Upcoming Classes and Workshops

Drawing the Biomes: Desert at Franklin Park Conservatory

Draw in nature while surrounded by the beautiful plant life of Franklin Park Conservatory. We will learn some basics of drawing, and then head over to the Desert Biome spaces in Franklin Park Conservatory. We’ll practice sketching in a fun, relaxed environment. No experience required, and all materials will be provided.

Saturday, March 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm. $50 per student, ($45 for FPC members). For adults and teens.

1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203

Cherry Blossom Paint and Sip at Franklin Park Conservatory

Celebrate cherry blossom season by painting colorful acrylic paintings inspired by spring trees. In this one-time workshop, we’ll practice the basics of acrylic painting. Learn techniques to create textured tree bark and mix vibrant color, while sipping on a glass of wine. This class is appropriate for painters of any level—no prior experience required!

Friday, April 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm. $55 per student, ($50 for FPC members). For adults and teens.

1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203

Seascapes Painting at the McConnell Arts Center

Create an oceanic landscape painting in this three-session class. We will practice the different components of a seascape painting from mixing colors to creating water and wave effects. Students are welcome to work in acrylic or oil paint.

Wednesdays, April 16 - April 30, 10:00am - 1:00pm. $95 per student. For adults and teens.

777 Evening St, Worthington, OH 43085 

Early Spring Flower Watercolors at Franklin Park Conservatory

Get inspired by tulips, daffodils and other early-spring flowers! In this one-time workshop, we will create a simple, colorful watercolor painting of spring flowers. We’ll mix drawing and painting and use exaggerated colors to create fun, stylized art. This class is appropriate for painters of any level—no prior experience required!

Sunday, April 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm. $50 per student, ($45 for FPC members). For adults and teens.

1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203

Start Strong: Create Vibrant, Layered Acrylic Paintings

Learn how to give your paintings a strong foundation by starting with a one-color underpainting in this virtual, on-demand class. Instead of being intimidated by a blank canvas, beginning with a one-color or tonal underpainting gives you a head start with the layout of your painting and helps create harmony with your colors. We’ll demystify this traditional painting technique and use it to create vibrant acrylic paintings.

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