Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) builds upon and promotes the renowned landscape painting heritage of Laguna Beach. LPAPA serves its members regionally, nationally, and internationally through events, programs and education.

LPAPA enhances the visibility and livelihoods of its artists through the prestigious Plein Air Invitational and other year-round gallery and exhibition opportunities and programs. LPAPA provides professional development and business management education for its members. LPAPA enhances its mission through alliances with complementary arts organizations and provides mentoring and scholarships to emerging artists, as well as its youth education programs dedicated to inspiring the next generation of artists.