Do I need painting experience?

No—this is a step-by-step acrylic workshop designed for beginners and casual painters; the instructor demonstrates throughout.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 14 years old to join this class.

Is the space wheelchair accessible?

The class is held on a second floor; stairs are required to reach the studio.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refund for cancellations made 24 hours or more before class. Same-day cancellations receive a gift certificate; no-shows are not refunded.

Are supplies included?

Basic supplies are typically provided, but check the booking link for specifics and bring any preferred brushes or paints if instructed.

What language is the class taught in?

Instruction and demonstrations are provided in English.

Acrylic Tree Dance with Susan Stone in Port Royal: Paint the Wind | Workshop | Guided Tour

Port Royal, South Carolina feels like place where live oaks lean into the breeze, and that atmosphere is what you bring to canvas in Dancing Trees in the Wind—Acrylic, a lively three-hour painting class led by instructor Susan Stone. Held on the second floor of a small studio in Port Royal, this guided session turns the movement of branches and coastal light into bold acrylic marks. The experience is part art lesson, part communal experiment: eight students working alongside an instructor who paints in real time as a model for color, rhythm, and brushwork.

The key features of the scene are immediate: a compact studio space with natural light, easels set in a semicircle, and the instructor’s demonstration piece that charts the class from underpainting to expressive, finished tree. The subject is the tree itself—Live Oak silhouettes, drifts of Spanish moss, and the pull of sea air—rendered in thick acrylic strokes. Expect to explore mark-making, layering, and color mixing on medium-sized panels while Susan guides pacing and composition. No prior experience is required; beginners and casual painters thrive here thanks to step-by-step instruction and small class size.

What makes this offering special in Port Royal is its direct conversation with local landscape character. Rather than a generic still-life, the class channels the region’s coastal flora and blustery skies into a practice that’s both place-based and playful. Susan Stone’s approach—painting along as students paint—creates a live demonstration that demystifies technique while encouraging personal interpretation. The format suits artists who want to loosen up, visitors who want a creative keepsake, and locals who wish to deepen their observational skills.

Practical details matter: classes run three hours, are open to ages 14 and up, and accommodate up to eight participants on a second-floor space (note the stairs). Cancellations made 24 hours in advance receive a full refund; same-day cancellations qualify for a gift certificate. Bring curiosity; basic supplies are typically provided, but check the booking link for specifics. This is an ideal indoor alternative when weather is changeable, or a creative capstone to a day wandering Port Royal’s historic streets. For lovers of tactile media and coastal character, this workshop offers a short, immersive way to translate wind, bark, and light into colorful, personal paintings.

Beyond technique, the class connects to Port Royal’s outdoor life: students often sketch live oaks they passed in nearby parks or capture marsh light glimpsed during a pre-class walk. Susan Stone’s conversational teaching invites discussion about local plants and seasonal color, making the workshop a bridge between studio practice and the region’s natural character. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or living locally, Dancing Trees in the Wind—Acrylic provides a compact, memorable creative experience. Reserve your easel.

About The Arts Port Royal

The Arts Port Royal is a creative arts studio and education center located in Port Royal, South Carolina.

The organization offers an extensive schedule of workshops, classes, and open studio sessions designed for artists at every skill level. Instructors include practicing local artists and experienced teachers who lead sessions in acrylics, oil, mixed media, collage, drawing, color theory, and mindful creativity. Classes combine technique demonstrations, hands-on practice, and constructive feedback in small-group formats that prioritize individualized attention. Offerings span introductory courses such as Beginner Acrylics and Drawing for Beginners, specialized workshops like Yupo Paper Workshop and Wire Wrapping, and thematic experiences including Abstract Expressionism, Under the Oaks plein air sessions, and nature-inspired programs set in the Low Country. The Arts Port Royal also presents wellness and personal growth experiences such as Reiki, Creative Mindfulness, astrology introductions, and guided shaman journeys. Events range from single-session workshops to recurring monthly meetings like Art Club. The studio maintains transparent class descriptions, clearly stated schedules, and registration details to support visitors planning attendance. Located in Port Royal, the studio draws participants from nearby Beaufort County and the Low Country region. The Arts Port Royal emphasizes safe, inclusive learning spaces and accessible materials guidance for both beginners and returning students. The business’s public schedule and class list make it easy to discover current offerings. For those seeking hands-on art learning, creative community, or restorative art experiences in Port Royal, The Arts Port Royal provides a broad, reliably curated selection of classes and workshops and events.