Join us for a hands-on acrylic paint formulations workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own custom paints and mediums from scratch. Whether you’re new to painting or looking to expand your materials knowledge, this class will show you how to create exactly what you need for your artistic style.

Making paint isn’t rocket science - think of it like cooking. Once you understand the ingredients and how they work together, you can create endless variations tailored to your projects.

What You’ll Learn:
In this interactive session, you’ll explore how to make:

Gel medium
Matte medium
Gloss medium
Modeling paste
Custom textures and finishes
Pigmented acrylic paints
Pour paint
Custom acrylic paint blends

We’ll explore how different fillers, thickeners, pigments, retarders, and additives affect:

Texture
Viscosity
Sheen
Working time and
Cost

What’s Included:

A take-home kit with:
- Basic medium
- Thickeners and fillers
- Pigments
- Dispersing aid
- Retarder
Instructional guidance and reference information
Light refreshments and snacks

Class Details:

Date: Thursday, May 28th
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Douglas and Sturgess SF Store (upstairs classroom) 730 Bryant St. San Francisco CA 94107
Price: $195 per person

Instructor:
This workshop will be led by Arty, who will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating your own professional-quality materials.

Who It’s For:
Perfect for painters, mixed media artists, and makers who want more control over their materials and save money by creating their own.

Come ready to experiment, learn, and leave with the knowledge and materials to start making your own paints at home.