Dedicated to plein air painting and inspired by
the Sonoran desert, friendship, learning, & sharing
Sonoran Plein Air Painters is dedicated to supporting and growing the art of plein air painting. We bring artists and community supporters together to learn, paint, and share ideas. Through PaintOuts across the Sonoran Desert and Southern Arizona, exhibitions of our artwork, workshops, demonstrations, friendly critiques, and meetings, SPAP creates opportunities for connection, inspiration, and artistic development.
Paintouts
Painting plein air, near and far in the Sonoran desert, provides for learning, friendship and fun. SPAP Members enjoying an exhibition of their efforts at the Tierra Seca show.
Demonstrations
SPAP President Greg Wallace demonstrates on the University of Arizona Campus
Shows
Former President Denyse Fenelon at the SPAP show opening reception at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum’s Ironwood Gallery
