Sunday Acrylic painting workshop: Botanicals Up Close with Roland Colmus ( 28 Sep | 3-6PM)

About the workshop |

Welcoming all levels — from first-timers to seasoned artists!!

In this one-time workshop, you’ll bring a photo of your favorite plant and learn how to transform your close-up image into a unique acrylic painting. Our instructor, Roland Colmus will guide you step by step, helping you capture the textures, colors, and fine details that make nature so inspiring.

This class is designed for both art beginners and experienced painters alike. If you’re just starting your art journey and feel unsure, you can also follow along with a photo provided by Roland, with plenty of guidance every step of the way.

Come discover the beauty in the details and take home a painting that’s uniquely yours!

Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025

Time: 3:00 – 6:00 PM

Price: $50 (Without supplies, + service fee & tax)

$75 (With supplies provided, + service fee & tax)

Note:

• Recommended art supplies (if you plan to bring your own):

  Sketching pencils and eraser. Acrylic paints. Paint brushes. Canvas (11x14 or 12x16). Pallet for mixing colors.

• Our studio is eco-conscious and AC-free. Please wear light, comfortable clothes to stay cool.

• Feel free to bring your favorite drink to enjoy while you paint!

Meet our art instructor |

Roland Colmus

Roland Colmus has nurtured a lifelong passion for art, a calling that first took root in his early years and flourished during his studies at the Maryland College of Art and Design. His creative journey led him into teaching, where he shared his love of art with students from preschool through high school. While raising a family, he balanced life’s responsibilities with part-time artistic endeavors, often giving back to his community through murals, stage scenery, and commissioned works.

Over the years, Roland’s projects have spanned a wide range—from murals in schools and libraries to a hand-painted barn flag, stage set designs, and a collaborative mural at Sunrise Shack Sharks Cove alongside his daughter. Working in oils, watercolors, and most recently acrylics, he is especially drawn to pieces that carry spiritual or religious meaning.

Now based on Oʻahu, Roland finds daily inspiration in the islands’ natural beauty, from their rich marine life to their lush landscapes and cultural vibrancy. His artwork embodies a reverence for these surroundings, honoring both the intricate details of Hawai‘i’s environment and the spirit of its people. He feels deeply grateful to play even a small role in celebrating the beauty of the islands.

Whether reflecting on themes of faith or capturing intimate details of island life, Roland’s art is guided by gratitude, curiosity, and a sense of wonder—an invitation for others to see the world with fresh eyes.