Friday, October 2, 2026

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 usually paint on weekdays (often Thursdays) on a completely random schedule inspired by the weather 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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Pioneer Cemetery, Antioch, October 15, 2026




Our casual group of local artists will meet to paint views of this historic pioneer cemetery located within a regional park in the hills south of Antioch on Thursday, October 15, 10 am - 2 pm. Artists on our plein air mailing list will receive an email with the details. If you'd like to be added to the list feel free to contact coordinator Nancy Roberts at nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net.

Admission to the park is usually free on weekdays, restrooms are open, rain cancels. Always a beautiful, inspiring destination -- hope to see you there!