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LPAPA is grateful for the support of its 500+ new and renewing members! The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA)  is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit art organization, established in 1996 in Laguna Beach, California. LPAPA relies on its Members’ support to sustain and grow. We appreciate every opportunity to enhance your artistic journey!

In addition to the 21st Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational, (October 5-13, 2019), LPAPA will present a number of juried Member art shows at the “LPAPA in Residence Gallery” within the Forest & Ocean Gallery located in the heart of Laguna’s art district. LPAPA’s 2019 juried art show schedule includes “Town & Country” (January 7-21), “Unexpected Places“ at the CAP Gallery (February 4 – May 29), “15th Annual Best of Plein Air” (March 11-25),  “3rd Annual Waterworks” (May 6-20), “13th Annual Less is More” (July 8-22), “Annual Laguna City Hall Cultural Exhibition” (July 1 – September 20), and “Art & Nature” (November 4-11). In addition, LPAPA hosts Plein Air Painting Workshops lead by LPAPA Signature Artist Members. LPAPA showcases Member Painting Workshops & Classes on a dedicated webpage. Special events planned for 2019 include the “5th Annual Miniature Auction FUN-raiser Party” (Thursday, June 13th) and “Tasteful Palette” Paint & Sip Evening Classes are being planned, the Invitational Mentor Artist & Kids Paint Out Gallery Showcase (October 9-13). Mentor Paint Outs lead by LPAPA Signature Artists are scheduled throughout the year, including Live-Streamed Painting Demos via Facebook. LPAPA also presents special workshops and classes in collaboration with LOCA Arts Education January 19, February 2nd, February 9th & March 9th. Event details are available through the highlighted links and are posted to LPAPA’s Events Page and Facebook Page. All Members are automatically subscribed to our exclusive “Members Only” version of LPAPA’s monthly E-News.

LPAPA creates opportunities for its artist members to show their work, and provides business development consultation and resources to help promote the artists’ brand and career advancement. LPAPA’s Signature Mentor Paint Outs, Painting Demonstrations, Plein Talk Programs and events are free or discounted for our Members. LPAPA’s exhibitions and fundraising events support LPAPA’s mission including the Plein Air Project — LPAPA’s art education programs designed to benefit its members, youth and community through education and enrichment, plus supports collaborations with other nonprofit art organizations and museums. LPAPA’s mission seeks to preserve and promote Laguna’s plein air painting legacy, to enhance the livelihood of today’s artists, and to educate and inspire future generations of plein air painters. LPAPA’s “Younger Generation” Plein Air Project is an interactive plein air education and painting experience integrated with 4th Grade students studying California History.

Today LPAPA has a global membership base of more than 500 artist and supporter members, with an artist member in nearly every U.S. State from California to Florida, Alaska to Hawaii, plus members outside the US in countries such as Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, South Korea, Switzerland and Spain.

LPAPA’s mission is dedicated to painting the landscape, preserving Laguna’s artistic legacy, and promoting the plein air painting tradition.

Celebrate the Legacy, Be Part of the Tradition!

Have Questions? Need Assistance?  Call (949) 376-3635 or Email info@lpapa.org
Note: The annual deadline to renew membership is April 30th or
first juried show entry or member event registration, whichever first occurs.