAPA Signature Artist Calvin Liang in his studio

Invitational Legacy: Calvin Liang

LPAPA Signature Artist Joseph McGurl

Invitational Legacy: Joseph McGurl

LPAPA Signature Artist Jim McVicker at his easel

Invitational Legacy: Jim McVicker

LPAPA Signature Artist Clark Mitchell

Invitational Legacy: Clark G. Mitchell

LPAPA Signature Artist Michael Obermeyer at his easel

Invitational Legacy: Michael Obermeyer

Laguna Plein Air Artist Joseph Paquet

Invitational Legacy: Joe Paquet

Scott Prior Easel

Invitational Legacy: Scott W. Prior

LPAPA Signature Artist Ray Roberts at his easel

Invitational Legacy: Ray Roberts

LPAPA Signature Artist Jeff Sewell at his easel

Invitational Legacy: Jeff Sewell

Laguna Plein Air Signature Artist Bryan Mark Taylor

Invitational Legacy: Bryan Mark Taylor

Experience their mastery. Follow their journey.

Your purchase makes a difference. Proceeds from these sales directly benefit our participating artists and nonprofit Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA).

LPAPA is dedicated to preserving Laguna’s historic artistic legacy by promoting the plein air tradition. Through education and professional opportunities, we support the livelihoods of today’s artists and work to inspire the next generation to carry this century-old tradition forward.

This annual show is proudly presented at theLPAPA 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 Info@LPAPA.org
For information about becoming a LPAPA Member, click here: Join LPAPA
Follow #LPAPA #LagunaBeach #PleinAir #LPAPAgallery

Be part of the plein air painting legacy

Filed Under: Archived Gallery, Member News

2025 “LPAPA Squared” Awards

November 4, 2025 by Toni Kellenberg

6th Annual LPAPA Squared Awards collageLPAPA Squared 2025

LPAPA’s 6th Annual “LPAPA Squared” Juried All Member Art Show
A celebration of artwork created in a 8″ x 8″ square format by LPAPA Artists!

Congratulations to all the Award Winners! And, many thanks to all the submitting Artists!

LPAPA Squared First Place Award winner for Signature Artist

LPAPA Squared 2nd place Award Winner Signature Artist

LPAPA Squared Third Place award Winner Signature Artist

LPAPA Squared Honorable mention award Signature ArtistFirst Place Award Winner LPAPA Squared Artist Member

LPAPA Squared Second Place Award Winner Artist Member

LPAPA Squared third place award Artist member

LPAPA Squared Honorable Mention Award Artist Member

LPAPA Squared First Place Student AwardLPAPA Squared Second place Award Student Artist

LPAPA Squared third place award Student Artist

LPAPA Squared Honorable Mention award Student Artist

Show Overview & Timeline: (All times shown are Pacific Time)
Online Art Catalog Exhibition: December 1, 2025 thru January 5, 2026
LPAPA Gallery Show:  Thursday, Dec 4th thru Monday, January 5th
Gallery Reception & Awards: Thursday, December 4, 2025, 6PM – 9PM (awards 7PM)*

*Gallery awards presentation will be live-streamed on Facebook.

Click to read more in Stu News Laguna!

Unless other arrangements are made through LPAPA, paintings sold through the Auction and through the Gallery will be shipped or available for pick up after the gallery show ends.

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

Join LPAPA, be part of the legacy and tradition!

For information about becoming a LPAPA Member, click here: Join LPAPA

Your purchase makes a difference. Proceeds from these sales directly benefit our participating artists and the nonprofit Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA).

LPAPA is dedicated to preserving Laguna’s historic artistic legacy by promoting the plein air tradition. Through education and professional opportunities, we support the livelihoods of today’s artists and work to inspire the next generation to carry this century-old tradition forward.

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

For inquiries, please contact LPAPA at 949-376-3635 or Gallery@LPAPA.org
Follow #LPAPA #LagunaBeach #PleinAir #LPAPAgallery

Filed Under: Award Winners, Member News

Plein Air LIVE: Nov 6-8, 2025

November 1, 2025 by Toni Kellenberg

PleinAir Live sponsor

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%!

LEARN MORE & REGISTER!

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

LPAPA Signature Artist Cindy Baron at PleinAir Live 2025!
LPAPA Signature Artist Rick J. Delanty at PleinAir Live 2025!
LPAPA Signature Artist Scott Hamill at PleinAir Live 2025!
LPAPA Signature Artist Mike Hernandez
LPAPA Signature Artist Kathleen B. Hudson at PleinAir Live 2025!
LPAPA Signature Artist Judd Mercer at PleinAir Live 2025!
LPAPA Signature Artist Lisa Mozzini-McDill at PAL25

Filed Under: Archived Workshops, Member 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