Skills & Techniques Workshop: Shadows & Light Sources with Acrylic Paint

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm UTC-05:00

1025 Buffalo St, Conneaut, OH, United States, Ohio 44030 | Conneaut

Conneaut Arts Center
Publisher/HostConneaut Arts Center
Skills & Techniques Workshop: Shadows & Light Sources with Acrylic Paint
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Join Instructor Chris Davis for this two-day workshop covering different techniques on painting shadows from light sources. This class will also touch on color mixing, blending, and layering with Acrylic Paints.
In this class, Chris will demonstrate how to create shadows and highlights in artwork in various scenarios, such as in still life compositions and in basic landscapes. Participants will practice the techniques demonstrated and Chris will help where needed. Chris will also address common painting mistakes and how to correct them.
For the first session, participants will learn how to paint a simple still life object with varying light sources at different angles. Chris will demonstrate a handful of techniques and different ways to achieve results.
For the second session, participants will expand of these skills and will learn how to create shadows in a landscape based on sun/moon light sources.
This is a beginner friendly class, no prior experience is required. All supplies necessary for the class are provided.
Dates: Thursdays February 5 & 12, 2026 at 6pm-8pm
Ages: 18+ (Children age 8+ are able to take the class if accompanied by a responsible adult who is also taking the class).
Cost: $40 ($37 for CAC Members).
Location: Conneaut Arts Center (1025 Buffalo St. Conneaut, OH 44030)
Registration: https://www.conneautartscenter.com/art-classes
*Please note that you must be pre-registered before the start of class to take this class. Register by signing up online, calling the Conneaut Arts Center at 440-593-5888, or by stopping in during business hours.
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