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Acrylic Painting - Winter 2027

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Registration ends Friday, 01/15/2027 11:59pm EST

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About This Event

Acrylic Painting

January 19–March 16, 2027 (9 weeks)
Tuesdays, 6–8 pm

$150 AAH Member
$160 Non-Member

In this class, learn the basics of acrylic painting, including color theory, color mixing, and painting techniques. Students learn about acrylic paint by working on a series of surfaces and projects, each allowing them to focus on a different technique and painting style. Using photos, still-life objects, and imagination, students will learn composition methods to create works of art worthy of display. Supplies are not included in the tuition fee.

Supply List

  • Pigment Tubes, including Zinc or Titanium White, Ivory Black, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Light, 
  • Naphthol Red, Burnt Sienna. (Students are welcome to bring other pigment tubes that they already have.)
  • Assorted brushes suitable for acrylic paints
  • Stretched canvas or canvas panel, either 8 x 10 inches or 16 x 20 inches
  • Plastic container for water
  • Plastic or paper palette
  • Writing utensil and eraser for sketching

Optional:
Journal for sketching ideas and thoughts prior to painting on the canvas
Roll of paper towels

Instructor: Carrie Feidt
Carrie Feidt is a freelance artist and art instructor based in central Pennsylvania. Her preferred media are watercolor and acrylic.

Age: 15+
Level: All levels
Capacity: 15 students

 

About This Event

Acrylic Painting

January 19–March 16, 2027 (9 weeks)
Tuesdays, 6–8 pm

$150 AAH Member
$160 Non-Member

In this class, learn the basics of acrylic painting, including color theory, color mixing, and painting techniques. Students learn about acrylic paint by working on a series of surfaces and projects, each allowing them to focus on a different technique and painting style. Using photos, still-life objects, and imagination, students will learn composition methods to create works of art worthy of display. Supplies are not included in the tuition fee.

Supply List

  • Pigment Tubes, including Zinc or Titanium White, Ivory Black, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Light, 
  • Naphthol Red, Burnt Sienna. (Students are welcome to bring other pigment tubes that they already have.)
  • Assorted brushes suitable for acrylic paints
  • Stretched canvas or canvas panel, either 8 x 10 inches or 16 x 20 inches
  • Plastic container for water
  • Plastic or paper palette
  • Writing utensil and eraser for sketching

Optional:
Journal for sketching ideas and thoughts prior to painting on the canvas
Roll of paper towels

Instructor: Carrie Feidt
Carrie Feidt is a freelance artist and art instructor based in central Pennsylvania. Her preferred media are watercolor and acrylic.

Age: 15+
Level: All levels
Capacity: 15 students

 

Getting There

Art Association of Harrisburg - Third Floor
21 N. Front St.
Harrisburg, PA 17101