The Process of Acrylic Painting with Todd Bachta
Thursdays, Oct. 16 – Nov. 20, 2025, 6:00-8:00pm
Ages/Levels: 16+, All levels
Cost: $185 members, $195 non-members
In this 6-week series you will learn the process of applying acrylic in layers to produce depth and richness that translates into representational art. First, we will focus on establishing value mapping in a painting using a monochromatic palette. Then, learn how to use transparent and semi-transparent color glazes of acrylic, allowing the value that has been established underneath to show through. This class is for the beginner as well as the intermediate painter.
About the Teacher
Todd Bachta was born in upstate New York. He is a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology where he majored in Illustration/Graphic Design. After graduation, he spent many years working in the advertising world and doing freelance illustration.
He has since received his masters from Syracuse University in Art Education. Todd teaches drawing and painting classes at East Syracuse Minoa High School where he fully enjoys passing on his creative knowledge and experiences with student artists pursuing a career in the art field.
Todd’s artwork has shifted to more fine art subject matter but still maintains the influence of his illustration background. He works in various mediums such as charcoal, pen & ink, and acrylic. Todd’s studio is located in Auburn, NY.
Artwork is available to buy on his website: www.toddbachta.com and also on www.fineartamerica.com.