Welcome to the Portsmouth Arts Guild

A 6-week beginner oil painting class taught by Paul Olson. This class builds on the workshop given by Paul last fall. Continuing to make the rich tradition of oil paining approachable, Paul will teach the core fundamentals of the medium, working from still life set-ups in the studio. Paul will give demos and then students will paint from direct observation, learning how to build form, value and color directly on the canvas.

Join us for this 10-week watercolor class taught by Bill Lane. We’ll explore different watercolor techniques, through exercises and/or demos, fine-tuning your value studies and planning your composition before you start painting. This will help ensure you start with a successful design … and ultimately a successful painting! (Solid planning, a value sketch and drawing skills will make your watercolor painting a bit easier.)

Take your artistry to the next level with Jossy Lownes’ transformative painting class! Dive into an exciting exploration of composition and color that will spark your creativity and boost your confidence. Guided by Jossy’s expertise, you’ll work from inspiring photos to master the art of simplifying space, infusing emotion, and experimenting boldly with color. Whether you’re refining your skills or pushing artistic boundaries, this is your chance to create striking paintings that leave a lasting impression. Let’s make your artistic journey extraordinary!