Acrylic Painting Workshop – introduction to acrylic with Lorna Mackay, Sat 8 May 2027, 10-4pm, £139

Join our acrylic painting workshop in Scotland and discover how to work confidently with this vibrant and versatile medium. Led in a supportive, hands-on environment, this class is ideal for complete beginners and anyone looking to refresh or develop their painting skills—even if you have never picked up a brush before.

The workshop takes place in Killearn, a beautiful rural location in the heart of Scotland, conveniently situated within easy reach of Glasgow, Stirling, Edinburgh, and Helensburgh.

You will be guided through the essential foundations of acrylic painting, including materials, surfaces, colour mixing, and core techniques. We’ll also explore brush handling, palette knife techniques, and the use of acrylic mediums to create texture, depth, and expressive effects.

This acrylic painting workshop is designed to help you build confidence while developing practical skills you can continue to use in your own creative practice.

You will learn:

• How to get started with acrylic paint and set up your materials
• Essential colour mixing techniques for strong, balanced paintings
• How to use brushes and palette knives to create different effects and textures
• What materials and surfaces are best for acrylic painting

With a maximum group size of 10, you’ll benefit from plenty of individual guidance, practical tips, and personal attention throughout the session.

Included:
All materials, coffee/tea and lunch are provided.