Welcome to Lace Finch Studios!
Hi, I’m Lace!
Welcome to my art studio!I’m a mural and installation artist who creates illusion murals and immersive 3D installations. I also teach experiential art classes including Materials Experiments, Paint w/Me classes, and an Acrylic Techniques Masterclass. I started this studio because I’m sick of everything being only screen deep. I want to make real art with real people and I needed a place to do it.
Here you’ll find warm friendly faces and a pretty cool place to make art.
Welcome to Lace Finch Studios
We’ve got a whole slew of things either happening or in the works and I’m sure you’ll find something you’d be into. Check out the lists below.
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We pull out a bunch of materials and play for a couple hours. If you’ve ever wanted to try a new material but not have to go out and buy all the supplies and find out you don’t like it or got the wrong thing… ugh! Come try it with us! Depending on the material, we’ve got a few different brands and accessories to try. We’ll test ‘em all out and talk about what we like and don’t like, what works and doesn’t.
Also, if you have stuff at home you don’t use, bring it by the studio! -
My version of a paint n sip. BYOB or whatever. We’ll either be painting your pet or a beach. (see listings for that classes theme) Either way is sure to be fun time. I promise, It’ll be easy. You can do it!
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BYOB and a friend to paint along w/ me! I love this class cuz I’m collaborating with local landscape photographers to use some of their best Lake Michigan beach and lighthouse shots as our reference. I’ll walk you through the whole process in simple and easy steps so anyone can get a great one of a kind painting of their favorite Lake Michigan Landmarks. If you’re lucky, you might even get to meet the photographer!
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This is my mega masterclass. Everything I’ve learned, grounded in experience, and molded for each class and each participant. We’ll walk through the entire painting creating process from a spark of an idea to a work of art on your wall. And best of all we’ll be learning it all while you paint something you might have tried anyway. You won’t be learning my style, you’ll be learning the fundamentals and techniques that will help you master your own style. You’ll complete a painting of your own design with gentle guidance to help you along the way. The pièce de résistance of this class is that it culminates in a group show in November that will showcase this work along side a couple of your before pieces. I can’t wait for you to see what 30 hours and a little guidance can do for your work!
***P.S. Scholarships are available! Inquire thru any of the forms on this site and we’ll see what we can do.
Community Events
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It’s our monthly open house and show opener, and it’s FREE lol
Stop in and see the new art. Maybe meet some new friends, play a game, or make a little thing. It’s sure to be a good time and we can’t wait to show you around! -
Sundays are great for a comfy spot by the window, a cozy blanket, your favorite sketchbook, and some tea (or coffee), and donuts.
Bring your favorite materials and sketch with us for a couple hours. You can RSVP online and help us cover the donuts or just show up, I’m sure we’ll have plenty to share.
Check the events list for dates, it’s two Sunday’s/month for now, from 2-4pm. See ya in the lounge 💜 -
You know that weird film you stumbled on on Tubi? I know you watched it, so did I LOL . Let’s watch some together. “Kin-Dza-Dza!”
PS: we vote for this weeks film in The Inner Circle. Join the fun! -
This is my mega masterclass. Everything I’ve learned, grounded in experience, and molded for each class and each participant. We’ll walk through the entire painting creating process from a spark of an idea to a work of art on your wall. And best of all we’ll be learning it all while you paint something you might have tried anyway. You won’t be learning my style, you’ll be learning the fundamentals and techniques that will help you master your own style. You’ll complete a painting of your own design with gentle guidance to help you along the way. The pièce de résistance of this class is that it culminates in a group show in November that will showcase this work along side a couple of your before pieces. I can’t wait for you to see what 30 hours and a little guidance can do for your work!
***P.S. Scholarships are available! Inquire thru any of the forms on this site and we’ll see what we can do.
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I’ve spent the last 10 years painting illusions and spaces that can’t or don’t exist in real life. Want a balcony with a custom view? Done. Wish you could knock out a wall so you can see the beach? I got you!
Looking for inside joke wall paper? I can do that too! LOLI specialize in making things that don’t exist yet from trompe l’oeil (trick the eye) fantasy murals, trippy anamorphic murals, 360 immersive murals, and even custom wall paper. Check out my murals page for examples or to reach out and start the process.