Registration opens in late December — save your spot early
If you're ready to start the new year with creativity, color, and a laid-back Key West vibe, my 2026 paint-and-sip classes are officially on the calendar. These sessions are beginner-friendly, fun, and packed with the same painting tips I use in my own studio practice.
No stiff lectures. No pressure. Just good company, island inspiration, and simple techniques that help you make a painting you’re proud of.
What Makes These Classes Different
In every class, I sprinkle in real painting strategies—things like color mixing shortcuts, brush handling, layering tricks, and composition adjustments that make your painting stronger. These are the same approaches I use when I’m working on my own pieces.
Students tell me this is what sets these classes apart. You get the fun of paint-and-sip and you learn something you can use again.
What You Can Look Forward To
Classes run on Tuesday afternoons, 1:30 to 4-ish, January through March.
All materials are included—just show up and enjoy.
A few of the 2026 subjects include:
Tropical parrotfish scene
Dinghy and distant islands
Blue Heaven Shower
Ft. Zach beach scene
Sunflowers with palette knife details
Rooster painting
Water lily pads
Royal poinciana tree
Plus monthly Painter’s Choice & Next Level sessions
And a Special Pet Portrait class on January 24
Every painting is designed to be approachable for beginners, with lots of room for creativity if you want to add your own twist.
How to Register
Registration opens late December, and classes tend to fill quickly.
The best way to stay in the loop is to join my email list—subscribers always get first access to class links.
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A Creative Winter You’ll Actually Look Forward To
If you're craving a weekly dose of color, community, and new skills, these classes are a great way to ease into the winter season. You’ll leave each week with a finished painting, a couple of new techniques, and that relaxed, refreshed feeling you get when you make something with your hands.
Can’t wait to paint with you in 2026.
About the Artist
Maggie Ruley is a studio artist living in Key West, Florida. Her colorful, island-inspired acrylic paintings celebrate the charm, light, and character of Key West life. Maggie’s work is collected worldwide and can be found in island homes near and far.
She has been featured in The Key West Citizen, New York Daily News, and other publications.
Visit her studio and gallery, Maggie Ruley ~ Island Inspirations, at
www.maggieruley.com
