Skip to main content

SOCALPAPA
Dedicated to promoting the traditions of plein-air painting and fostering artistic growth.

For over 20 years, SOCALPAPA has inspired new and experienced artists to share knowledge and develop their work in a friendly and supportive environment, and encouraged respect for the environment in which we paint and thrive.


prior-bridge


NEW !!! 
2-DAY Plein Air Workshop

April 11-12, 2026
SIGN UP NOW!

Featuring ARTIST/EDUCATOR:
SCOTT W. PRIOR 

Irvine Regional Park, Orange, CA

 

CLICK HERE for More Info & Registration

 

prior-city

Cambria_Beach.JPG

Cambria Paint Away 2026 March 30-April 3, 2026

The Cambria Trip is coming up  >>>  make reservations SOON.  See itinerary for  locations and places of interest. You'll follow your own agenda. If this is your first time, know that  you will connect with many SOCALPAPA members who have been there before and can help you with locations and gatherings. Mostly, you'll enjoy the beauty of California's central coast. And remember, it's "Plein Air."


DAILY ITINERARY and detailed information>>> Click Here

For more information contact:

Al Carlson 

Text or phone 562-884-7416 or

alcarlsonartwork@aol.com


Omnivision: Art Across Boundaries

ON VIEW NOW through April 10, 2026
at the Historic Old Orange County Courthouse, Santa Ana
OPEN Weekdays 8am to 4:30pm (closed on weekends)

Geoff Allen photo

Watercolor Workshop “Seascape Painting Essentials”

with Geoff Allen, March 14-15, 2026 FULL - but Waitlist Available

 

Click here > more info and WAITLIST



NEW! Club App for Members


Stay in touch with what's happening using the Club Express app - available now for iPhone & Android users

Click on the logo below for link and instructions.



Hortense Miller Garden, Laguna Beach, CA


The Hortense Miller Garden in Laguna Beach has invited SOCALPAPA members to paint at this beautiful garden location where - in the 1950's - Hortense and Oscar Miller built their Mid-Century Modern home among 2-1/2 acres on the upper slopes of Boat Canyon in Laguna Beach.

 



REGISTER to paint by emailing DIANE LANNON at 
diane.lannon@gmail.com                                Click here for info              

Your Time & Skills are Needed!


SOCALPAPA is a volunteer organization and we need your help  in programming, administration, events and more.

Accepting nominations now for 2026 board members, committee members, and volunteers. Email Steve Sandborg, President  and head of the Nominations Committee, if you are interested in participating. 
Steve@stevesandborgart.com


Paint Outs



Muth Center




Discover the SOCALPAPA Meetup Group, your gateway to vibrant plein-air painting in Southern California. Join us for weekly paint outs, inspiring Zoom meetings, exhibitions, and community engagement. Let your artistic journey flourish with SOCALPAPA!


Join our Meetup!


Members please login to access member only content. If you do not see your name in the upper right corner of the page you are not logged in.


SOCALPAPA is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation registered in the state of California.

Website Technical Support

If you have a problem logging in, updating your profile, renewing your membership, or making a payment, please call ClubExpress Support. 

Calling from the US or Canada: 1-866-HLP-CLUB (457-2582)

Telephone support is available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM, Mon-Fri, US Central time. Outside these hours, please email support@clubexpress.com.



4790 Irvine Blvd Suite 105-371
Irvine, CA 92620
United States of America