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.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN... for one of
Southern California's PREMIERE Painting and Display Shows

THREE WAYS TO PARTICIPATE

1. The Weekend Display Show & Sale
Saturday, July 18 & Sunday, July 19
SHOW AND SELL your work to hundreds of local residents and the many visitors!

2. Best of OC Parks & Back Bay Juried Exhibit
Friday, July 11-Friday July 17
IF YOU ARE REGISTERED for the Weekend Display (#1.), you are eligible to submit works to the JURIED Exhibition.

3. Artists Quick Draw Challenge:
Saturday, July 11
All artists are invited to paint "en plein air" on Saturday and submit their works for awards and recognition!

CLICK HERE
for More Information and to REGISTER

Paint the Gardens - “OPEN GARDEN DAY"
May 9, 2026

Join us and share the joy of plein air painting at the annual Open Garden Day community tour in Santa Ana. Each participating SOCALPAPA artist is assigned a beautiful home and garden which are part of this festive day-long celebration, attracting nearly 1000 visitors during the day.

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NEW! Club App for Members

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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.

Your Time & Skills are Needed!

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

If you are interested in helping at one of our events or being a member of a committee, please contact Steve Sandborg.
steve@stevesandborgart.com

Paint Outs

Featured Artists

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!

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

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