Instructor: David Kinker

Biography: Grateful for the opportunity to live out the passions of his life, Bend, Oregon artist David Kinker feels equally at home guiding a raft full of adventurers through the most scenic rivers of the Northwest and beyond, as he does guiding the minds of aspiring artists, helping them discover their inner muse. David is well known for his murals in many regional landmarks such as the Tower Theater, Silver Moon Brewery, St Charles Medical Center, and many other locations. His colorful abstracts have won awards, and his river and canyon landscapes are glimpses into the beauty here in the Northwest. David's landscape paintings can be found at Tumalo Art Company in Bend's Old Mill. Many pieces of his artwork have been donated to help non-profits for social and environmental concerns throughout the community. See David's art on his website: https://www.kinker.com/

Classes by this instructor

Painting with Impact: Acrylics with David Kinker

Join renowned Central Oregon artist David Kinker: painter, muralist, art instructor and river enthusiast, for a creative adventure in acrylic painting! In this unique class, you'll learn to transform a flat surface into a window of depth, variety and colorful interaction. David will share his five visual harmonies: texture, value, analogous color, intensity and color interaction. These tools help landscapes come alive with energy and emotion. You'll explore how color is an extension of light and form, and gain confidence in mixing colors with control. Along the way, you'll discover how the psychology of sight can guide you in composing dynamic, visually compelling paintings.
February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026 | 5:30pm-8:30pm PST | Bend
April 1-29, 2026 | 5:30pm-8:30pm PDT | Bend