Eli  Portman: Artist

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In Person Viewings by Appointment!

Are you interested in viewing my work in person before you purchase? I have a studio in Downtown Boston, near Fenway Park, and book viewings of available artwork by appointment. Contact me to arrange a visit!

Watercolors for Beginners and Intermediates -June/ July 2021 8 Sessions, Tuesday Nights

$240.00

In this Watercolor Painting Class we'll be covering beginner and intermediate skills! Composition, brush handling, color mixing and more!


Class will be over Zoom! You Do Not Need a Zoom account to participate.

Class will be 8 Sessions!

Tuesday Nights, 7-8:30 June 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, July 6th, July 13th, July 20th, July 27th

12 total slots are available in each class.

Both these classes are for Teens age 14+ and Adults of all ages. Classes are appropriate for all skill levels, with a specific instructional focus for beginners and intermediates.

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Supplies:

Pencils, Eraser (white), 12 inch ruler, scrap paper of your choosing (printer paper is fine), several plastic plates (disposable are fine) paper towels, cup of water

Watercolor Pan Set:

https://www.dickblick.com/items/talens-angora-watercolor-pan-set-set-of-36-colors-pans/

Watercolor Pad:

https://www.dickblick.com/items/canson-xl-watercolor-pad-11-x-15-euro-fold-30-sheets/

Brushes:

https://www.dickblick.com/items/princeton-select-synthetic-brush-angle-shader-short-handle-size-14/

https://www.dickblick.com/items/princeton-select-synthetic-brush-liner-mini-handle-size-200/

https://www.dickblick.com/items/princeton-select-synthetic-brush-round-short-handle-size-10/

https://www.dickblick.com/items/princeton-select-synthetic-brush-flat-wash-short-handle-size-12/

dickblick.com/items/princeton-select-synthetic-brush-liner-short-handle-size-2/


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Prepare a clean, clear quiet workspace, and make sure to test your camera and microphone before the class so we can get started right away.

Refunds available only until the first class starts. After that all sales are final.
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Commissions/Custom Paintings

I am available for hire for custom paintings, typically with a month turn around or less.  
In the past I've been hired for illustrations, portraits, landscapes, house paintings and more!
Prices/sizes are as follows: (More complicated pieces can sometimes be more expensive)
8.5X11 $245
11x14    $345
18X24  $445
22X30 $595
Framing options are available as well!
Contact me with your requests and questions!

Classes for Kids and Adults

I am currently offering classes one on one for kids and adults, as well as group lessons. All are currently offered online! Contact me for more information!

"The Bright-Eyed Adventurer Wanders Among The Lights in the Dark" -- A Collection Book

$25.00

This is a paperback collection book of the "The Bright-Eyed Adventurer Series" each piece is featured in high quality, as well as an anecdote or statement accompaniement.

44 Pages

Paperback

9.5"X8"
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Murals

I'm always available for new mural projects, inquiries can be directed through the 'contact' page on the top bar. Feel free to see some of my previous projects below!
Notable Achievements
-Boston Athenaeum Artist Fellow-2019-2020 Community Fellowship
-Artist Member of the Copley Society of Art
-Former Artist Member of the Cape Cod Art center
-Featured Artist  in the Boston Globe        (Article HERE)
-Artist for the Label of "Night Windows" Beer from Small Changes Brewing Company
-Artist Member of the Carroll and Sons Gallery Boston Drawing Project

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"Backbay Alleyway"

Watercolor on Paper
15.5"X20" Available $495

"Enjoying the Summer Heat from the height of a Fire Escape"​ Watercolor 18"X22" $515
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