Stand before the pyramids. Step inside the tombs whose painted walls still tell stories of spiritual rebirth, thousands of years after their creation. Behold the treasures of Tutankhamum, and sail the fabled Nile river. Join artist and educator John Paul Thornton in Spring of 2028 for an exploration of Egypt and a seven-night cruise on Ama Waterways' AmaNubia. John Paul brings extensive knowledge of Egyptian history, art and culture, having traveled to Egypt and creating lec

John Paul Thornton will be presenting an exciting LIVE watercolor painting demonstration for the Valley Watercolor Society this Saturday, September 5th from 10AM to Noon. The event is FREE and open to ALL! You are invited to attend. Simply click on the link to RSVP. Along with the demonstration, a number of John Paul's Watercolor paintings will be displayed. We hope you join us! John Paul Thornton's watercolor paintings often describe his travel experiences Join John Paul wit

A special Live Event celebrating the art of Paris! This visual presentation will take you into the museums of the city of lights to discover masterworks that led the way from exotic “Romanticism” to emotional “Realism” and sunny, color-drenched “Impressionism.” Join John Paul Thornton and the Valley Jewish Community Center, through a celebration of Art and dreams of travel! J oin us Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 CLICK HERE to Register for this event! J oin us Sunday, February

A Special Live Event connecting Jewish culture to art and travel! This visual presentation will take you on a whirlwind journey to learn...

Renaissance dreams coming true! John Paul Thornton's Travel Group at the Villa d'Este, Tivoli, Italy Travel transforms us! Our heightened...

You are invited to join me on an unforgettable trip to Vietnam and Cambodia! Travel in Asia delivers exceptional art, culture and...

A Special Live Event: Connecting The Jewish and Latino Cultures, Through Art, Architecture and Cuisine! Join John Paul Thornton and the...

A new Art History Presentation by John Paul Thornton To Register, Click Here

Greetings, We hope you are all well and enjoying the holiday season. Space has opened for John Paul Thornton's Italy Trip, March 9-22,...

John Paul Thornton and the Valley JCC invite you this Wednesday, August 23rd to attend "Jewish Art: Passion, Playfulness and Purpose."...

YOU are invited! Please join me with Uniworld Line's “Remarkable Rhine and Historic Holland" river cruise, which embarks May 31st, 2024....

Travel is back! I have partnered with Thurston Rivera Luxury Travel to create an Art-driven trip to Italy in March of 2024. Please read...

Join me on Saturday, May 20th! I am honored to have many of my paintings on display Saturday, May 20th at the Rose Goldwater Community...

Register Now for Wednesday April 19th, 6:00-7:20 Pacific Time Via Zoom Many great Jewish artists have boldly turned towards humanitarian...

I want to see you in person! I am honored to have many of my paintings on display Saturday, May 20th at the Rose Goldwater Community...

Wednesday February 15th, 6:00-7:20 Pacific Time Via Zoom Artist/Historian John Paul Thornton presents a journey across time and culture,...

The Skirball Cultural Center Presents a new art history series with John Paul Thornton. It's called "Quilting a Nation: The Quilt as Art...

Join educator John Paul Thornton as we explore the lives of the legendary Jewish artists of Montparnasse, Paris. Our focus is on the...

Join John Paul Thornton as we explore the lives of the legendary Jewish artists of Montparnasse, Paris. Jewish immigrant artists like...

Explore Art in Israel during this Special online Presentation hosted by Historian John Paul Thornton. Register by clicking here!