The Guild of Boston Artists
Boston's premier source for contemporary realism

Education

The ongoing educational programs we host are part of the backbone of our mission. In conjunction with with our gallery exhibitions, which are free and open to the public, we offer numerous opportunities for the community to learn about the craft of painting and sculpture directly from our artist members and staff. Please view our Events and Exhibitions Calendar for upcoming educational programs.

 
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Demonstrations & Artists Talks

Demonstrations and talks by Guild artists allow patrons and artists alike to learn about the process and ideas behind artwork at the Guild. Artists demos provide an exceptional opportunity to see through the eyes of Guild members as they show off their incredible techniques

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Children’s Classes

The Guild provides a number of free children’s art classes in concert with our exhibitions. These classes provide a fun and educational opportunity to learn about the joy of making art, while being inspired by world class examples of fine art in our gallery. Our goal is to introduce children in our local community to art in a warm and welcoming environment.

Upcoming Children’s Art Discovery Classes

Inspired Objects
Saturday, October 26th 10:30 - 12pm - Register

Rhythm & Hues
Saturday, November 10:30 - 12pm - Register

Paint Outs

In accordance with a Boston School tradition, the Guild coordinates plein air painting events that allow artists the opportunity to get out of their studios and enjoy nature as well as the camaraderie of their fellow artists. To receive invitations to our annual paint-outs, please register as an Associate or Student Artist.

Workshops

Workshops and classes by Guild artists are an exceptional way to learn the methods and techniques of the craft of representational art. Many of our artists teach out of their studios, ateliers, or en plein aire.

  • Paul Ingbretson founded the Ingbretson Studio in Lawrence, MA. He offers classes and workshops to provide instruction in the Boston School tradition.

  • Melody Phaneuf teaches both classes and workshops.

  • J.C. Airoldi teaches landscape painting in oil and pastels.

  • William Davis teaches workshops in landscape painting. He is known for his luminous work.

  • Thomas Dunlay is the founder of the Thomas R Dunlay Teaching Studios in Norwood, MA. He also teaches a series of summer workshops in New England.

  • Joseph McGurl gives workshops and lectures. He is a well-known landscape painter.

  • Sergio Roffo gives workshops specializing in coastal landscapes.

  • Sam Vokey teaches workshops on landscapes, both coastal and mainland.

  • Christina Mastrangelo teaches classes and workshops both in-person and online that focus on classical realist techniques.

  • Kelly Carmody teaches hybrid workshops and hosts weekly classes in her studio in Waltham.

Robert Douglas Hunter Landscape Demonstration

Pencil Drawing in the Visual Order by Paul Ingbretson

This demonstration, approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes, shows Ingbretson, in real time, drawing a portrait in pencil while describing his process. Each pencil mark is shown as he shares the background anecdotes and aphorisms from the past that informed his method. This DVD is available for sale at the Guild of Boston Artists at 162 Newbury Street in Boston. the DVD runs approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes. It is $60.00 for the 2 disk set and $6 if shipped ($15 for international). To purchase a copy of this DVD, e-mail us bostonguild@gmail.com, or call us at 617.536.7660.

Articles

Our Members, both past and present, write about art, collecting, technique and culture. Please enjoy this selection below and check back often, as we will be updating this page frequently.

  • (PDF) The Guild of Boston Artists by R. H. Ives Gammell. This comprehensive article about the Guild was written by former Guild president R.H. Ives Gammell. You can also Listen to The Guild of Boston Artists by R. H. Ives Gammell as read by Paul Ingbretson.

  • (PDF) Edmund C. Tarbell by Kenyon Cox

  • (PDF) Job Behind the Curtain by David H. Lowrey. As many of you know, our Member Davide Lowrey has been working on a series revolving around the subtle complexities in the classic story “The Wizard of Oz”. What you may not know is that David is an accomplished scholar who has researched the parallels between the The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Pilgrims Progress and the Book of Job.