Glowing Cityscapes Painting Workshop 11/8

Glowing Cityscapes Painting Workshop with Vanessa Lacy

Join Kansas City artist Vanessa Lacy in her Crossroads studio for a unique workshop dedicated to capturing the city's luminous beauty. On Saturday, November 8th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., you'll learn the secrets behind her signature glowing cityscapes.

This class is a deep dive into color theory and paint application, focusing on how to use a dynamic combination of brushstrokes and palette knife work to create light and atmosphere. Vanessa will demonstrate her process by recreating her piece, "Candied KCMO," a stunning golden hour scene.

The workshop includes:

• An artist demonstration of color mixing and paint application.

• An 11" x 14" canvas pad with a cityscape already sketched out in pencil. This allows you to skip the drawing phase and focus on the fun of color mixing and painting.

• Personalized instruction as you work on your own piece.

To make the most of your time, please plan to bring a reference photo of a sunrise, sunset, or golden hour city scene. If you prefer to paint your own composition, you can bring an 11" x 14" canvas with your drawing already sketched out. Or you can choose to use a canvas provided by Vanessa which will be already sketched out with an image of "Candied KCMO."

There will be a lunch break from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. so you can relax, explore the nearby Crossroads restaurants, or even enjoy the exhibitions at the Leedy Voulkos Art Center, located just below the studio.

Workshop Details

• Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2025

• Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

• Location: Vanessa Lacy's Studio, 2012 Baltimore Ave, Suite 203, Kansas City, MO 64108

Studio Access: You can enter through the Leedy Voulkos Art Center (2012 Baltimore Ave) when it opens at 11 a.m. Staff can direct you to the second-floor stairs. Alternatively, you can enter directly through the studio door at 2016 Baltimore Ave by calling Vanessa Lacy to be let in.