Painting Experience at the Water's Edge ~ Clearwater Florida

Enjoy a beginner-friendly guided watercolor class outdoors at Clearwater Beach, with artist Dana Childs. A casual, fun guided watercolor/acrylic class for students and beginners, held outdoors on the beach. About the class Let Your Creativity Wash Ashore! A Gulf Coast Watercolor & / or Acrylic Painting Experience with Artist Dana Childs Spend a relaxing, creative day immersed in the beauty of the Gulf Coast! Join professional watercolor and acrylic artist Dana Childs for a fun, hands-on painting class where you'll learn new techniques while creating your own interpretation of the coastal scenery. What to Expect: • A Warm Welcome & Introduction: Get acquainted with your inner artist, materials, and the painting experience. • Learn & Explore: Enjoy step-by-step instruction, helpful demonstrations, and practical tips for working with watercolor and acrylics. • Find Your Creative Style: Use the beautiful beach environment as inspiration to create your own unique interpretation of the Gulf Coast. • Relax & Create: Enjoy a laid-back, encouraging atmosphere where creativity takes center stage. No two paintings need to be alike! • Take Home Your Artwork: Leave with an original piece of art, new skills, and the confidence to keep creating. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to have fun! Come for the coastal inspiration, stay for the creative adventure, and leave with a little piece of the Gulf Coast made by you! To learn more about the instructor, best known for her outdoor art experiences near Lake Tahoe, go to www.dlauren.org When and where • Date: Saturday, November 22, 2026 • Location: Clearwater Beach, Florida • Meeting point: The entrance to the actual physical Pier 60—not just the park. What to bring • Your desired medium: watercolor or acrylics • A painting board (clipboard) or plein air box • Brushes, water buckets, paper, canvas or wood painting surfaces, and rags • Paper towels; sponges if desired • Personal-care items as desired, such as a camp chair, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, shade umbrella, snacks, and water to drink and paint with