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Watermixable Oils (6 weeks)

with Jill Shaffer

August 11th to September 15th, 2026

$150 More Info

Watermixable Oils with Jill Shaffer

Six Tuesdays: August 11th, 18th, & 25th and September 1st, 8th & 15th

1:00pm - 3:00pm

This class is for beginners and experienced painters. Learn to mix your colors and learn a new medium with easy cleanup! Bring with you: apron, sketchbook, photo (PRINTED) that you want to paint, and any bristle or synthetic brushes. We will provide: paint cloths, paint & canvas. 

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Paint and Pour Landscape

with Tayleen Theisen

June 28th, 2026

$65 More Info

Paint and Pour Landscape with Tayleen Theisen

Sunday June 28 * 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us for a paint and pour class inspired by the paintings of Shirley VanBenschoten.  A fine arts graduate of Sienna Heights University art program, she resided in Tecumseh and was president of the Lenawee Council for the Visual Arts when it became the Adrian Center for the Arts. Using acrylic paint mixed with pour medium you will create an abstracted landscape. This class is perfect for those who love nature and thinking outside the box.

 

Ages 13+

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Pastel Plus (6 weeks)

with Jill Shaffer

September 22nd to October 27th, 2026

$145 More Info

Pastel Plus with Jill Shaffer

Tuesdays: September 22nd & 29th; October 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th

1:00pm to 3:00pm

Creativity is in the air at Acorn Studios...join this class and learn new techniques and tips in using the medium of Soft Pastel. You will be introduced to several types of paper, also using Pastel as a "wet" medium. 

Bring to class: Any soft pastels you have on hand, a printed photo for reference, & an apron. ACA will provide: paper, soft pastels, paint cloths & easels. 

Ages 16+

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Step-by-Step Beach Scene in Watercolor

with Lynne Morea

August 10th, 2026

$50 More Info

Step-by-Step Beach Scene in Watercolor with Lynne Morea

Monday, August 10th * 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Create a 5x7 beach landscape capturing costal scenery. Learn to paint wet on wet skies and dry brush techniques to create waves and sand. 

All supplies included by instructor.