Welcome to Contra Costa Plein Air

                    

Contra Costa Plein Air is a friendly group of artists who get together to paint at scenic locations all around the Bay Area, mostly focused on Contra Costa, Alameda and Solano Counties. We've recently teamed up with the Jade Fon Painters and we're following the calendar of Saturday paint-outs they've planned for the rest of this year. In addition to Saturdays we often set up mid-week paint-outs on a completely random schedule inspired by the weather, special opportunities and members' suggestions. New artists are always welcome, open to all media and all experience levels, no fee to participate, no RSVP's required. Just show up and enjoy!

To learn about upcoming paint-outs:

• Visit this website, Contra Costa Plein Air
• Visit our Facebook group page @contracostapleinair
• Receive paint-out announcements via email by joining our contacts list. Email Nancy Roberts, nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net to be added to the list.

If you have questions feel free to email group coordinator Nancy Roberts at nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net. We look forward to painting with you sometime soon!

And here's something cool! You can order all kinds of fun and functional products sporting the Contra Costa Plein Air logo.  Click here to browse the collection.

Mystery Spot, Antioch, December 5, 2025

Our casual group of local artist friends will be painting at this beautiful park in Antioch on Friday, December 5, 10 am - 2 pm. If you're on our mailing list you'll receive an email with details. If you'd like to be added to the list please contact Nancy Roberts at nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net.

Markham Nature Park, Concord, Nov 29 and Dec 6, 2025

Contra Costa Plein Air and Jade Fon Paint-Out

Saturdays, November 29 and December 6, 10 am - 2 pm

Markham Nature Park and Arboretum

1202 La Vista Ave., Concord CA 94521

Website: Visit – Markham Nature Park and Arboretum

Jade Fon Painters please note, this is a change to our calendar (we're postponing the planning meeting.)

Markham Nature Park is always beautiful this time of year! Let's paint there the next two Saturdays, November 29th and December 6th. And here's something nice -- if it happens to be raining we can paint under the large, sheltering gazebo. Just wear layers in case it's chilly!

Park in the lot at the end of La Vista Avenue, then explore the garden pathways to choose your spot. The Creekside Trail is a group favorite with pretty views of Galindo Creek, wild grapevines, lilacs, redwoods, oaks, maples and more.  I'm attaching a map to help you find us.

Please note, there are NO RESTROOMS in this park, but shopping centers are a short drive away. Admission is free, we'll paint rain or shine, hope to see you there!

Mystery Spot, Richmond, November 22, 2025

We'll be painting at this pretty spot in Richmond on Saturday, November 22, 10 am - 2 pm. If you're on our plein air group mailing list you'll receive specifics about the location. If you'd like to be added to the list email Nancy Roberts at nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net. Cheers!

Mystery Spot, Martinez, November 15, 2025

Our casual group of local artist friends will be painting at this pretty shoreline park in Martinez on Saturday, November 15 from around 10 am to 2 pm. If you're on our plein air group mailing list you'll receive specifics about the location. If you'd like to be added to the list email Nancy Roberts at nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net. Cheers!

Hagemann Ranch, Livermore, November 1 & 8, 2025

Contra Costa Plein Air and Jade Fon Paint-Out

Saturdays, November 1 and 8, 10 am - 2 pm

Hagemann Ranch

455 Olivina Ave., Livermore CA 94551

https://lhg.org/Site_Hagemann/Hagemann_Ranch.html

The first two Saturdays in November, Nov 1 and 8, we'll be painting at the historic Hagemann Ranch in Livermore, always a group favorite. The Livermore Heritage Guild is hosting this artists' day especially for us so there'll be plenty of space and quiet time to explore and paint.

The entrance for Hagemann Ranch has a sign and large address numerals 455 on the fence. (Note that our destination is not Hagemann Park, the adjacent community park.) At that entrance, drive through the gate to park on-site, or if the lot is full you can park on Olivina Avenue. There is usually a volunteer on hand to greet us, but checking in is not required. Just enter through the visitors' gate and wander to your heart's content. The gardens, buildings and displays will be open. There are some shady areas and benches. Bring your own water and snacks.

Admission is free but donations are appreciated. The restroom is open, rain cancels. I hope to see you there!