Do I need painting experience?

No—this class welcomes all skill levels and focuses on fingertip blending and palette-knife techniques that are simple to pick up.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 14 years old.

Are supplies provided?

The instructor provides guided instruction and demonstration; confirm with the operator whether paints and supports are included or if you should bring your own.

Is the studio accessible?

The listing notes the workshop is on a second floor; check with the operator about elevator access if needed.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refunds are available for cancellations made 24 hours or more before class; same-day cancellations receive a gift certificate instead.

How big is the class?

Group size is limited to eight students for focused instruction and space to work with palette knives.

fingerprint-and-palette-knife-sky-and-water-study-port-royal | Workshop

On the South Carolina coast, Port Royal’s lowcountry light refracts across salt marshes and tidal creeks—an atmosphere that’s more than background; it’s the core lesson of Sky & Water Study in Acrylic. In this three-hour studio class on the second floor, artist-instructor Susan Stone guides a small group through cloudscapes and lake studies using only fingertips and a palette knife. No brushes are required: fingertips produce the soft gradations of clouds and mist, while the palette knife cuts reflective planes into calm water. The class is compact—limited to eight students—and intentionally tactile. Susan begins with fingertip blending to create horizons and soft sky washes, then introduces palette-knife strokes to suggest marsh grasses, distant tree lines, and ripples on a bayou. Participants work on acrylics that dry fast, so instruction emphasizes quick decisions, layering, and controlled texture to capture the unique coastal light of Port Royal and adjacent Beaufort waterways. All skill levels are welcome; beginners gain surprise confidence, while experienced painters explore fresh marks and surface structure. What sets this offering apart is how the technique mirrors local landscape features. The salt marshes’ flat planes, the horizontal banding of marsh, creek, and sky, and the reflective tidal channels translate perfectly into palette-knife strokes and fingertip blends. That direct link between place and process turns a studio hour into an observational practice: students learn to see the coast in planes and textures rather than picturesque details. Practical details are straightforward. The class runs roughly three hours; participants should be 14 or older. The studio sits on a second floor (accessibility note provided), group size is eight, and cancellations made 24 hours ahead receive full refunds. The meeting point is not specified in the listing—confirm check-in details with the operator before arrival. Bring clothes you don’t mind getting paint on and a willingness to experiment; Susan supplies guided instruction and demonstration. Artists and curious travelers alike will find value here. For visitors who’ve walked the nearby salt marsh boardwalks or watched fog lift off tidal creeks, this workshop offers a hands-on translation of that scenery into paint. It’s an efficient, sensory way to take home a piece of Lowcountry light—a practical creative stop between outdoor tides and historic streets. Because the workshop emphasizes texture and economy of mark-making, students leave with practical skills they can apply outdoors: rapid studies sketched on small panels during golden hour, or quick color notes for later studio work. If you’re visiting Port Royal to kayak salt creeks or photograph wading birds, this class is a low-effort way to sharpen observation skills and bring coastal color studies home. Space is limited; book via the referral link and confirm arrival instructions—the exact meeting point is not listed yet.

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.