🎨🦇 Painting with Bats 🦇🎨 Spring Edition
When: Saturday, May 16, 10 AM–2 PM
Where: Lubee Bat Conservancy
Get ready for a creative weekend adventure like no other! Join us at Lubee Bat Conservancy for a painting party and a private behind-the-scenes tour to meet some of the world’s most incredible giant fruit bats—up close and personal! 🦇✨
Local artist Samm Wehman Epstein of Samm Wehman Art will guide you in painting your favorite pet, animal, or (of course) the beautiful bat! 🎨🐾
What to expect:
🎨 The Painting Party (3 hours)
Create your very own masterpiece! Samm will pre-sketch your chosen animal on canvas and guide you step-by-step as you bring it to life. All art supplies provided by Samm, so just bring yourself and your creative energy!
The bats won’t be hanging out while you paint in the Education Center—but trust us, our Batcasos will be waiting for you!
🦇 As a conservation facility, animal welfare always comes first. Our bats participate in enrichment on their own terms. During your tour, you’ll see how our team incorporates safe, voluntary enrichment into their care.
🦇 The Bat Meet & Greet (Tour Time!)
After you finish your painting, go behind the scenes with one of Lubee’s bat experts for an unforgettable encounter with these fabulous animals. Don't forget your cameras, as this is your chance to feed the bats!
🎟️ Tickets: $75 donation to Lubee Bat Conservancy
100% of the proceeds support Lubee’s bats, conservation efforts, and education programs.
Spots are limited and fill up fast, so pre-register now—no walk-ups!
Participants must be 10 years and older.
📸 IMPORTANT:
Email Samm at
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1. A screenshot of your ticket.
2. A photo of the animal you want to paint.
Send it by the Saturday before the event, or you’ll receive a blank canvas to freestyle on.
🦇 If you’re an animal lover, an art enthusiast, or just someone who loves a unique experience, this event is for YOU! Don’t miss out!
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