Name: Acrylic Painting: Iconic Portraiture (Teens & Adults)
Start: 2026-01-24T13:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-01-24T15:00:00.000Z
Location: The Joslyn Art Museum

Saturdays: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21; 1–3 pm 
General Public: $144; Joslyn Members: $122.40
Immortalize someone special in your life by creating an iconic portrait using acrylic and gold leaf techniques. Drawing inspiration from Medieval and Renaissance art in the galleries, we will examine how elements such as the use of color, the subject’s posture, and what the subject wears and holds convey meaning. Students will create a finished portrait full of symbolism and flair!
Teaching Artist: Matthew Jones
Registration is closed.
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A person paints a colorful abstract face on a canvas at an art table, surrounded by paint supplies, reference photos, and easels. Another person works in the background. A name card labeled "Madi" is visible on the table.

Acrylic Painting: Iconic Portraiture (Teens & Adults)

Saturdays: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21; 1–3 pm General Public: $144; Joslyn Members: $122.40 Immortalize someone special in your life by creating an iconic portrait using acrylic and gold leaf techniques. Drawing inspiration from Medieval and Renaissance art in the galleries, we will examine how elements such as the use of color, the subject’s posture, and what the subject wears and holds convey meaning. Students will create a finished portrait full of symbolism and flair! Teaching Artist: Matthew Jones Registration is closed.

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