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.

Please note the starting time begins an hour earlier starting October 7th 3:00 – 6:00pm. Times subject to change as the days get shorter.

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Please contact artistswelcome@portsmoutharts.org with any questions.

Rain will automatically cancel the event.

Pardon Gray Preserve, Tiverton

TUE, SEP 30, 4–6:30PM

Enjoy the views as you paint an active farm and forest preserve in South Tiverton.

Sandy Point Beach

TUE, OCT 7, 3–6:00PM

620 Sandy Pt Ave, Portsmouth. This shallow, natural beach is located on the Sakonnet River at the end of Sandy Point Avenue and has some amazing scenic views to paint.

Sweet Berry Farms, Middletown

TUE, OCT 14, 3–6:00PM

Located at 915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown. Paint the beautiful post and beam barn, an abundance of farm equipment, and fields of fruit, pumpkins and mums.

Ida Lewis Yacht Club, Newport

TUE, OCT 21, 3–6:00PM

Address is 170 Wellington Ave, Newport. This yacht club is situated on Lime Rock, giving it a prominent position to capture the setting sun over the water. From the club, you can see the Newport harbor and the broader Narragansett Bay, which provides the expansive backdrop for the colorful displays at sunset.

Fort Wetherill, Jamestown

TUE, OCT 28, 3–6:00PM

Known for it’s spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill is a painter’s dream location. Afterwards, we will gather at a member’s nearby home for a sharing of work and snacks.