Paint Your Pup for Fun! Acrylic Painting - Beginner Intermediate
Create a Pet Portrait in Castle Rock and Celebrate the Companionship You Love
Celebrate your furry friend through art and a pet portrait in this self-directed/semi instructed acrylic paint class. With individual instruction and color suggestions from instructor Karen Moser, you will learn to blend color, study value, and bring your dog’s personality to life on canvas. Each participant receives a pre-sketched canvas of their dog’s face or upper body to make the process easy and fun. This semi-guided workshop is perfect for beginners and hobby painters who want to explore creative expression while enjoying a hands-on painting experience at Tri Arts Project in Castle Rock. You will leave with a ready-to-hang painting and new skills you can be proud of.
What You'll Learn
- Exercise self-direction while creating a colorful and ready to hang acrylic mini painting of your pup
- Demonstrate a value study to understand light and shadow in your artwork
- Practice color mixing techniques to achieve vibrancy and contrast
- Experiment with brushwork and layering for added texture and expression
- Gain confidence working independently with gentle, one-on-one guidance
Schedule & Location
- Your class will start on: November 15, 2025
- Your class will end on: November 15, 2025
- Schedule:
Saturday from 12 – 2:30 p.m. November 15, 2025
Class Cost & Materials
*Â Supplies are incuded with your registration fee unless noted otherwise.
Please email a clear headshot of your dog to the instructor one week before class. Wear comfortable clothing that can get a little messy, and bring an apron or smock if you have one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have painting experience before taking this class?
No experience is needed. The instructor provides color guidance, individual feedback, and a pre-sketched canvas to help you feel confident and supported throughout the session.
What do I do to help with closure for my pet?
Art can be a comforting way to express love and find closure after losing a pet. During this class, many participants paint in memory of a beloved animal. The process of painting helps transform grief into creativity and connection, giving you space to honor your pet through color and reflection.
Will I finish my painting during class?
Yes. You will complete a ready-to-hang acrylic painting of your dog by the end of class, and you will take home new painting skills to continue practicing on your own.