Join artist Andrew Cook in-store to try a brand new brush shape from Raphael Brushes using heavy body acrylics on Fabriano Artistico Paper. Meet the D-Brush! 2 brushes in one, this brush has a plethora of exciting features that will reduce the number of brushes you will need when painting - and when cleaning! Raphael is the oldest artist brush manufacturer in Europe. Since 1793 they have constantly innovated, but now, they have released a brand new shape. Andrew will be using Fabriano Artistico as the ideal surface for acrylic paints. Try for yourself and see the 7 different surfaces…
Read More »
Archives
Join Speedball demo artist and printmaker, Pável Acevedo, as he shares his passion and excitement for the art of printmaking. This two-hour lecture and demonstration will provide attendees with in-depth information about the block printing process from carving the block to printing the image. Learn about the wide range of Speedball inks, tools and accessories, giving insight to each product’s use and attributes. This demo is ideal for the beginner seeking the experience of pulling a print or the skilled printmaker looking to learn new tips and tricks! MEET THE ARTIST: Pável Acevedo Pável Acevedo is an independent printmaker with a strong…
Read More »
Join artist Kristen Brown for this demo that will show participants how to use Liquitex Glass Medium, to decorate a glass candle holder. Glass Medium is non-drip, ultra-durable, and allows you to personalize slick, non-porous surfaces like ceramics, glass, and porcelain. Mix with color to create a smooth, high-gloss finish that adheres to slick non-porous surfaces like glass. When heat set in an oven, it creates a glossy, scratch resistant surface. MEET THE ARTIST: Kristen Brown Kristen Brown is a San Francisco-based painter originally from Saskatchewan, Canada, and an artist for The Fine Art Collective. She has exhibited at the…
Read More »
Join artist Kristen Brown and make a postcard using Winsor & Newton Professional Water Colour™. Winsor & Newton is synonymous with exceptional watercolour. Whether working in the studio or packing up a small travel kit to hit the road, Professional Water Colour offers a range of 108 unique tube colours, as well as a wide array of mediums to help artists alter and enhance the characteristics of their work. MEET THE ARTIST: Kristen Brown Kristen Brown is a San Francisco-based painter originally from Saskatchewan, Canada, and an artist for The Fine Art Collective. She has exhibited at the de Young…
Read More »
Kickoff our month-long exhibit of 12 student works from the Live Oak Education Foundation’s second annual Jack Rabbit Student Art Contest. We’ll be hosting the students, their families, and anyone who would like to see the winning pieces on Friday, May 5th from 2:30 – 3:30pm at Palace Art & Office Supply in Capitola. The contest was open to TK-8th grade students from the Live Oak School District and received over 120 submissions from young artists of all ages. Winners were selected by a panel of judges: Beau Barcus LOSD Dad, creative power behind Ground Up Graphics, and designer of…
Read More »
Free Demo: Learn to Screen Print with Speedball®
Apr
13
2023
Join Speedball® Artist Alden Knight for a two-hour tabletop demo! He'll be joining us in-store to show off some of our favorite Speedball products and techniques for creating your own screen printed pieces. MEET THE ARTIST: Alden Knight "While most of my day-to-day involves printing art and designs for other people, creating original art and music is still a huge part of my life. For me, Odd Petals is about creating a community of tons of different types of artists, makers, and creatives by bringing them together through the art of screen printing." You can learn more about Alden here.…
Read More »
Join Toaa for a weekly painting workshop hosted on Zoom. Instructor: Toaa Dallo Instructor Contact Info: 831-332-9532 Cost: $35 If you’re curious about acrylics or are just looking for new inspiration and skills, try one of Toaa’s classes. Paint along with Toaa via Zoom as he guides you step-by-step in recreating a new work of art each week.
Read More »
Join Toaa for a weekly painting workshop hosted on Zoom. Instructor: Toaa Dallo Instructor Contact Info: 831-332-9532 Cost: $35 If you’re curious about oils, or if you just want to open up that old box of paints and have some fun, try one of Toaa’s classes. You will learn classical techniques from a modern perspective that will help you to explore your creative potential through the magic of painting. Paint along with Toaa via Zoom as he guides you step-by-step in recreating a new work of art each week.
Read More »
Join Toaa for a weekly painting workshop hosted on Zoom. Instructor: Toaa Dallo Instructor Contact Info: 831-332-9532 Cost: $35 If you’re curious about oils, or if you just want to open up that old box of paints and have some fun, try one of Toaa’s classes. You will learn classical techniques from a modern perspective that will help you to explore your creative potential through the magic of painting. Paint along with Toaa via Zoom as he guides you step-by-step in recreating a new work of art each week.
Read More »
Join Toaa for a weekly painting workshop hosted on Zoom. Instructor: Toaa Dallo Instructor Contact Info: 831-332-9532 Cost: $35 If you’re curious about oils, or if you just want to open up that old box of paints and have some fun, try one of Toaa’s classes. You will learn classical techniques from a modern perspective that will help you to explore your creative potential through the magic of painting. Paint along with Toaa via Zoom as he guides you step-by-step in recreating a new work of art each week.
Read More »