Acrylic Painting with Pat Smelkoff: Sandpipers

Capture the charm and movement of sandpipers as they dart along the water’s edge in this creative acrylic painting class. Using textured techniques and mixed media elements, you’ll paint a lively beach scene, then enhance it with real sand and shells to bring your shoreline to life.

We’ll focus on creating soft skies, reflective wet sand, and the quick, delicate movement of these coastal birds. You’ll learn how to layer acrylic paint for depth, add texture for dimension, and thoughtfully incorporate natural materials into your composition for a truly tactile finish.

Perfect for all levels, this class blends painting and texture in a fun, approachable way.

All supplies are provided, just bring your creativity and get ready to feel the beach beneath your brush!