Artist Meetups San Francisco

From Bay Area Plein Air Painters

The Bay Area Plein Air Painters Meetup group has been specially invited to be part of this extraordinary 24-hour [Moby-Dick Marathon](https://maritime.org/md2026/) at the [SF Maritime Museum ](https://maritime.org/)! Come capture the beautiful afternoon light, Aquatic Park Cove, the historic museum, and the unique energy of the marathon as Moby-Dick is read aloud inside. It’s a rare opportunity to paint, explore, and be part of a truly memorable San Francisco tradition! **Meetup 1 — Saturday\, September 12 \| 1:00–4:00 PM** **Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco** Our designated painting area is the 3rd-floor veranda overlooking Aquatic Park Cove. You may also paint from outside the building. 🎨 All mediums are welcome. Watercolor, sketching, and pastels are especially encouraged inside the museum because of its historic terrazzo floors. Artists working in other mediums are encouraged to set up outside or in less sensitive areas of the building to help protect the historic terrazzo floors. Please bring a tarp or floor covering whenever possible. Pack in, pack out, leave your area clean, and dispose of paint water outside the museum. Come enjoy the afternoon light, soak up the atmosphere, and be part of this wonderfully unusual painting experience! Bring your easel and paint the magic! 🐋🌊🎨 **Moby Dick Guidelines** * Attendees can come and go as they please. * If you do intend on staying for a while, wear comfortable clothes. Our chairs are not known for being “all nighters”. There will be limited spaces for sleeping bags. * Costumes are encouraged! * Drugs/alcohol/weapons/vaping are not allowed. Usage will result in being asked to leave. * We will have free coffee available. Light snacks are allowed. * The museum is an artifact within itself. **We ask that you be respectful of the building and leave no trace.** * We will have some extra copies of Moby Dick on hand but feel free to bring your own. * The event may be recorded or live streamed. Your picture may be taken for promotional purposes. * No animals other than service dogs are allowed. If you have a pet whale, kindly park them in the cove. * People disrupting the reading will be asked to leave. * A scheduled reader might not make it on time or has to drop out, if that happens, we accept volunteers from the audience. **Disclaimer** By participating in any Bay Area Plein Air Painters meetup, you acknowledge and agree to the following: • Participation is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety, belongings, and well-being at all times. • Bay Area Painters, its organizers, and hosts are not liable for any injury, accident, loss, or damage that may occur before, during, or after any meetup or related activity. • Outdoor painting locations may involve uneven terrain, weather changes, traffic, wildlife, or other natural and environmental conditions. Please use your own judgment and take appropriate precautions. • Participants are expected to respect public spaces, private property, and fellow artists, and to follow all local laws and regulations. • By attending, you consent to possibly being included in group photos or social media posts unless you clearly opt out. • The group is intended as a supportive, respectful, and non-commercial community space for artists to connect and paint together. By joining this meetup, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to this disclaimer.

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🐋 Special Invitation Meetup #2: Paint the Moby-Dick Marathon!

Sun, Sep 13, 1:00 AM

From SF Plein Air Painters

The Bay Area Plein Air Painters Meetup group has been specially invited to be part of this extraordinary 24-hour **[Moby-Dick Marathon](https://maritime.org/md2026/) at the [Maritime Museum](https://maritime.org/)!** Come capture the beautiful afternoon light, Aquatic Park Cove, the historic museum, and the unique energy of the marathon as Moby-Dick is read aloud by inside. It’s a rare opportunity to paint, explore, and be part of a truly memorable San Francisco tradition! **Meetup 2** **September 12** **6:00–9:00 PM** Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco Our designated painting area is the 3rd-floor veranda overlooking Aquatic Park Cove. You may also paint from outside the building. Watercolor and pastel painters are welcome to paint inside the museum. Artists working in other mediums, including oil and acrylic, are preferred to set up outside or in less sensitive areas of the building to help protect the historic terrazzo floors. Please bring a tarp or floor covering whenever possible. Pack in, pack out, leave your area clean, and dispose of paint water outside the museum. Come for the evening light, stay for the atmosphere, and be part of this wonderfully unusual painting experience! Bring your easel and paint the magic! 🐋🌅🎨 **Disclaimer** By participating in any Bay Area Plein Air Painters meetup, you acknowledge and agree to the following: • Participation is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety, belongings, and well-being at all times. • Bay Area Painters, its organizers, and hosts are not liable for any injury, accident, loss, or damage that may occur before, during, or after any meetup or related activity. • Outdoor painting locations may involve uneven terrain, weather changes, traffic, wildlife, or other natural and environmental conditions. Please use your own judgment and take appropriate precautions. • Participants are expected to respect public spaces, private property, and fellow artists, and to follow all local laws and regulations. • By attending, you consent to possibly being included in group photos or social media posts unless you clearly opt out. • The group is intended as a supportive, respectful, and non-commercial community space for artists to connect and paint together. By joining this meetup, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to this disclaimer.

8 attendees

SF Plein Air Painting - Baker Beach Party!

Mon, Sep 7, 6:00 PM

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Hi everyone! Join us this Labor Day for a glorious beach session! It's also my birthday so I will be bringing snacks and treats!! Expect it to be crowded (and rowdy) so try to carpool or use public transit. We will meet near the north beach entrance first, near the bigger parking lot. Then we can see where to set up depending on the weather and views! I will bring extra watercolor supplies in case you don't have your own! Bring a blanket/ sunscreen. Check the chat below for updates and to ask questions.

5 attendees

Nude Long Pose @ Et Al Gallery

Sat, Sep 5, 6:00 PM

From Sketchboard Co. | Arts Nonprofit

From Peninsula Outdoor Painters (POPs)

🗓️ Nude Long Pose on Saturdays 🕡 1100AM to 2000PM 📍2831 Mission Street, San Francisco **(Et All Gallery)** **[🎟️ TICKETED & WALK-INS $25](https://book.squareup.com/classes/uj53t4hfgkzllp/location/DYSM7QRDVFWX7/classes)** 🪑 LIMITED SEATING: 20 max capacity ✏️ Bring your own art supplies, though some are available. 🎨 **All ages and skill levels welcomed.**

1 attendee

Blue Heron Lake, San Francisco

Tue, Sep 29, 4:30 PM

From Bay Area AI Artists Group

Blue Heron Lake remains one of the most peaceful spots inside Golden Gate Park. The lake was renamed from Stow Lake to Blue Heron Lake in 2024 to honor the great blue herons that nest around Strawberry Hill. Surrounded by trees, bridges, and scenic views, you will often see paddle boats on its calm waters and lovely walking paths provide excellent painting options. **Parking** Parking is on the adjacent street and is free **Restrooms** At the nearby boathouse **Lunch @ 12:30** Meet in the vicinity of this bridge for lunch

2 attendees

SF AI Artists September Show, Critique, & Promote

Wed, Sep 23, 1:00 AM

We're bringing this popular event from South Bay to SF! This will be an event to show your AI art work to other attendees. The rule is simple: \- Present one piece of art work you've recently made \- Share your social media account so folks in the room can help you promote it \- Audience will each offer a compliment and a critique\, to help you learn your strengths and weaknesses Additional time will be used for free discussions on techniques, marketing ideas, art direction, and any topic the group consents to. The event space, snacks and drinks are sponsored by our friends at [Thruline Studio](https://www.thruline.studio/?utm_source=luma), a newly launched AI video studio built specifically for screenwriters and those who are serious about making videos! Our sponsor will also be giving out free credits to attendees at the event. We're looking forward to the vibes you'll bring to the group! Please help us consolidate sign-ups by registering through luma: https://luma.com/iujso5v7

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Rockaway Beach, Pacifica

Tue, Sep 15, 4:30 PM

From Peninsula Outdoor Painters (POPs)

From Bay Area Plein Air Painters

Rockaway is a C-shaped beach with dramatic headlands, It has a unique riparian corridor created by Calera Creek as it flows towards the ocean. Here you can often see beautiful wildflowers and many birds and butterflies. And, few blocks away at the north end of the promenade you can find additional dramatic views for painting. After lunch, you might want to check out some of the cute shops near the north end. **Parking** Plentiful and free. The north and south parking lots are a few blocks from each other. A 10 minute walk along the promenade connects them, or you can drive the short distance. **Restrooms** Located in the South parking Lot **Lunch @ 12:30** Please meet in the South Parking lot for lunch and to share our work.

6 attendees

San Pedro Valley

Wed, Sep 9, 4:30 PM

From Peninsula Outdoor Painters (POPs)

🎨 **Plein Air Meetup at Pedro Valley Park — Pacifica** Join us for a morning of plein air painting at beautiful Pedro Valley Park in Pacifica, surrounded by rolling hills, open meadows, coastal greenery, and the dramatic landscape of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The park offers plenty of inspiration for landscape artists, with winding trails, golden grasses, eucalyptus and native vegetation, and changing patterns of light across the hills. It’s a wonderful place to slow down, observe nature, and capture the atmosphere of the California coast. Vehicle entry fee is $6, but seniors age 62+ get free entry Monday–Friday 🖌️ Bring your favorite painting or drawing supplies, a small easel or sketchbook, water, and anything you need to stay comfortable outdoors. All skill levels are welcome. Come for the painting, the scenery, or simply a peaceful morning outdoors with fellow artists. 🎨

2 attendees

San Francisco Botanical Garden

Tue, Oct 13, 4:30 PM

From MCROS Thursday Weekly Art Group

[Map showing entrance points to the Botanical Gardens](https://gggp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/20260131-East-End-GGPark-Map-v5-FINAL.pdf) These beautiful gardens comprise 55 acres within Golden Gate Park and contain about 8,000 different types of plants from around the world. As you enter the gardens from Martin Luther King Drive, walk straight ahead to the lovely waterfowl lake surrounded by beautiful trees, rolling meadows and benches. You typically see ducks, geese and other waterfowl. This is our primary painting area, although you are free to venture elsewhere. There are two entrance gates to the Botanical Gardens - one on 9th Avenue and another on Martin Luther King Boulevard. **Please park on Martin Luther King Boulevard then walk a short distance to the MLK entrance gate.** There is no parking on 9th Avenue so avoid that entrance if you are driving. The 2nd Tuesday of every month is free, **and October 13th is the free day**. **When we return on October 20, the standard entry fee of $7 for seniors and $15 for people under 65 will be in effect.** **Parking** Free parking on Martin Luther King Drive adjacent to the MLK entrance to the park. You may have to walk a short distance from your car to the gardens because the free day is always popular. **Restrooms** When you walk through the entrance gate on Martin Luther King Drive, you will see the restroom building on the path to your right. **Lunch @ 12:30** Meet at the waterfowl lake for lunch and show-and-tell.

3 attendees

Marin Community Recovery Oriented Spaces

Fri, Sep 11, 12:00 AM

**Art, wellness, and zero pressure.** Come for the icebreakers, stay for the creative vibes, and leave your worries at the park bench. Recovery is better together! 🎨✨

2 attendees

Joint Meetup with BAPAPM! Paint SF Maritime Museum!

Sat, Sep 12, 8:00 PM

From South Bay Art

From San Francisco Artsy Stuff

Hi folks, Martha has invited our group to join her group for this Plein Air Paint Out! I've dropped her details below. **Details**: The Bay Area Plein Air Painters Meetup group has been specially invited to be part of this extraordinary 24-hour [Moby-Dick Marathon](https://maritime.org/md2026/) at the [SF Maritime Museum ](https://maritime.org/)! Come capture the beautiful afternoon light, Aquatic Park Cove, the historic museum, and the unique energy of the marathon as Moby-Dick is read aloud inside. It’s a rare opportunity to paint, explore, and be part of a truly memorable San Francisco tradition! **Meetup 1 — Saturday\, September 12 \| 1:00–4:00 PM** **Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco** **Meetup 2–Saturday Sep 12, 6-9pm** **Meetup 3- Sunday Sep 13, 9-12** Our designated painting area is the 3rd-floor veranda overlooking Aquatic Park Cove. You may also paint from outside the building. 🎨 All mediums are welcome. Watercolor, sketching, and pastels are especially encouraged inside the museum because of its historic terrazzo floors. Artists working in other mediums are encouraged to set up outside or in less sensitive areas of the building to help protect the historic terrazzo floors. Please bring a tarp or floor covering whenever possible. Pack in, pack out, leave your area clean, and dispose of paint water outside the museum. Come enjoy the afternoon light, soak up the atmosphere, and be part of this wonderfully unusual painting experience! Bring your easel and paint the magic! 🐋🌊🎨 **Moby Dick Guidelines** * Attendees can come and go as they please. * If you do intend on staying for a while, wear comfortable clothes. Our chairs are not known for being “all nighters”. There will be limited spaces for sleeping bags. * Costumes are encouraged! * Drugs/alcohol/weapons/vaping are not allowed. Usage will result in being asked to leave. * We will have free coffee available. Light snacks are allowed. * The museum is an artifact within itself. **We ask that you be respectful of the building and leave no trace.** * We will have some extra copies of Moby Dick on hand but feel free to bring your own. * The event may be recorded or live streamed. Your picture may be taken for promotional purposes. * No animals other than service dogs are allowed. If you have a pet whale, kindly park them in the cove. * People disrupting the reading will be asked to leave. * A scheduled reader might not make it on time or has to drop out, if that happens, we accept volunteers from the audience. **Disclaimer** By participating in any Bay Area Plein Air Painters meetup, you acknowledge and agree to the following: • Participation is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety, belongings, and well-being at all times. • Bay Area Painters, its organizers, and hosts are not liable for any injury, accident, loss, or damage that may occur before, during, or after any meetup or related activity. • Outdoor painting locations may involve uneven terrain, weather changes, traffic, wildlife, or other natural and environmental conditions. Please use your own judgment and take appropriate precautions. • Participants are expected to respect public spaces, private property, and fellow artists, and to follow all local laws and regulations. • By attending, you consent to possibly being included in group photos or social media posts unless you clearly opt out. • The group is intended as a supportive, respectful, and non-commercial community space for artists to connect and paint together. By joining this meetup, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to this disclaimer.

7 attendees

Drink & Draw 21+ In San Francisco Every 3rd Thursday! FREE to join!

Fri, Sep 18, 1:00 AM

Grab your art supplies and come join us for a community Drink & Draw at 540 Bar in San Francisco to join.21+ FREE TO JOIN (but please 2 drink boozy/not min to support our local only small businesses) All levels of skills are welcome! Every 3rd Thursdays 6-8pm 21+ RSVP to let me know you’re coming! These activities are free because we pay for them, please support by: Grabbing a beverage or few (boozy or not) to support the bar, who lets us use the space on the monthly! They’re a small business owned by a trio of Richmond neighbors 💕 This is a labor of love by me (Risa) Supplies and cost of running this event are out of pocket. If you liked the event and would like to donate please venmo @Risa-Culbertson much appreciated! I’ll keep this running for as long as i can! Follow us on IG @Risa_Iwasaki_Culbertson @540bar We’re small businesses/ local artists. Come hang!

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