We are pleased to share the 22nd Annual Laguna Beach (Virtual) Plein Air Invitational Award Winners…
Laguna Invitational 2018 Awards
On Saturday, October 13th, LPAPA hosted its 20th Annual “Collectors Gala” at the Festival of Arts, a magical outdoor setting nestled in the heart of Laguna’s arts district proved to be the perfect setting to showcase the plein air fine art show that featured nearly 500 original works of art. The Collectors Gala attracts fine art collectors from around the country who wish to be the first to view and have the opportunity to purchase the paintings created by these nationally recognized contemporary masters at what has become one of the most prestigious Plein Air Painting Invitational events in the country.
Over $40,000 in cash and prizes was awarded to the artists, with the top prize, the highly coveted $10,000 Best in Show was awarded to Rhode Island based LPAPA Signature Artist Cindy Baron for her painting “Transitions” which also received The Irvine Museum Collection at the UCI Institute & Museum of California Art Award. The 2018 Best in Show judges were Stephen Barker, Dean of the Claire Trevor School of Arts & Executive Director of the UCI Institute & Museum for California Art, Jonathan Burke, President of the Laguna College of Art + Design, and Mr. Jean Stern, Director of The Irvine Museum Collection at the UCI Institute & Museum of California Art.
Click here to view all of the 2018 Laguna Plein Air Invitational award winners!
Laguna Plein Air Invitational 2017 Awards
The 19th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational took place the week of October 7th – 15th, 2017, with 35 participating artists invited to compete in what has been referred to as the “power-house” of plein air invitational events. The annual event is presented by nonprofit Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) and supports their mission to promote the plein air painting tradition that established Laguna Beach as an Art Colony over 100 years ago. This annual event is made possible with the generous support of our sponsors, patrons and contributors.
2017 Award Winners
LPAPA’s Best in Show Award “Before Sunrise” (14″ x 24″ oil)
by Aimee Erickson
LPAPA’s Award of Excellence “Breaking Light, Three Arches” (24″ x 30″ oil)
by Jason Sacran
SeaWind Properties Distinctive Merit Award “Made In the Shade” (16″ x 20″ oil)
by Zufar Bikbov
Kinsman & Kinsman Spirit of Laguna Award “Red, Red Ruby’s” (12″ x 16″ oil)
by Rick J. Delanty
Dr. Edward H. Boseker Award “Laguna Nights” (24″ x 30″ oil)
by Jennifer Diehl
The Irvine Museum Collection at UCI Award “Main Beach Atmosphere” (18″ x 24″ oil)
by Jim McVicker
LBR/CAF Architectural Award “Beach Shack Crystal Cove” (12″ x 24″ oil)
by Charlie Hunter
Van Cleave Foundation Artistic Palette Award “Midnight On Main Beach” (11″ x 15″ watercolor)
by Andy Evansen
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Laguna Invitational Quick Draw 2017 Award
The 2017 Laguna Plein Air Painting Invitational events kicked off on Sunday October 8th at 2:00pm in Heisler Park with the annual “Quick Draw” Painting Competition sponsored by LPAPA and Southwest Art Magazine. The artists have two hours, 2pm to 4pm, to create a plein air masterpiece! At 4pm the artists are required to put down their brushes and step away from their easels… the paintings were then be taken to Festival of Arts for framing and hanging for the “Quick Draw Quick Sale”. This is an annual free event presented in association with the Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational.
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2017 Quick Draw Award winning painting “Laguna Stroll”
by LPAPA Founding Member & Signature Artist John Cosby
For details about the Laguna Plein Air Invitational, visit our event website: LagunaPleinAir.org
Laguna Plein Air Invitational 2016 Awards
The 18th Annual “Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational” was presented October 8 – 16, 2016 with 35 of the top plein air artists in the country.
Award Winners
