Laguna Plein Air Painters Association hit a big milestone this year - celebrating the 20th year of the invitational event and 100 years of plein air painting in Laguna Beach.
The Collectors Gala was amazing - done in a magical outdoor setting at Festival of Arts, in the heart of Laguna’s arts district. I was happy that I was able to attend the Gala and see all the paintings on display and talk to my fellow artist friends. The works that artists have produced over 5 days of painting were truly incredible and many received awards.
Best in Show was awarded to the artist Cindy Baron for her painting “Transitions”.
Cindy Baron, “Transitions”, oil, 12x12
Aimee Erickson did some breathtaking work and my only regret was that I was too late to purchase the painting I really liked.
This one was my favorite!
Many other artists did an incredible job. Here are only some of the pictures I took. To view all of the 2018 Laguna Plein Air Invitational award winners, CLICK HERE!
Paintings by Peggy Kroll-Roberts
Painting by Jason Sacran
Painting by Michael Obermeyer
Painting by Ray Roberts
Painting by Michael Situ
Paintng by Jesse Powell
Painting by Calvin Liang
A tribute was paid to Laguna Plein Air Signature Artist & Founding Member Ken Auster