Friday, November 7, 2025

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:
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!



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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

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!



















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!