Westport Art Group

05/28/2026

Still a few spots in this workshop. Come paint plein air in beautiful Westport MA!

05/28/2026

Can you guess what this photo is? This is the Westport Art Group's "float" at the Westport 4th of July parade! Yes, years ago, WAG was in the local parade. Look carefully and guess which famous artists the people in the float are dressed as. And don't miss Van Gogh's ear! WAG's 70th Anniversary exhibit opens in one week! The exhibit opens Thursday June 4 and continues Thursday-Sun 1:00 - 5:00 until June 21. And be sure to come to the Champagne 'Toast to WAG' reception on Jun 5, Fri. from 5 - 7

05/23/2026

Be sure to Follow the signs to our largest Exhibition so far this year! See works from artists who were integral to the founding of WAG to those who help WAG run now! Also displays of historical artifacts,photographs and articles, outlining the 70 year History of WAG, all kicked off with a Champagne Reception on Friday, June 5 from 5-7 PM!

05/22/2026

New Writing Workshop
THE GREAT BOTH/AND: LIVING WITH PARADOX

Sunday, May 31, 10am-2pm

Life is rarely, if ever, an either/or equation. Rather, it challenges us to hold competing tensions that vie for our time, energy, and attention, suggesting that we must choose one over the other. Yet, when we are able to "live the contradictions," we learn to hold the tensions in lifegiving ways.

Through prompted writing exercises, discussion and reflective image creation, we will explore some of the paradoxes that both constrain and motivate us. No prior writing or art experience required. Just bring an open heart, curiosity and good listening ears. All materials will be provided. Limit 10 participants.

Held by experienced facilitator and local poet Sarah W. Bartlett. A welcome letter with additional details will be sent the Friday before.

$45. WAG members receive 20% off. Register by Friday, May 29.

05/19/2026

A big event for WAG is coming up - the celebration of our 70th Anniversary. The exhibit is open June 4 - 21. Put this event on your calendar. The Exhibit will include both historical information and current member artists' work. And be sure to join us for our Champagne toast and reception on Friday , June 5 from 5:00 - 7:00!

05/18/2026

Plein Air Westport with Sam & Bill
2 Mediums, One Outdoor Studio

A two day workshop: Tuesdays, June 16 & 23, 9am-4:30pm

With Sam Allerton Green and Bill Lane more info on WAG website.

05/14/2026

Art Camp for kids 7-11, full scholarships available

Full scholarships are available for Art Camp! Regular registration is full but we have a few spaces for art loving kids age 7-11 that need a scholarship to attend. Deadline to apply is May 20th. More info at westportartgroup.com

05/12/2026

Cold Wax and oil painting demo Tuesday , May 12, 6 PM at Westport Art Group

Tuesdays at WAG

1740 Main Road, Westport MA
Free and open to the public
Barbara Healy will demonstrate painting with cold wax mixed with oil paint. Cold wax is an exciting medium that can be added to oil paints. The demo will explore application methods using more than a brush.

Barbara Edlund Healy’s paintings reflect the quiet beauty of the New England coast. Oil and acrylic paintings are inspired by the diverse colors of light, atmosphere and nature. After growing up in South Windsor Connecticut, Barbara attended UMASS Dartmouth. Her degree in textile design has given her a background in color but she often paints plein air to learn from nature. Her studio in Dartmouth, MA is on the South Coast Artists Open Studio Tour.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Westport Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
FREE, $5 donation suggested

05/11/2026

Art Pickup for the “Journeys “ show is today from 4 to 6 PM

05/10/2026

Last day for Westport Art Group’s “Journeys “ show, open 1-4. All local artists.
Artwork by Jackie William.