Explore Your Creativity

 Whether you are a beginner looking to explore your creativity or an experienced artist seeking to refine your techniques, at The Portland Art Studio, we offer one-on-one instruction tailored to your specific needs and goals.  Developing creative skills through art is essential for fostering innovation, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving abilities, not to mention immense fun! 

At The Portland Art Studio challenges are opportunities, and we believe art shoud be accessible to everyon. We strive to make that possible.  Artistic activities encourages individuals to think critically, express themselves uniquely, and approach challenges from diverse perspectives. Engage with our art intructors today and see what's possible!

Participate in our creative workshops and discover your inner artist! Learn a new skill or improve your techniques with our diverse range of art classes. Attend one of our Watercolor Group Workshops or host one of your own! Join us to learn painting, drawing, collage, and more in a supportive environment.We offer workshops  focused on watercolor, gouache, acrylic and mixed media painting.

With over 25 years of instructive art experience, PJ is an accomplished artist in her own right. Best known for her work in watercolor, PJ's award-winning artwork has been featured in magazines, exhibitions, and fundraising auctions and is regularly commissioned. See PJ in her studio in this featured video, created by Portland Community College. 

Add a personal touch to your invitations! Whether you're aiming for a classic, whimsical, or nature-inspired theme, watercolor invitations, incorporating hand-painted watercolor elements into your invitations enhances their visual appeal an provides a versatile and elegant solution. Each hand-painted piece is one-of-a-kind, ensuring that your invitations stand out and leave a lasting impression,.

Commissioning a painting offers a unique opportunity to acquire a personalized piece of art that resonates with your individual taste and experiences. Commemmorate a graduation, wedding, birth or housewarming with a custom painting of the couple or the new home. A commissioned painting can commemorate a special occasion, celebrate a loved one, or capture a cherished memory. If you're interested in exploring this further,  reach out to begin the journey of of bringing your vision to life.