Painting in Acrylics: Golden Forest

Acrylic painting of golden trees

Painting by Instructor Aryn Lill

Date

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Fee

$85 member/$105 non-member, includes Arboretum admission and supplies to use in class

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Program location: Farm at the Arb - McVay Learning Lab (in the Bee Center)

Age

Adult 18+

Skill level

All levels welcome

Instructor: Aryn Lill, art Instructor and artist who is passionate about helping others on their artistic journey.

Want to start painting but don't know where to begin? Have you done a little painting but want to grow and learn? This nature-inspired class is designed to help you get acquainted with basic supplies, develop observation of shape, color theory, layering, and blending techniques. As you learn to paint with step-by-step guidance and additional individual instruction we will discuss the following concepts:

  • Learn fundamental skills of art including color theory, composition, perspective and shape
  • Discover why materials matter
  • Watch live demonstrations with plenty of time for questions and answers
  • Practice skills with a variety of painting tools supplied in class

Bring a sense of curiosity, adventure and a desire to tap into your creative side! 

Supplies: Provided by instructor.

Maximum participants
18
Arboretum entry instructions

We recommend that you enter the Arboretum via the back gate on 82nd St, not the main entrance on Hwy 5. This is the most direct route to access the Bee Center, and avoids potential delays when driving through the Arboretum.

Directions: 3210 W 82nd St, Chanhassen, MN 55317

If the Farm gate is not open, press the call button on the callbox, tell them which class you are here for, and an attendant will remotely open the gate for you. When the gate opens, drive ahead to the parking lot.

To exit the Farm gate on 82nd street, simply drive forward towards the gate until the motion sensor triggers it to open for you.

If you do wish to enter through the main Arboretum gate on Hwy 5, you can take 3-Mile Drive through the Arboretum and turn right on Peter Moe Drive to get to the Bee Center (this route may take an additional 15-20 minutes, so please plan accordingly).  Note: in winter months 3-mile Drive may be closed, please check before arrival.

Main Entry instructions:
You will receive a bar-code ticket for entry to the Arboretum in your email purchase confirmation. Present your ticket to the gate attendant as you enter the Arboretum.