The Tire Swing

The Tire Swing

The old tire swing. We all had them. The memories come flooding back with this one! Come and paint “The Tire Swing” on an 11×14 canvas, in acrylic paint. Just follow along, step by step! Bring your own wine or favorite beverage, we’ll provide...
Sunset at Manhatten Beach

Sunset at Manhatten Beach

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...
TWO Paintings in ONE Class! Fall Watercolor Paintings

TWO Paintings in ONE Class! Fall Watercolor Paintings

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...
Paint the Northern Lights in Water Mixable Oil Paint

Paint the Northern Lights in Water Mixable Oil Paint

Many Minnesotans saw the Northern Lights this past November, and some captured beautiful photos of the reds and greens. Why not try your hand at painting them? If you’ve never tried water-mixable oil, you’re in for a real treat!  “Water-Mixable...
How to Paint Trees: May 2nd & May 9th Workshop

How to Paint Trees: May 2nd & May 9th Workshop

Like to attend paint along classes but always struggle with the trees? In this two-day workshop, learn the basics of painting trees in acrylic paint with Sara Porter. Day One: We will cover the various paint brushes and the effects used to paint different types of...