The term "painting with paper" was first associated with artist Henry Matisse, who would say he was "drawing with scissors." Since then, paper has become much more prevalent in the world of fine art. Since the scrap booking trend hit the scene, we have had access to thousands of colors and patterns. Now, mixed media […]
Join us in painting a larger than life sunflower on a 16x20 canvas in acrylic paint. A more expressive style, you can make this your own or follow our outline. See project description for more details! This is a paint and sip style format--bring your own wine or favorite beverage if you wish, or enjoy […]
Paint your fall signboard before the air cools! Bring your favorite beverage and snacks if you wish, as we paint our signboards together, step by step. We provide a template for the bird and the cattail perch, so no drawing skills are necessary! Our seasonal signboards are a great front door welcome for your home! […]
Imagine a rusty bike full of sunflowers in its basket and put it on canvas. Every season has beauty in it, lets take the time to enjoy each one! This is a paint and sip format event, so bring your own wine or favorite beverage if you like! Or enjoy a coffee, tea or cocoa […]
The pig is back! Originally taught by the talented, local artist, Kathy Mann, Sara is continuing to teach a favorite painting that has lasted the test of time. Join us for a paint and sip style class with water-mixable oil paint, with the blend-ability and open work time minus the fumes! Bring your own favorite […]
Sip some hot cider* and paint along with us at Kicks, step by step, and we’ll have a great time! Hello, I’m Sara Porter, and I’m your painting instructor for our paint along classes at Kicks. I hope you like the options we have in September! Apple Orchards were always an annual activity for my […]
This painting just GLOWS with sunspots and metallic grasses. Join us for a creative evening in our studio, and imagine the sounds of nature while sipping a beverage and painting along, step by step. Hot Coffee, Tea, Cocoa and Cider will be available, but feel free to bring your favorite beverage and snacks! See project […]
Private party for Madeline -Highlander Cow in blue/grey
As the days get darker earlier, one way we light up our lives is with charming lamp posts, such as this one. This view of Manhatten Beach in Crosslake was originally painted by Kathy Mann, local artist and former instructor at Kicks. It's been a few years since we brought it out, but we think […]
Our new Fall Holiday Signboard is HERE! We went with a tad of spooky for October, but not TOO much, so you can enjoy your board through November. We are designing this new holiday signboard collection to coordinate with our seasonal signboards. While the seasonal signboards are 18" x 4 ft, these boards are 12" […]
Join us in painting "The Old Oak Tree," step by step, with Sara Porter. Bring your own favorite wine or beverage, or enjoy a hot coffee, tea, cocoa or cider on us! Snacks are always welcome as well. See Project Description for more details on this painting. Ages 16+ recommended. $45 Project Description: This painting […]
Don’t miss this paint along class with local artist and instructor, Sara Porter! Paint with her, step by step, and leave with two beautiful fall paintings. All materials are provided for this class! Loose watercolor painting is relaxed. We go with the flow… of the water…. get it? But seriously! It’s all about letting the […]