Plein Air 2025

Join the Portsmouth Arts Guild Plein Air artists as we paint in various locations around Aquidneck Island and beyond. Bring an easel to create a masterpiece or simply a chair and sketchbook to enjoy a sketch. We paint for two hours then meet up for a friendly, optional sharing of work. There is no critique. All abilities are welcome as we are a supportive and encouraging group and these drop-in sessions are free and open to all.

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Please contact artistswelcome@portsmoutharts.org with any questions.

Rain will automatically cancel the event.

Linden Place, Bristol

TUE, JUN 24, 5–7:30PM

Meet on the grounds of this 1820 Federal style mansion to paint the exterior architecture, beautiful gardens and historic sculptures.

Common Fence Point, Portsmouth

TUE, JUL 01, 5–7:30PM

Park at the CFP playground and paint the beach, marsh or neighborhood.

Sachuest Point, Middletown

TUE, JUL 8 , 5–7:30PM

Paint the lush meadow, the rocky coastline or the iconic view of St George’s.

The Commons, Little Compton

TUE, JUL 15, 5–7:30PM

Paint this quintessential New England town with its white-steepled United Congregational Church dating back to the 1830s, Wilbur’s General Store, and the Art Café a block away.

International Yacht Restoration School of Technology and Trades, Newport

TUE, JUL 22, 5–7:30PM

We have been invited to paint and enjoy their 945 linear feet of dock space and 600 feet of waterfront. IYRS has Newport’s only non-profit working waterfront. More details to follow!