Outdoor Painting for Kids 2-Day Class @ Dubuque Arboretum

Tue, Aug 06

Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Outdoor Painting for Kids 2-Day Class @ Dubuque Arboretum

Name: Outdoor Painting for Kids 2-Day Class @ Dubuque Arboretum
Start: 2024-08-06T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-08-06T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Join us for this Outdoor Painting for Kids 2-day camp at the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with lead artist Mercedes. She will be teaching tricks and techniques for the art of Plein Air Painting! August 6th and 7th from 9am-12pm. (Recommended age 8+)

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Time & Location

Aug 06, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT

Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 3800 Arboretum Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA

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About The Event

Enjoy the fresh air while you learn how to 'Plein Air Paint' with Mercedes Pfab! Learn the tricks and techniques on how to paint what you see outdoors. We will set aside time for a small snack break half way through class.

PLEASE BRING:

- Old Blanket or Towel

- Water for drinking

- Snack

- Sun Hat

- SunScreen

- Sunglasses if preferred.

*THIS WILL BE A TWO DAY CLASS, FROM August 6th & 7th, 9AM-12PM EACH DAY.*

(Recommended age 8+)

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel 24 hours or more prior to the event, credit can be transferred to another event or put on hold for up to 3 months. If not used within the 3 months, credit will be lost.
Loss of payment will occur if no notification of cancellation occurs or if notification occurs with-in 24 hours prior to the event.
If an event has low attendance it may get CANCELLED. A notification will be sent out and option to transfer the credit to another event within 60 days will be offered.

Beverage Policy

We are a BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage) Studio. You may bring your own Beer or Wine if 21 years of age or older and must show I.D. No liquor allowed! Alchollic beverages can only be consumed within our store. Any open container with-in any other area in the mall is not allowed and can be subject to public intoxication.

Snacks Policy

We area a BYOS (Bring Your Own Snacks) Studio.

What do need to bring?

Not a thing, unless you wish to bring your own snacks or beverages (see terms & conditions for details). We supply everything to create the painting and supply aprons to cover your clothing! Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available to purchase in-store.

What to expect?

A fun and relaxing painting experience! No need for experience, we guide the painting set-by-step by a local artist so ANYONE can follow along!

Ages Requirements?

For our kids events we recommend ages 6 years or older. If child is young then 6, they can still participate if accompanied by an adult.

For our adult events, 16 years or older is recommended. If younger than 16, they can still participate if accompanied by an adult.

Do I Tip The Artist/Staff?

Tips are not expected, but if you really enjoyed your time at our studio and the artist/staff did a great job and was helpful, tips are greatly appreciated and let's us know we are doing a great job!

Do I need a reservation?

No, We offer all of our DIY activities, including ceramic painting, mosaics, splatter booth, wreath and candle making anytime during store hours. For GROUPS LARGER THAN 8 a call ahead is appreciated.

How long does the activity take?

As long you like! Typically plan 2 hours for most of our DIY activities. All depends on the project and detail you apply to a project! Splatter Booth is booked for 1 hour + setup time and cleanup.

How much does it cost?

Prices are listed on each project in the store. The only time an optional additional charge may apply is if you wish for a glossy finish applied to your ceramic.

When can I take the project home?

You can take the project home upon completion! This is a list of the itmes you would need to come back for

Candles, take 2 hours to set
Splatterbooth, takes about 2 hours to dry
Ceramics, ONLY IF you pay for the glossy finish. This typically is a 2-5 day turn around.

Can I take the project home and do it?

We offer a Take & Paint Kit for all of our ceramics! At no extra charge, you can pick out your ceramic and it will come with 5 paint colors, 2 paint brushes, color mixing guide, and a palette container

What if I don't complete the project when at the studio?

You will still need to take your project home with you and hopefully you can finish at home! If not, you can come back another day and pay a studio fee of $7 to complete your project.