Fall Collection

Benicia Plein Air Gallery presents a year-round exhibit of work by all of our gallery artists showcasing a colorful variety of media and styles.

Drop by to see what's new! 

Catherine, MaryLou, Maria and Samantha have paintings in the Valley Art Gallery 

1661 Botelho Drive, Walnut Creek

March 2026 to September 2026

Maria SantoStefano, Catherine Fasciato, MaryLou Correia, & Samantha McNally

All of us at Benicia Plein Air Gallery are honoring Jerrold Turner, Benicia artist, who passed away February 14. Jerry was the initial inspiration for our little group of plein air painters that worked in and around Benicia. He coined the name "DaGroup". He was a member of Gallery 621 in Benicia. We all have great memories and stories about his sense of humor and kind-hearted personality. We will miss him. Here are two of his paintings showcasing his diverse style and a great talent. 

Jerrold Turner

Catherine Fasciato

Catherine's painting, Sunset Sparkle, 16"×29", oil on linen panel, has been accepted into the 115th Annual California Art Club Gold Medal Exhibition at The Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University in Orange County, CA from June 13 - September 13, 2026.

Karen Leoni is Benicia Plein Air Gallery’s Featured Artist for the month of August. Karen is an award-winning professional artist, whose works are collected across the country. Currently she works in oil and gouache. While she loves the process of creating something visually interesting, she also enjoys the way it has changed her life. She states: “Painting allows me to closely examine nature and I now notice everyday things that otherwise would have passed me by. Time slows down when you paint or sketch. It’s magical.”

Jessica's painting, "Meadow View" was accepted into Yosemite Renaissance 41 and will be "on the road" for the next year in this traveling exhibition. The show is currently on exhibit at the Yosemite Gateway Art Center and will travel to other galleries in Central California. Learn more at yosemiterenaissance.org.

Samantha McNally will have 3 paintings in the 5x5 Arts Benicia Fundraiser. Artworks are created and donated by artists from the region and beyond and sold to raise funds to support Arts Benicia’s ongoing programs. Admission to the exhibition is free and open to the public. Each piece will be sold for $50.

Thursday, August 27 - Sunday, August 30, 2026
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Blackbird Gallery, 422 First Street, Benicia

Samantha McNally

Jessica de Jesus

Maria and Jessica are showing new paintings in the latest front gallery installation at the Epperson Gallery, currently celebrating its 30th anniversary.

1400 Pomona Street, Crockett, CA 94525. Open 11-5, Friday- Sunday. (510) 787-2925

Maria SantoStefano and Jessica de Jesus

Samantha McNally

2026 Paint Out

The Benicia Plein Air Gallery Paint Out was a smashing success. Over 40 Artists from near and far painted for a week in and around Benicia and concluded the week by displaying their best works for this one day exhibition and sale. This year's event showcased not only incredible talent but also the beauty of our surroundings, fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts within our community. Thank you to all of the artists and congratulations again to all of the winners!  

Samantha has 12 paintings in the Benicia City Council Chambers with Arts Benicia. June 15 to September 21. 

Benicia City Hall: 250 East L Street., Benicia

During the Benicia Arts Festival, the public participated in "Paint Like Jerrold Turner" and then a winner was chosen at random from everyone who entered to win the free drawing. Congratulations to Alexia Valle, winner of the painting!  

Catherine Fasciato's painting First Light at Cypress Cove, Oil, 14"×18" was juried into the American Impressionist Society 27th Annual National Juried Exhibition

Exhibition dates are September 4-October 3, 2026. Mockingbird Gallery, Bend, Oregon.