Plein Talks Archives - Laguna Plein Air Painters Association

March 2026 Featured Signature Artist: Anthony Salvo

March 6, 2026 by Bonnie Langner

March 2026 Featured Artist : Anthony Salvo of Costa Mesa, California

Anthony combines the color sense, composition and esthetic qualities acquired from years of design experience into his newly found love of painting “en plein air.” Plein Air painting has given Anthony the enthusiasm to spend much more time, thought and consideration on the ordinary beautiful day or object that life puts in front of him — and passionately portray them on canvas. When he is not painting “en plein air”, you can find him in his studio, painting delectable – foodie still life creations, and vintage trucks and cars.

“Catching the light while painting – I want to be deliberate, fresh and spontaneous in my approach – to convey that unspoken energy into every painting, telling my story – letting the viewer write the words, documenting the ever-changing landscape”–Anthony Salvo

Click here to visit Anthony’s website to learn more about the artist.

Artwork by Anthony Salvo currently on exhibit and available through the “LPAPA Featured Artists” on Artsy.net

“Spring at Big Bend” by Anthony Salvo
11″ x 14″ Oil $1,800 Framed
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“Peaceful Solitude, Laguna” by Anthony Salvo
8″ x 16″ Oil $1,700
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“Monday Palm, Heisler Park, Laguna”
8″ x 16″ Oil $1,700
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Click to view more of Anthony’s artwork at Studio2817.com

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Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA)
Gallery: 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone (949) 376-3635, Email info@lpapa.org

March 2026 Featured Artist Member: David Allen

March 6, 2026 by Bonnie Langner

March 2026 Featured Artist : David Allen of Orange, California

Born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, David found positive influences early in life. Encouragement from teachers, colleagues, and family inspired him to pursue his passion for art.After moving to Southern California, he had the opportunity to work for a graphics and printing company, which rekindled his strong interest in the arts. David began studying plein air painting through workshops with Debra Huse, Kenn Backhaus, Jim Woodark, and other accomplished landscape painters.He later founded his own company, Postcards & Cards Unlimited, featuring his original photography. His entrepreneurial pursuits renewed both his interest and his desire to return to painting. David enjoys volunteering with art organizations, galleries, and special events. He is currently the Gallery Manager at the LPAPA Gallery.

Click here to visit David’s website to learn more about the artist.

Artwork by David Allen currently on exhibit and available through the “LPAPA Featured Artists” on Artsy.net

“The White Orchid” by David Allen
20″ x 16″ Oil $1,500 Framed
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“Patiently Waiting for Arrangement” by David Allen
12″ x 16″ Oil $900 Framed
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“Laguna Coast” by David Allen
6″ x 12″ Oil $650 Framed
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Click to view more of David’s artwork at DavidAllen.com

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Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA)
Gallery: 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone (949) 376-3635, Email info@lpapa.org

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

February 19, 2026 by Bonnie Langner

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).

August 2025 Featured Signature Artist: Rick J. Delanty

August 7, 2025 by Bonnie Langner

August 2025 Featured Artist : Rick J. Delanty of San Clemente, California

A California native, Rick J. Delanty has been painting landscapes and seascape for over four decades. He works in an impressionistic style both plein air and in the studio, using an exuberant calligraphy of color and brushstroke which conveys emotion and movement. His featured subject is the California landscape, and he focuses on compositions built around mood and a deep appreciation for life. Rick maintains a Home Studio & Art Gallery in San Clemente, California.Delanty’s work has been included in invitational plein air events across the West, and has been exhibited in museums and galleries across the nation.

“My body of work is about the revelation of the divine power of God’s creation in nature. It is my hope that those who connect with my work will be uplifted, to reflect on the original works of God that surround us.”–Rick J. Delanty

Click here to visit Rick’s website to learn more about the artist.

Artwork by Rick J. Delanty currently on exhibit and available through the LPAPA Gallery…

Click to view more of Rick’s artwork at DelantyFineArt.com

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Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA)
Gallery: 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone (949) 376-3635, Email info@lpapa.org

August 2025 Featured Artist: Mikyoung Osburn

August 7, 2025 by Bonnie Langner

August 2025 Featured Artist : Mikyoung Osburn of Los Angeles, California

“To me, real happiness lies in the experience of ‘perfect moments’—fleeting instances shaped not by external circumstances, but by our individual philosophies and values. We all capture these moments with our eyes and hold onto them, reassuring ourselves that they were as perfect as we remember.

My body of work reflects such moments from the world I have seen and felt. Looking back, I realize that my emotions have shaped how I perceived the world. My life has oscillated between happiness and sadness, and through this emotional rhythm, I’ve come to understand that the imperfect world I once saw was, in fact, always perfect. It was never the world that changed, but how I chose to see and feel certain moments—rolling between joy, sorrow, and everything in between.

For a long time, I struggled with the idea that my work was lacking in skill and technique. But through meaningful conversations and genuine empathy from others, I came to realize that sincerity holds greater value than technical perfection. This realization rekindled my purpose: to convey emotion through my work.”–Mikyoung Osburn

Click here to visit Mikyoung’s website to learn more about the artist.

Artwork by Mikyoung Osburn currently on exhibit and available through the LPAPA Gallery…

Click to view more of Mikyoung’s artwork at AhnFineArt.com

Click here for LPAPA’s Library of Archived Plein Talks

Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA)
Gallery: 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone (949) 376-3635, Email info@lpapa.org