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Sea Horse King
Saturday, September 12th 11am - 3pm $65 each or $80 with supplies Dive beneath the surface and paint the peaceful beauty of the ocean in Seahorse in the Ocean. In this relaxing acrylic workshop, you'll create a graceful seahorse drifting through crystal-clear blue waters as shimmering sun rays filter down from above, bringing the underwater world to life. You'll learn how to blend luminous ocean colors, paint realistic light rays, create depth beneath the surface, and add beautiful details to your seahorse using easy-to-follow acrylic techniques. Along the way, you'll explore layering, texture, and color mixing to capture the tranquil movement and magical glow of an underwater seascape. Perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike, this step-by-step class offers a fun and inspiring way to build your acrylic painting skills while creating a vibrant ocean scene you'll be proud to display. Leave with a beautiful coastal masterpiece that captures the wonder and serenity of life beneath the waves. Supplies Needed 11x14 Canvas Large Flat Brush Medium Filbert Brush #2 pointed Round brush Small script liner Bristle stencil brush or large bristle round brush for light rays Acrylic Paint (please bring Fine Art Paint, not Craft Paint) Titanium White Lamp Black Thalo Blue Hooker’s Green Yellow Ochre (Oxide) Raw Sienna Burnt Sienna Burtn Umber Cadmium Yellow Medium Naples Yellow |
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Double Trouble
Saturday, October 24th 11am - 3pm $65 each or $80 with supplies Celebrate the magic of the season in this festive acrylic workshop with guest artist Marco Aguilar! In this fun-filled class, you'll paint two cheerful jack-o-lanterns with colorful fall leaves, and autumn accents, capturing the warmth and whimsy of Halloween. Marco will guide you step by step through acrylic techniques for creating glowing carved pumpkins, rich autumn colors, expressive faces, and beautiful seasonal textures. You'll learn how to blend warm oranges, golden yellows, and deep reds while adding depth, highlights, and shadows that make your painting come alive with cozy fall charm. Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or have years of experience, this welcoming workshop is perfect for all skill levels. You'll leave with a playful Halloween masterpiece that's perfect for displaying throughout the fall season and a collection of new acrylic painting techniques to use in future projects. Supplies Needed 11x14 Canvas or Canvas Board Medium Filbert Brush Small/Medium Flat brush #2 Pointed Round Brush Small Script Liner Acrylic Paint (please bring Fine Art Paint, not Craft Paint) Titanium White Raw Umber Lamp Black Burnt Sienna Cadmium Orange Cadmium red Light Naples Yellow Cadmium Yellow |
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Sunset Surf
Saturday, November 14th 11am - 3pm $65 each or $80 with supplies Join Marco for a relaxing acrylic painting class inspired by a beautiful sunset at the beach! In this class, you’ll create a warm, glowing sunset over the ocean framed by soft sandy dunes and two colorful surfboards waiting for the next adventure. Marco will guide you step-by-step as you explore blending sunset colors, creating depth in the ocean and sky, adding texture to the sand and dunes, and bringing the surfboards to life with your own creative touches. This class is perfect for all skill levels, whether you’re new to acrylics or looking to build your painting skills. Come enjoy a creative afternoon and leave with your own little piece of the California coast! Supplies Needed: 11x14 canvas 1" flat brush Medium sized filbert brush #4 natural hair fan brush Small round brush Liner brush Acrylic Paint (please bring Fine Art Paint, not Craft Paint) Cerulean Blue Titanium White Unbleached Titanium Naples Yellow Dioxazine Purple Burnt Sienna Turquoise Green Cadmium Yellow Light Cadmium Orange Raw Umber Sap Green Yellow Ochre (Oxide) |
MARCO ANTONIO AGUILAR
Marco grew up in the small Caribbean nation of Belize. He cannot remember a time when he was not involved in something creative. Marco studied art at St. John's College, and it was there that he fell in love with the acrylic medium.
Marco is a certified acrylic instructor for Grumbacher Paint and Chartpak Art Products. To see more of Marco's art visit his web-site https://marcozart.com/ |