Join us for a 2-day immersive painting experience where intuition takes the lead. Through color, value, emotion, composition, and imagination, you’ll learn to trust your creative instincts and paint from a place of freedom rather than fear.
We’ll explore mark making, shape, and the use of space, discovering how isolation and contrast can give focus and meaning to your subjects. You’ll see why working big is actually easier than working small, and why a square canvas (24x24" or larger) invites balance, movement, and play.
We’ll be painting on easels (and if that’s new to you, that’s part of the excitement) using acrylics to layer expressive color and texture. If you know you work super fast, consider bringing a second canvas because inspiration tends to move quickly in this workshop.
By the end of the weekend, you’ll leave with a deeper connection to your creative voice and a bold, intuitive painting that reflects your emotional and imaginative landscape.
️ When: 2-day weekend workshop, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day
Cost: $250
Studio Supply Fee: $50 (optional)
Perfect for those who prefer not to bring their own materials. This fee covers: • One 24x24" canvas provided for each student
• A wide assortment of artist grade fluid and heavy body acrylic paints for class use • Brushes for in-class use
• Sta-Wet Palette provided for each student to use during the workshop (view palette on Amazon)
Class Size: Minimum 4 students, maximum 10 students
Participants who opt out of the Studio Supply Fee will need to bring their own canvas (24x24" or larger) and painting materials from the supply list below.
Supplies to Bring:
• Acrylic paints (artist grade preferred, but use what you have)
• 24x24" canvas or larger (unless covered by the Studio Supply Fee)
• Assorted paintbrushes, big and small
• Baby wipes
• Old towel (to catch any joyful drips)
• Spray bottle
• Brush bucket or container for water and brushes
• Apron or clothes you don’t mind getting paint on
• Sta-Wet Palette (link) — provided for class use if paying the Studio Supply Fee • Any stencils you might have lying around to play with (I’ll also bring a selection to share)
Come ready to loosen up, explore bold color, and discover what happens when intuition meets the canvas.
Instructor Donna Downey: Donna Downey is an expressive painter, educator, and creative mentor known for her bold use of color, intuitive mark making, and emotionally charged imagery. As the Special Projects Coordinator at the Cleveland County Arts Council, she is passionate about building creative community and inspiring others to explore their artistic voice with confidence and
curiosity. Through her workshops, online lessons, and Patreon
community, donna encourages artists of all levels to embrace
imperfection, paint fearlessly, and discover the transformative power of creative expression.
Call 704-484-2787 to register!
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