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Brushes & Birds: Toucan Tote!

Sat., January 17 | 10:30 am – 1 pm | Members $40; Non-Members $45
All materials and National Aviary General Admission included 

For the FIRST-TIME EVER, participants will paint their design directly onto an eco-friendly tote bag!

Join Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas (mariasIdeas.com) for a creative, new-twist on our fan-favorite painting class. Designed for painters of all ages and abilities, follow Maria’s step-by-step instructions to paint a portrait of a well-loved National Aviary resident, like our resident Toco Toucans.

Brushes & Birds classes are open to participants 8 years and older. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. No prior drawing skills necessary; a tracer will be provided!

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January 17 @ 10:30 am - 1:00 pm

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