Boston Drawing Group

Upcoming Events

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 16 May

Boston Common, central Boston - 10am - 2 Hours

Jeff Kesses

In this beginner drawing class, explore basic techniques, materials, and styles in a supportive group environment. Perfect for those new to drawing.

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$49

Other Nearby Groups

Floral and Nature Painting

Saturday 16 May

Charles River area, Boston - 11am - 2.0 Hours

Boston Watercolor Group

Eric Rykiel

Join us for experimental floral and nature painting. Some experience expected but beginners welcome. Learn basic sketching, composition, color palette choice, and techniques like wash layering, dry brush, charging, gradient wash, preservation of light, negative painting, and lifting.

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$49

Oil Painting for Beginners Plein Air Landscape

Sunday 17 May

The Fens, Boston (near Museum of Fine Arts) - 10:30am - 3 Hours

Boston Oil Painting Group

Marc Clamage

Join for a relaxed beginner plein air oil painting session. Paint landscapes outdoors with guidance on color mixing and brushwork. Bring oils, canvas, easel, etc. full list in instructions.

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$49

Nightscape Photography

Friday 29 May

Western Avenue, Lowell, MA - 6:30pm - 2.0 Hours

Boston Photography Group

Carlton Soohoo

Join this hands-on Nightscape Photography session and learn how to confidently capture dramatic low-light scenes—from city lights to night skies.

We'll cover:

Camera settings for low light (ISO, shutter speed, and aperture balance)

Long exposure techniques

Using a tripod effectively

Focusing in the dark

Managing noise and maintaining sharpness

Creative techniques such as light trails and silhouettes

This session is ideal for beginners ready to move beyond Auto mode, as well as intermediate photographers looking to refine their night shooting skills.

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$49

Come along to our meetups to improve your drawing in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start drawing pad and some pencils, which can be easily obtained online or from your nearest art supplies store.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

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