Wednesday Webinars
Online Educational Series
Bringing you quality educational programming is central to the mission of the Portrait Society, and we are excited to continue to host Wednesday Webinars throughout the year! Demonstrations will be $49 and last for 2 hours. Single presenter presentations will be $39 for 1.5 hours.
All formats include a live Question-and-Answer session with the artists at the end of the presentation.
Members get a 10% discount on all webinars, which will be automatically applied on the registration form at checkout. Attendees must login to register and to receive member discounts.
"I would like to say how much I appreciate the Webinars. They are such quality demonstrations filled with information and the price point is so reasonable and so needed in this day. Thank you so much." ~ Pat T., Wednesday Webinar Attendee
2026 Webinars
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Sasha Phillips ~ January 28, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$39.00
Canvas to Contract: A Legal Guide for Portrait Artists
A practical overview of the legal issues portrait artists most often face—from copyright and fair use to model releases, commissions, and contracts. This webinar breaks down what the law protects, where common pitfalls occur, and how to safeguard your work, your income, and your creative freedom.
Scott Burdick ~ June 17, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$49.00
Expressive Painting Through Experimentation
Join Scott for a live demonstration offering an inside look at how experimentation fuels expressive, confident work. He’ll share his approach to exploring color, value, and composition, showing how thoughtful risk-taking leads to stronger, more personal paintings. Throughout the demo, you’ll be encouraged to embrace curiosity as an essential part of your creative voice.
Melinda Whitmore ~ July 8, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$49.00
Constructing the Face: Structure, Proportion, and Likeness
Join artist Melinda Whitmore for an in-depth webinar focused on understanding facial structure as the foundation of strong likeness. Beginning with the profile view and moving into a more traditional three-quarter view, Whitmore will break down the underlying relationships between features and show how subtle structural shifts influence proportion, balance, and expression. This webinar will help artists see the face more accurately, strengthen their construction skills, and create portraits with greater confidence and authenticity.
Tim Rees ~ August 12, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$49.00
Capturing Childhood
Timothy Rees will offer an intimate look into his thoughtful process of painting a child’s portrait in this live demonstration. Known for his sensitive approach and classical technique, Rees guides viewers through each stage of the painting—from observation and composition to capturing expression, likeness, and subtle shifts of light. Ideal for artists seeking to paint children with greater sensitivity and confidence.
Michael Shane Neal ~ September 30, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$49.00
The Language of Hands
Join acclaimed artist and Chairman of the Portrait Society, Michael Shane Neal for a live webinar exploring his approach to painting hands—one of the most expressive and challenging parts of the human figure. Neal will demonstrate his process from initial drawing through refined color and value choices, offering insights into structure, and capturing the personality of your subjects through the use of pose and gesture of the hands. Participants will gain practical tips, artistic insight, and the opportunity to watch a master bring hands to life with confidence and clarity.
Gwenneth Barth-White ~ October 21, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$49.00
Bringing Portraits to Life in Pastel
Join us for an engaging webinar with artist Gwenneth Barth-White, who will guide you through the delicate art of portrait painting using pastels. During this demonstration, Gwenneth will share her techniques for capturing likeness and texture, while offering tips on layering and achieving depth on paper. Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore pastels or an experienced artist seeking fresh inspiration, this session provides a look at her creative process and practical strategies to enhance your own portrait work.
Jeff Hein~ November 11, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$49.00
Layer by Layer: Indirect Portrait Painting with Jeff Hein
Join acclaimed artist Jeff Hein for a webinar demonstrating his indirect approach to portrait painting. He will walk step by step through his process of planning, underpainting, and glazing to build depth and likeness. Watch the portrait develop from block-in to refinement while gaining insight into his color choices and problem-solving process. Whether you’re new to indirect painting or looking to deepen your technique, this demonstration offers practical guidance and a window into Jeff’s methodical approach.
Devin Cox~ December 9, 2026 ~ 7pm ET
$39.00
Beyond Beauty: A Portrait of John Singer Sargent
John Singer Sargent (1856–1925) remains one of art history’s most fascinating and elusive figures. Drawing on new research, unpublished memoirs, and letters, biographer Devon Cox explores Sargent’s life as an American raised in Europe, a brilliant art student in Paris, and the celebrated portraitist of Gilded Age society.
Cox reveals how Sargent captured the psychological depth of his sitters while expressing personal themes in his landscapes and murals. The talk also examines the controversies and relationships that shaped his life—from the scandal of Madame X to his portrayal of Thomas McKeller in his Boston murals.
Previous Webinars
If you missed previous Wednesday Webinars, you can purchase the recordings and watch online!
Wednesday Webinar Artists Recordings:
Anna Rose Bain, Anna Rose Bain 2, Jason Bouldin, Scott Burdick, Louis Carr, Louis Carr 2, Casey Childs1, Casey Childs2, Joseph Daily and Shana Levenson, Michelle Dunaway, Michelle Dunaway 2, Ruth Fitton, Rose Frantzen, Rose Frantzen2, Tina Garrett, Max Ginsburg 1, Max Ginsburg 2, Liz Harris, Seth Haverkamp, Jeff Hein, Scott Jones, Chelsea Lang, Susan Lyon 1, Susan Lyon 2, Kevin Macpherson, Johanne Mangi, Teresa Mattos and Jennifer Welty, Dominique Medici, Dominique Medici 2, Michael Shane Neal, Paul Newton, Teresa Oaxaca, Emily Olson, Sasha Phillips, Mark Pugh, Mary Qian, Tim Rees, Mary Sauer, Oliver Sin, Dan Thompson, Dawn Whitelaw, Melinda Whitmore and Elizabeth Zanzinger