Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Instructor: Karen Maggie Workman

During this class we will learn about acrylic paints, how to use them, and why. You will learn about various brushes, canvas to paint on, types of varnish, and the use of pens, color mixing, basting, and blending will be taught as we paint a simple acrylic design: “Cowboy Sunset.”

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: SRAL Studio
Class Size:  15
Material Cost: $10 collected at the beginning of class.

Last Day to Register: February 15, 2026

Cancellation Procedure: If you need to cancel attending this class, please send an email to Susan Ettl, Education Committee Chairperson, at SusanE@santaritaart.org in order for her to remove your name from the registration list. This will enable someone on the waiting list to take your spot.

At the studio, there will be someone there to sign people in, give name tags, and collect the material fee of $10.00

About Karen

When I was a young child, my mother decided I needed to learn to paint, and I’ve been taking classes ever since. Through years of practice and experimenting, I’ve worked to improve my skills and share my knowledge with others. Acrylic on canvas and watercolor are my primary mediums, mostly florals.