Crash Course Series

All classes are held on a Saturday.

The Crash Course Series introduces our diverse products to people that want to work with raw materials. Each segment focuses on a particular type of paint, and they can be taken in any order. We demonstrate basic methods step-by-step, discuss recipes and ratios, and empower paint-makers of all abilities.

Like cooking, making paint is a “simple” technique that gets refined with practice. If you have only ever painted with pre-made gesso and paint, come to a "Crash Course" to see what hand-made paint is all about. It's as different as a home-cooked meal compared to fast-food. This class is beginner-friendly. No judgement if your not interested in making ALL of your own paint! This is a demo/lecture class, not hands-on. Bring your notebook, camera, and all your technical questions!

You’ll get 10% off your purchases the day you take a class.

There is a limit of 20 people for each Crash Course. Your enthusiasm for our workshops means that these will inevitably fill up quickly.

Payment of the class fee reserves your spot. If you would like to join a class, click on the title links below for each one that you want to take. We’ll email you a link to pay.

We need you to know:

  • Our store is wheelchair accessible but our basement classroom is not.
  • Cancel for a refund for store credit by the Wednesday before the class date.
  • “No-shows” without cancelation in advance cannot be refunded.
  • Sorry but we cannot extend the workshop time to give you more time to make paint.