Southern California Plein Air Painters Association

The Southern California Plein Air Painters Association (SCPAPA) is an association dedicated to the practice and promotion of plein air painting in Southern California. The organization brings together artists who paint outdoors directly from nature, celebrating the region's diverse landscapes and coastal scenery. SCPAPA organizes events including juried exhibitions, festivals, and quick draw challenges that showcase member work and engage the public with the plein air tradition.