Introduction to Acrylic Painting

What To Expect

Two-Day Class: October 18 & 19
1 – 4:30 PM    
Ages 18+    
$125 members, $140 nonmembers    

Members enjoy discounts on all studio classes. Discounts are applied once you click the Check Out button in your shopping cart. 


Build skills and study basic concepts and techniques for acrylic painting in this introductory course. Learn through painting demonstrations, discussion, and hands-on practice with design, composition, paint mixing, and color theory before painting your own artwork using direct and classic techniques. 


Supply List: Participants must bring four  9” x 12” canvas boards.  All other supplies are provided. 
Instructor: Shanon Essex 

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Fine Print

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:  

Food and Drink  
Outside food and drink are not allowed. Water bottles are permitted.  

Museum Amenities 
Program participation includes Museum admission and access to the Museum Store. 
Food and Beverage Information   
Museum Store Information   

Ticket Return/Exchange Policy   
There will be no refunds or exchanges issued.