October 4 – 12, 2025
Collectors Gala pARTy, Saturday October 11th

Each year the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA)
turns Laguna Beach into an outdoor painting studio,
inviting the top award-winning plein air painters from around the nation to gather and
paint the town as they compete for top cash awards and
carry on a century-old plein air painting tradition!

Sunday October 5th, Quick Draw competition 9-11 at Heisler Park
Silent Auction of paintings 1pm-2pm at Festival of Arts Grounds

Monday Oct 6th Plein Talk with Artists at the Laguna Art Museum
Join us for a truly special evening at the Laguna Art Museum for a captivating Plein Talk discussion, featuring a panel of artists competing in this year’s Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational: Scott Hamill, Debra Huse, Haidee-Jo Summers, and Mason Williams. Moderated by LPAPA’s Vice President, Celeste Gilles

This exclusive event offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from these celebrated plein air painters. Discover their artistic journeys, delve into their creative processes, and uncover the inspiration behind their stunning work. The discussion will explore:

• The challenges and rewards of painting outdoors.

• Their personal connection to the landscapes they capture.

• The profound role of Laguna Beach’s natural beauty in shaping their art.

A welcome reception in the museum’s lobby will precede the talk at 5:30 PM, where you can mingle with the artists and fellow art enthusiasts while enjoying light refreshments. A lively open Q&A session will follow the panel discussion.

Just Plein Happy Hour: Laguna Plein Air
After Dark Nocturne Paint Out

Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 | Starting 5:00 PM | Main Beach & Downtown Laguna Beach

As the sun prepares to dip below the horizon, prepare for an enchanting evening as the Laguna Invitational Artists gather for the annual “Just Plein Happy Hour – Laguna Plein Air After Dark” Nocturne Paint Out!

Starting around 5:00 PM, you’ll find our amazing Invitational artists setting up their easels around Main Beach, the Promenade on Forest Avenue , and throughout downtown Laguna Beach. Watch as they transform the evening light into captivating “en plein air” nocturne masterpieces, capturing the unique glow of Laguna after dark.

This is a truly special opportunity for the public to:

• Meet the Artists in a relaxed, vibrant setting.

• Witness the magic of nocturne painting unfold live.

• Enjoy a Happy Hour atmosphere in beautiful Laguna Beach.

This event is free and open to the public, and no advance registration is required.

Plein Talk with Art Experts: Exploring Plein Air’s
Past, Present & Future

Wednesday, October 8th | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Laguna Art Museum

Join us for an incredibly insightful and inspiring evening at the Laguna Art Museum for our Plein Talk with Art Experts!

This distinguished panel moderated by LPAPA’s Vice President Celeste Gilles includes Eric Jessen, Mark Hilbert, and Kelly Tucker, renowned art experts, prominent collectors, and respected historians, will answer questions and share their insights. This is a unique opportunity to gain profound perspectives on plein air art as they delve into its rich history, current trends, and exciting future.

The evening begins with a welcome reception at 5:30 PM in the museum’s lobby, where you can mingle with fellow art enthusiasts and enjoy wine and a charcuterie created by Chef Lindsay of Nirvana. Following the captivating panel discussion, there will be an open Q&A session, allowing you to engage directly with the experts.

Whether you’re a passionate artist, a discerning collector, a dedicated art lover, or simply curious about the plein air movement, this evening promises to be an enriching celebration of creativity and heritage.

Advance tickets are highly recommended!

Laguna Invitational Collectors pARTy: An Exclusive Plein Air Evening Under the Stars
Saturday, October 11th | 6:00 PM | Festival of Arts, Laguna Beach

Immerse yourself in a truly distinguished evening as the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association presents the Laguna Invitational Collectors pARTy, a special plein air celebration held under the shimmering stars en plein air at the Laguna Festival of Arts!

This exclusive event is your unparalleled chance to connect with Laguna’s vibrant plein air heritage and be among the very first to preview and acquire breathtaking works from 30 of the most celebrated plein air artists.  Imagine securing a masterpiece before the general public even sees it!

Rub shoulders with an esteemed assembly of museum directors, influential art historians, gallery owners, and fellow discerning collectors. The evening promises an art-filled ambiance, complemented by:

• Gourmet passed hors d’oeuvres

• A sponsor-hosted open bar

• Convenient complimentary valet parking

• Early Entry to Sunday’s Festival to view new artwork!

As a special memento, receive a curated art bag featuring the commemorative 2025 Invitational Art Catalog and a hardbound book published by The Irvine Museum, ensuring this artistic experience lives on. TICKETS

Sunday, October 12th | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Festival of Arts Grounds

Join us for a vibrant day celebrating plein air art at the 27th Annual Laguna Beach Plein Air Painting Invitational Art Show! The Festival of Arts gates open at 10:00 AM with free entry for all art lovers and enthusiasts, closing at 4:00 PM.

Prepare for a full day of artistic enjoyment, featuring:

“Sunday Small Works” Exhibition: A new addition this year! The Invitational Artists will create for display on Sunday new 6″ x 8″ paintings, which will be judged for special “Sunday Small Works” Awards to be announced at 11:00 AM. Gates open at 10AM to purchase!

• Meet the Artists: Your chance to engage with the 30 top award-winning plein air painters invited to participate in this year’s Invitational.

• Live Painting Demonstrations: Watch masterpieces unfold before your eyes.

• The Main Show: Experience the stunning collection of plein air fine art created during the Invitational week and from the Artists’ studios.

• Lunchtime Food Truck: Savor a yummy lunch while enjoying the art.

• & More!

The Huse Skelly Gallery is celebrating our 20th Annual Just Plein Fun!

10 Award Winning Artists invited from around the country to paint scenes on and around beautiful Balboa Island in Newport Beach, CA.

Starting on Monday July 28th through Friday August 1st

Join the ‘Brush Off’ on Marine Ave
including Live Music from 4-6pm on Friday.

Awards and Gala immediately following at the Huse Skelly Gallery starting at 6:00pm on Friday August 1st.

310-418-7989

Every year, the Plein Air Convention brings the foremost artists in their fields to share their best practices and techniques with you for five days of high-impact art instruction.
It’s your chance to be part of a family of artists and to learn from the very top painters in the world.

Five Stages & Over 75 Instructors

Each action-packed day includes indoor demonstrations on five stages by the world’s leading artists, including specialty sessions for oil, watercolor, pastel, and acrylic.

Each afternoon is an opportunity to apply what you’ve learned,
painting outdoors in iconic locations.

Through the event, you’ll have an opportunity to sample the techniques of a faculty of
over 80 painters.

ALL of the Plein Air Convention expert artists and speakers are highly vetted and hand-selected by PleinAir® Magazine. Some of these artists are impossible to get and have flown in from across the world.

In 2025, Pacific Northwest Plein Air in the Columbia River Gorge embraces the green hills and wildflowers of April. Show will be Saturday evening , April 26 with a Public Reception. Maryhill Museum of Art 35 Maryhill Museum Drive Goldendale, WA

Laguna Plein Air Painter’s 21st Annual “Best of Plein Air” Juried Art Show
A celebration of paintings by LPAPA Members created outdoors “en plein aire”!

“Coastal Casual” 12x16 by Debra Huse

A Historic property painted in Maryland along the Chesapeake Bay. .

19th Annual Plein Air Invitational: March 3 - April 27, 2025

Planning for the 19th Annual Plein Air Invitational is well underway and will bring another outstanding exhibition of plein air paintings focusing on the unique beauty and environmental significance of the Anza-Borrego Desert and the Borrego Valley. The exhibition will present a rich diversity of plein air paintings by a select group of 16 artists working in oils, watercolor, and pastels, all producing work for the show during the week of March 3-8, 2025. New work will go up daily in the gallery during the week and the gallery will stay open until 7:00 pm Monday through Friday that week. The awards and reception will be held on Saturday, March 8, 3:00-5:00 pm.
The Gallery will host the show through April 27, 2025. 

Invited Artists for 2025

Geoffrey Allen, Encinitas, CA; Steve Curry, Ojai, CA; Larry Hemmerich, Thousand Palms, CA; Debra Huse, Costa Mesa, CA; Ellen Howard, San Mateo, CA; Natasha Isenhour, Socorro, NM; Margaret Larlham, San Diego, CA; Jason Li, Yorba Linda, CA; Patty McGeeney, Del Mar, CA; Jim McVicker, Loleta, CA; Lynn Mehta, Stephenson, VA; Natalie Richards, San Bernardino, CA; Stock Schlueter, Eureka, CA; Jeff Sewell, Costa Mesa, CA; Richie Vios, Austin TX; Jim Wodark, Orange, CA.

At this year’s Plein Air Invitational, the event is comprised of 24 invited artists from Hawaii and other states. The invited artists will showcase their plein air painting techniques during the week, followed by a sale at Village Gallery.

Three separate public painting demonstrations offer opportunities for residents and visitors to experience these gifted artists create paintings first hand.

The week ends with selection of Awards by our Juror Jean Stern and our Event Sponsors and our Grand Sale at Village Gallery Lahaina

A percentage of our net proceeds help to support Lahaina Restoration Foundation and their efforts to preserve and rebuild the historic sites of Lahaina..

Oil Painters of America’s 2024 Western Regional Exhibition

OPA’s 2024 Western Regional Exhibition is 100 of the finest representational oil paintings that show the highest quality in draftsmanship, color, and composition, emphasizing a diversity in representational style and subject matter.

The OPA Western Regional Exhibition is being hosted by Phippen Museum, located in Prescott, Arizona, October 12, 2024 through January 5, 2025.

The Opening Reception will be held on Friday, October 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with the awards presentation at 7:00 p.m.

Phippen Museum
4701 Hwy 89 North
Prescott, AZ 86301
Phone: (928) 778-1385

Laguna Plein Air Painting Legacy & Tradition

Each year LPAPA turns Laguna Beach into an outdoor painting studio,
inviting the top award-winning plein air painters from around the nation to gather and
paint the town as they compete for top cash awards and
carry on a century-old plein air painting tradition!

September 9th - 14th
for the 2024 Sonoma Plein Air Festival!

Now in its 22nd year, the Sonoma Plein Air Festival brings nationally-renowned artists together for a week of painting in Sonoma Wine Country and across the region to Marin, San Francisco and the stunning coast.

Festival week includes Quick Draw at Sonoma's Tuesday night farmers market, a beautiful Friday night Gala, and a Saturday Art Show and Sale of the Artists’ works-of-the-week on historic Sonoma Plaza.

Hoosier Art Salon 100th Annual Exhibition
August 24, 2024 to October 20, 2024
Indiana State Museum

ARTISTS AND ART ENTHUSISTS, JOIN US IN THE CELEBRATION OF OUR 100TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION ANNIVERSARY!

100th Exhibit Preview Event – Thursday, August 22nd  6:00 – 10:00PM ET at the Indiana State Museum. Doors open at 5:30PM ET

100 years of tradition! Imagine what it would have been like to attend the first Hoosier Art Salon Annual Exhibition in Chicago in 1925.

Hundreds of people attended the reception before the exhibition opened.  All four living Hoosier Group members – T.C. Steel,  J. Ottis Adams, Otto Stark and William Forsythe – had works displayed, along with art from Charles Dahlgreen, Frank Dudley, Frederick Polley, J. Will Vawter and Clifton Wheeler.

Fast forward through many historic years, challenging events and progress, the Hoosier Art Salon is alive and well. Hoosier Group artists would be thrilled and awed by the excellence, diversity and groundbreaking art being produced in Indiana today.

100 years of history is a big responsibility!  With your help, participation and support we plan to keep the tradition alive for the next 100 years to come!

This year, 264 artists submitted 675 entries. The judges Jill Stefani Wagner and Qiang Huang accepted 143 works for the 100th Annual Hoosier Art Salon Exhibit.

August 20 to October 26, 2024
Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University, Orange, California

Since its 1909 inauguration, the California Art Club has been dedicated to promoting and supporting contemporary-traditional fine art through championing painting and sculpture featuring representational practices. The Annual Gold Medal Exhibition is the most vital platform for demonstrating the best of the realist genre. While participating artists employ time-honored fine art techniques, their featured works in this un-themed exhibition seek to innovate with modern messages that address societal issues from diversity to the environment.

For the 113th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition, we will return this summer to the newly expanded Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University in Orange, California, with the exhibition unveiling in August.

In the meantime, the rich tradition of this highly anticipated exhibition can be explored through the exquisite works of paintings and sculptures juried into previous Gold Medal Exhibitions.

The Huse Skelly Gallery is celebrating the 19th Annual Just Plein Fun!
10 Award Winning Artists invited from around the country to paint scenes on and around beautiful Balboa Island in Newport Beach, CA.

This Years Award-winning Artists are:

Michele Byrne, Suzie Baker, Debra Huse, Lisa Skelly, Cleo Vilett

Daniel Marshall, Mark Shasha, Keith Wicks, Jim Wodark

Our Judges are Mark Fehlman and Vanessa Rothe

Starting on Monday July 29 thru Friday August 2nd

Join the ‘Brush Off’ on Marine Ave
including Live Music from 4-6pm on Friday.

Awards and Gala immediately following at the Huse Skelly Gallery
starting at 6:30pm on Friday August 2nd.

Every year, the Plein Air Convention brings the foremost artists in their fields to share their best practices and techniques with you for five days of high-impact art instruction. It’s your chance to be part of a family of artists and to learn from the very top painters in the world. The Great Smokey Mountains May 20-24th, 2024

Reinert Fine Art

19th Annual Best Of Plein Air Exhibit

Laguna Plein Air Painters Association
Gallery: 414 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Opening Reception, Thursday, March 2nd  6 pm - 9 pm (AWARDS 7 pm)* *AWARDS PRESENTATION WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED ON Facebook