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30th Anniversary Paint Out with Saim Caglayan, Oct 16th

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LPAPA Founder Saim Caglayan30th Anniversary Member Paint-Out with Saim Caglayan
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Mission San Juan Capistrano
Fee: $5 LPAPA Member Registration + $10 Mission Entry Fee

Step back in time to where LPAPA held its very first paint-out on this day 30 years ago! Join LPAPA Founder and Signature Artist Saim Caglayan for a historic 30th Birthday Member Paint-Out in the gardens and courtyards of Mission San Juan Capistrano.

This intimate gathering is a fantastic opportunity to paint alongside Saim, meet fellow members, and honor 30 years of LPAPA heritage.

Limited to 30 LPAPA Members. Advance online registration is required (members must log in to register).
If sold out, please add your name to the waitlist!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Questions? Need assistance? Contact LPAPA by phone (949) 376-3635 or by email info@lpapa.org.
Not a Member? Click here to join!

LPAPA Member Paint Out, August 29th

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LPAPA Members Paint OutdoorsLPAPA 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!

Log In & Register for Free 

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. 

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

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

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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). 

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).

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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).