THE FOUNDERS
WE ARE FRIENDS WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT BEING
OUTDOORS AND MAKING ART TOGETHER.
THE INAUGURAL OUTING
SUMMER & FALL HOURS!
We meet every week on Wednesdays at 4 pm throughout the Summer and Fall. *We rotate locations for paint-outs each week, keeping in the general vicinity of the West San Fernando Valley, as well as, Glendale, Tujunga, Sun Valley, Burbank, Malibu, Camarillo and all areas in between. If you love making art and are interested in more information, contact us via the emails in our bios (See below) or through the Meetup app. * Rain, excessive heat or a special event may affect the paint-outs. We like virtual paint-outs! There will be a notice of any change via this website, Facebook and Meetup! |
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LESLIE HAMILTON
Growing up in California gave Leslie access to the ocean, mountains and open spaces. Raised by parents who espoused the celebration of life, “carpe diem," she’s been driven to create art as a chronical of her journey. A BFA from California College of the Arts and post graduate studies, plus insatiable curiosity, led Leslie to capture her surroundings in a variety of mediums. From drawing to painting, and fabricating wearable art, she loves being an artist, as well as nurturing the artist in others of all ages, as an instructor. Her email: lrhwristybiz@gmail.com |
MEREDITH JACOBSON
Meredith lives in the San Fernando Valley. An art lover and great admirer of the Impressionists, she took up painting seriously during COVID as a way to relax and unwind. An avid photographer, she uses her photography as inspiration for her paintings. Self-taught, with a few formal lessons and many online videos, Meredith has utilized multiple mediums; primarily pastels, oil and watercolor. She recently joined SoCal Plein Air, continues to be motivated by artists in her art community as well as inspiration of So Cal's beauty. meredith.j.jacobson@gmail.com |
STACEY RUDA BEST
Stacey Best is a professional artist, and resides in Southern California. Living in California her entire life, she is passionate about the beautiful landscapes and seascapes that cover the mountains and coastlines. Stacey prefers to paint in Plein Air, and soak in the natural light and abundant nature. Acrylics, gauche, and watercolors are her preferred mediums. Stacey wrote and illustrated the book: “Hiking, Biking, and the Magical Search for Wildflowers in the Santa Monica Mountains.” You can contact Stacey at: staceyrudabest@yahoo.com |