Bad Art Club: Anti-Realism Portraits (Painting Lesson)

Leave perfection at the door and jump into the fun world of anti-realism portraits. In this class, there are no erasers today. Whatever you draw is what you paint, and that is part of the adventure. We will begin with loose expressive sketching that focuses on bold shape,s surprising proportions, and personality instead of accuracy.

Once the sketch is down, you will bring it to life with paint using color and brushwork to push the portrait even further away from realism. The goal is to let go, have fun, and embrace the happy accidents that make each piece unique.

This project encourages freedom, creativity, and a playful spirit. By the end, you will have a vibrant character filled portrait that celebrates imagination rather than perfection.

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Bad Art Club is a monthly creative program at PACE that invites artists, non-artists, and everyone in between to create without fear. There are no critiques, no grades, and no pressure to be "good". Just space to explore, express, experiment, and connect with fellow art lovers.

This is a judgment-free zone that celebrates imperfection, weirdness, boldness, and fun. All materials are provided, and each session is guided by a quirky theme or playful art prompt.