CURRENT Events & Exhibitions
Art by Mary Monteiro (top), Susan Nelson (bottom).
“Journeys”
A Judged Open Exhibition
April 23 to May 10, Thursdays thru Sundays, 1 to 4 pm
In-person Awards at Reception: Friday, April 24, 5pm – 7pm
The last weekend will be in collaboration with and promoted by the Artweek SouthCoast festival calendar.
The Westport Art Group members and non-members consider the theme: “Journeys."
- A literal road trip or migration
- Their artistic journey from sketch to finished piece
- Personal growth, life transitions, or inner discovery
- Cultural crossings, spiritual quests, or emotional terrain
Art pieces captures movement, change, and exploration.
Free and open to the public!
Participating artists: View the Call to Artists.
WAG is grateful to its sponsors of the show, Jeffrey Westport (https://jeffreywestport.com) and Manchester Interiors (https://www.manchesterinteriors.com/).
SCA Open Studio Tour Returns to Westport Art Group in Summer 2026
July 18–19 and August 15–16
Call to Artists
WAG Members can participate in an Open Studio at the WAG building, 1740 Main Rd, Westport Point.
SCA Tour dates are: July 18–19, 2026 and August 15–16, 2026, 11 am to 5 pm.
———Sign up closes April 25———
WAG members can sign-up online below to reserve a space for showing their artwork at Westport Art Group during one of the two 2025 SCA Open Studio weekends during the sign up period: today until April 25. Only 6 spots available for each date - first come, first serve.
Tuesdays at WAG presents
Barbara Healy
PAINTING USING COLD WAX TECHNIQUE
Tuesday, May 12 at 6 pm
Westport Art Group, 1740 Main Rd, Westport MA
Free and open to the public
Barbara Healy
Dartmouth artist Barbara Healy will demonstrate painting with cold wax, an exciting medium that can be added to oil paint. The demo will explore application methods using more than a brush. Her paintings are inspired by the diverse colors of light, atmosphere, and nature of the New England coast. More than a snapshot, her paintings suggest the feel of breeze on a summer sail or memory of an evening walk. Her degree in textile design has given her a background in color; but she often paints plein air to learn from nature. Her Dartmouth MA studio is on the South Coast Artists Open Studio Tours.
"Tuesdays at WAG" programs are supported in part by funding from the Westport Cultural Council, which promotes projects, presentations and events to benefit our community through participation.
RICK Paulus’ Presentation IS on YouTube!
Thanks to Westport Community TV
The Westport Community TV filmed our Tuesdays with WAG presentation with Rick Paulus.
Watch it here!
Monotype Printmaking Demo
Update—Postponed to a later date TBA
WITH WENDY WELDON & HEIDI EASTMAN
Wendy and Heidi will make 2-4 monotypes on WAG’s new etching press. They hope you will join them for inspiration and uncomplicated instruction. Just bring yourselves!
Update—Postponed to a later date TBA
The Periwinkle Shop
WELCOME to the NEW Periwinkle Gift Shop at Westport Art Group!
The Periwinkle Shop features small art items, handcrafted gifts and small wall-hung works made by our members, and is located in the Westport Art Group lobby. The Periwinkle Shop is open during classes, exhibits, and by appointment at 1740 Main Road, Westport Point, MA.
Call to Artists
FREE SHELF & WALL SPACE AVAILABLE NOW IN THE PERIWINKLE SHOP!
One of the perks of WAG membership is being able to sell your artwork and handmade original items in the Periwinkle Gift Shop – and you’re invited to participate! All current WAG members can submit small works of art and original handmade items to sell at the gallery - without charge for the space. WAG will retain a 25% commission on all items sold.
Submissions may include artwork in all mediums, photography, handmade jewelry, sculptures, fiber art, books and other items.
· ALL ART must not exceed 12” x 12” and cannot exceed $100 in price.
· CABINET items can’t be taller than 12” due to the dimensions of the shelves.
If you’re interested in selling in the Periwinkle Shop, just download and complete the Inventory Submittal form below, and email it to Dianne Larkin, email at diannesglass2@gmail.com, and I’ll arrange to meet you. Please mention Periwinkle Shop in the subject line! We can work out an agreeable date and time.
IMPORTANT: You must be a current member of WAG to participate. The membership year ended on May 31st – so if you have not yet renewed or you would like to join as a new member, we encourage you to do so at this link: Join Us.
We hope you enjoy this unique benefit of membership in the Westport Art Group. Thank you for being a part of the WAG community.
Downloads:
Small Group Exhibits at the WAG Gallery
WAG is taking proposals from WAG artists for small group Thursday through Sunday exhibits. Download this document for more info.