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St. Johns Bridge at Iron Horse Restaurant Thursday, September 13 6:30

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Join Free to Be Art at Iron Horse Restaurant for a festive night of painting fun. Included in your ticket price is a sampling of the delicious Iron Horse fare including mini tacos, quesadillas, jalapeno poppers, taquitos, chips, salsa, sour cream and guacamole!  The additional purchase of one beverage is required by all attendees as well. The St. Johns Bridge class will be held Thursday, September 13 from 6:30pm-8:30pm.  Please arrive ten minutes early as this is a guided class and we all need to start at the same time.  Michele from Free To Be Art will walk you through your own version of this St. Johns Bridge acrylic painting on 16×20 canvas.  Everything is provided for you to complete the painting the same night, all you need to bring is your Eventbrite ticket and be ready to have some memorable fun!

Be sure to dress for the mess!  We provide aprons but recommend you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.

Due to the limited nature of this event there are no refunds within 7 days of the event. There are 22 total tickets available, once the event is sold out there are no more spaces.

***By registering for this class you are authorizing Free to be Art to use your image on their social media accounts and website***

Link to Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/st-johns-bridge-at-iron-horse-tickets-48900016265

Columbia Gorge Hot Air Balloons at Stadiums Monday, July 30 6:30

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Join us at Stadiums in Milwaukie for an unforgettable evening of painting fun!  Class will be held Monday, July 30 at 6:30pm.  Please arrive 15 minutes early as this is a guided class and we all need to start at the same time.  Michele from Free To Be Art will walk you through your own version of this Hot Air Balloons over the Columbia River Gorge acrylic painting on 16×20 canvas.  Everything is provided for, all you need to bring is yourself,  ready to have fun and your Eventbrite Ticket.

Due to the limited nature of this event there are no refunds after July 23. There are 30 total tickets available, once it is sold out there are no more spaces.  In the event that the tickets are not sold, you may purchase your ticket at the door with cash, however we cannot guarantee that there will be spaces available.

You can always contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com or through facebook to book your own private party, choose any painting, including Columbia Gorge Hot Air Balloons.

Be sure to dress for the mess. We provide aprons but recommend you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.

This event is being held at an adult establishment, no children are allowed entry.

Tickets available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paint-hot-air-balloons-columbia-river-gorge-at-stadiums-tickets-47801591848

 

**By registering for this class you are authorizing Free to be Art to use your image on Free to be Art social media accounts and website***

Multnomah Falls in Sepia Saturday, March 3 7pm at Free To Be Art Home Studio

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You are invited to come paint Multnomah Falls in Sepia at Free To Be Art home studio. (Which is my actual home!) Bring a friend and enjoy a memorable night of painting together …. Anybody can paint this because we take it step by step, together. Colors can always be modified with any class. You can bring any snacks, treats or beverages in to Free To Be Art that you like. You can always contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com to book your own private party, choose any painting, including Multnomah Falls in Sepia!

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on. Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, I can only offer a refund if at least one week advance notice is given for this event***

Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/multnomah-falls-in-sepia-acrylic-painting-class-at-free-to-be-art-tickets-42854317417

Paradise Cove at Spring Creek Coffee House Sunday, Feb 25 2pm

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Come paint Paradise Cove at Spring Creek Coffee House on Sunday, Feb 25 at 2pm.  Bring some friends and enjoy a memorable afternoon of painting together …. Anyone can paint this beginner level acrylic painting because we take it step by step, together. Colors can always be modified with any class. You can always contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com to book your own private party, choose any painting, including Paradise Cove!

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on. Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, I can only offer a refund if at least one week advance notice is given for this event***

Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite at this link:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paradise-cove-painting-class-at-spring-creek-coffee-house-tickets-43063183140

Winter Cardinal SOLD OUT Saturday, January 20 7pm

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Come paint Winter Cardinal at Free To Be Art home studio. Bring a friend and enjoy a memorable night of painting together …. Anybody can paint this because we take it step by step, together. Colors can always be modified with any class. You can bring any snacks, treats or beverages in to Free To Be Art that you like. You can always contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com to book your own private party, choose any painting, including Winter Cardinal!

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on. Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 48 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 48 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable

Stormy Gail Tuesday, Nov. 21 6pm

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I love painting Stormy Gale with you! And for those of you afraid to draw, I created a STENCIL!  Your choice, draw it or outline with the stencil before painting it. Bring a friend and experience a fun night of painting together …. Anybody can do this because we take it step by step.  Colors can always be modified with any class at Free To Be Art.  You can bring any snacks, treats or beverages in to Free To Be Art that you like.  You can always contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com to book your own private party, choose any painting, including Stormy Gail!

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

St. John’s Bridge Saturday, August 19 7pm

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I’m so excited to offer this new painting of St. John’s Bridge.  Anyone can paint it at Free To Be Art on Saturday, August 19 at 7pm. Bring a friend and experience a fun evening of painting together …. Anybody 10 and over can do this beginner level acrylic painting class because we take it step by step. Colors can always be modified with any class at Free To Be Art. You can also contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com to book your own private party, choose any painting from the gallery including St. John’s Bridge!

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that you don’t mind getting some paint on. Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 48 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 48 hours notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Anchors Aweigh Friday, July 28 7pm

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I’m very excited about this new summery, nautical and just plain adorable painting!  You can paint Anchors Aweigh for the first time at Free To Be Art on Friday July 28 at 7pm. And for those of you afraid to draw, I created a STENCIL! Your choice, draw it or outline with the stencil before painting it. Bring a friend and experience a fun evening of painting together …. Anybody 10 and over can do this because we take it step by step. Colors can always be modified with any class at Free To Be Art. You can always contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com to book your own private party, choose any painting, including Anchors Aweigh!

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that you don’t mind getting some paint on. Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 48 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 48 hours notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Spring Creek Celestial Evening Sunday, Jan 29 1:30pm

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Everyone is invited to paint at Spring Creek Coffee House!  Come paint Celestial Evening with us step by step. This is totally beginner level.  We paint together so it is important that you arrive before 1:30 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Beachy Breeze Friday, Dec 30 6:30

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Come paint Beachy Breeze at Free To Be Studio!  Bring a friend and experience  a fun night of painting together …. Anyone can do this when we walk together through it, step by step.  You can always contact Michele at chrysalis74@gmail.com to book your own private party, choose any painting, including Beachy Breeze!

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Ardenwald Winter Cardinal Thursday Dec. 1 2pm

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3rd, 4th & 5th graders are invited to join the painting fun!  They can paint the Winter Cardinal step by step with me and take it home the same day.

12″x 12″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

Be sure to bring or wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

Students get very hungry after school, so you may want to send them with a snack.

We always paint right outside of room 103, if you are picking your child up, please come inside to get them.

Also, I like specific instructions for after class please email me (chrysalis74@gmail.com) so we can discuss or enter in note to seller when checking out.  You can also give me information in the note to seller when you pay.

If you are not okay with your child being photographed for the Free To Be Art website or Facebook page, please let me know.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

You do not have to pay with Paypal, after adding to cart click though the payment options even if it seems like you are saying you will pay with Paypal, at the end there is an option to pay with other card.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

~Feel free to give me the students name or any special instructions in the Note To Seller section when paying~

Spring Creek Coffee House Poppy Fantasy Sunday, Nov. 20 1:30

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Everyone is invited to paint at Spring Creek Coffee House!  Come paint the Poppy Fantasy with us step by step. This is totally beginner level.  We paint together so it is important that you arrive before 1:30 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Cheryl’s Private Class Poppy Fantasy Saturday, Nov 5 6pm

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Picking your own painting is the best part of having your own party and Cheryl chose Poppy Fantasy for her private class.

I will bring aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Email me (chrysalis74@gmail.com)  if you want to schedule or discuss your own private party for 6 or more friends.  I can host it at your home, Free To Be Studio in Milwaukie or another venue of your choosing.  You can read more about having your own private party here.

Spring Creek Coffee House Fall Tree Sunday, Oct 23 1:30

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Everyone is invited to paint at Spring Creek Coffee House!  Come paint the Fall Tree with us step by step. This is totally beginner level.  We paint together so it is important that you arrive before 1:30 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Stacked Pumpkins Friday, Oct 7 7pm

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Come get in the fall spirit and paint the Stacked Pumpkins at Free To Be Studio!  Invite a friend and bond while painting together…. Anyone can do this when we walk together through it, step by step.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Spring Creek Coffee House Colorful Cactus Sunday Sept 25 1pm

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Everyone is invited to paint at Spring Creek Coffee House!  Come paint Colorful Cactus with us step by step. We paint together so it is important that you arrive before 1:00 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Are you ready for some FOOTBALL? Friday, August 12 7pm

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Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?? Choose YOUR TEAM for this class!  You can have a different color background, doesnt have to be black!  Just let me know ahead of time which team so I can be prepared!  Everyone can do this!  I will help you step by step

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have aprons but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Summer Fun Sunday June 19 1:30pm

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Everyone is invited to join the painting fun!  Come paint this fun beach scene!  Can be personalized many ways, the number of flip flops,  the last name, no name at all etc…. Anyone can do this when we walk together through it, step by step.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have smocks but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Simply Succulent Friday, June 17 6:30

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I would love for you to come paint Simply Succulent with me!  I love the vibrant colors in this painting!…. Anyone can do this when we walk together through it, step by step.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We have smocks but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

California Dreamin’ Saturday, June 4 at 6pm

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Join us for our first painting class at the new Free To Be Studio!  Much roomier, no stairs, we can move, breathe and paint here!  I call this one California Dreamin.  You can paint this field of poppies overlooking a scenic beach cliff with me, step by step.  Since we paint together it is important that you arrive by 6:00 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Ardenwald Watermelon Slice Thursday May 12 2-4pm

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Ardenwald 3rd, 4th & 5th graders are invited to paint this Watermelon Slice.  I love that we get to use sponges to paint the watermeloney texture.  We paint it together step by step with me and take it home the same day. We will have a lot painting the watermelon rind on the sides too! It will look so nice in a kitchen and they can be really proud of it.

12″x 12″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

Be sure to bring or wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

Students get very hungry after school, so you may want to send them with a snack.  Please make it peanut free.

We always paint right outside of room 103, if you are picking your child up, please come inside to get them.

Also, i need specific instructions for after class please email me (chrysalis74@gmail.com) so we can discuss or enter in note to seller when checking out.

If you are not okay with your child being photographed for the Free To Be Art website or Facebook page, please let me know.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

You do not have to pay with Paypal, after adding to cart click though the payment options even if it seems like you are saying you will pay with Paypal, at the end there is an option to pay with other card.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Cheerful Sunflowers, Class Full! Sunday May 8 2pm

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This class is full but there are openings for Saturday, May 7 at 5:00 pm.

Let’s paint these cheerful Sunflowers together!  These are so bright and sunny, paint it for mom or paint it ith mom for Mother’s Day weekend.  Since we paint together it is important that you arrive by 2:00 so we can all start together promptly.

12″x 12″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Spring Creek Haystack Rock Sunday April 24 1:30pm

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Everyone is invited to join us at Spring Creek Coffee House!  Come paint Haystack Rock with us step by step. We paint together so it is important that you arrive before 1:30 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

April Showers Sunday April 10 2pm

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April Showers!  This painting uses some different techniques using water that I think students will really have fun with.  Since we paint together it is important that you arrive by 2:00 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

 

Haystack Rock Friday April 8 7pm

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Come paint Haystack Rock!  We can paint this beautiful scene together, step by step.  Since we do paint together it is important that you arrive by 7:00 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Ardenwald Cherry Blossom Thursday, March 17 2pm

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3rd, 4th & 5th graders are invited to join the painting fun!  They can paint this Cherry Blossom Tree step by step with me and take it home the same day.

12″x 12″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

Be sure to bring or wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

Students get very hungry after school, so you may want to send them with a snack.  Please make it peanut free.

We always paint right outside of room 103, if you are picking your child up, please come inside to get them.

Also, i need specific instructions for after class please email me (chrysalis74@gmail.com) so we can discuss or enter in note to seller when checking out.

If you are not okay with your child being photographed for the Free To Be Art website or Facebook page, please let me know.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

You do not have to pay with Paypal, after adding to cart click though the payment options even if it seems like you are saying you will pay with Paypal, at the end there is an option to pay with other card.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Ronde’s Private Party – Winter Cardinal Saturday February 20 6:30

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Ronde chose this sweet Winter Cardinal for her private class.  Picking your own painting is the best part of having your own party.  We will surely have fun with sponges on this soft background.  Any beginner painter can do this one.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Email me (chrysalis74@gmail.com)  if you want to schedule or discuss your own private party for 6 or more freiends.  I can host it at your home, Free To Be Studio or other venue of your choosing.  You can read more about having your own private party here.

Couples Tree Sunday, February 14 2pm

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This two canvas painting class designed just for couples.  As always, the class is step by step and designed with beginners in mind.  This would be especially sweet with a heart and initials carved in the trunk of the large tree.  Each person will paint one 16″x20″ canvas, which when hung together forms one work of art, made together!  All acrylic paint, canvases and brushes supplied.

Cost is $50.00 per couple ($25 each).

We have smocks but suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Email me (chrysalis74@gmail.com)  if you want to schedule or discuss your own private party for 4 or more guests.  I can host it at your home, Free To Be Studio or other venue of your choosing.

Spring Creek Winter Tree Sunday January 24 1:30

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You’re invited to join the painting fun at Spring Creek Coffee House!  Come paint this Winter Tree with us step by step. We paint together so it is important that you arrive before 1:30 so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***

Winter Cardinal Friday January 15 7pm CLASS FULL!

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This class is full but I will offer it again very soon!   Be sure to sign up for the weekly newsletter on the home page to keep from missing out on upcoming classes.  Never more than 1 email per week at the most will be sent out.  No spam I promise!

I know we will have fun painting this Winter Cardinal together, step by step.  We paint together so it is important that you arrive a little bit before class starts so we can all start together promptly.

16″x 20″ canvas, all acrylic paint and brushes supplied.

We suggest that you wear clothing that is okay to get paint on.  Many times acrylic will not wash out.

***Due to small class size and limited space, we ask for a minimum 24 hour cancellation notice.

If less than 24 hour notice is given, any class purchases are non-refundable.***