Member Event
Utilizing Acrylic Textures with Samantha Williams-Chapelsky
Utilizing Acrylic Textures with Samantha Williams-Chapelsky
Join an acrylic texture demo with abstract landscape artist Samantha Williams-Chapelsky. Samantha will offer a close-up look at the expressive potential of acrylics. She will walk viewers through building dimensional surfaces, showing how gels, pastes, and confident toolwork with one palette knife can create striking tactile effects.
The session moves at a leisurely, observational pace, inviting viewers to absorb techniques without the pressure to follow along. By the end, you’ll have a clear sense of how to awaken your own acrylic textures with fresh curiosity and bold material play.
Materials
GOLDEN Fluid Acrylics: Phthalo Blue Red Shade, Titan Buff, Quinacridone Magenta, Nickel Azo Yellow
GOLDEN Heavy Gel Mediums: Heavy Gloss
GOLDEN Molding Pastes: Molding
Opus Essential Paper Palette Pad 9" x 12"
Italian Palette and Painting Knives: #15
Pebeo Clear-Primed Linen Canvas Panels: 20x20cm
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This event is for Opus Members — thank you for being part of the creative community!
Hosted by Opus Art Supplies & our Experience leader
Samantha Williams-Chapelsky is a highly experienced and respected visual artist and instructor, holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with distinction from the University of Alberta, where she majored in painting and art history. Over the past two decades, she has exhibited widely, with her acrylic and oil works held in numerous corporate, private, and public collections, and represented in galleries across Canada and the United States. As an instructor and materials specialist in acrylics, oils and mixed media, she brings deep technical knowledge and a passion for materiality — especially texture — to her teaching. Her approach to painting emphasizes expressive abstraction of natural landscapes, using tools such as palette knives, brooms, and paste media on birch panels to build rich surface textures and evoke emotional resonance. She works as a demo artist for several artist-material companies and as a professional artist, lecturer, and instructor.Website: samanthawilliamschapelsky.com
Instagram: @samanthawilliamschapelsky
Facebook: @artSWC
YouTube: @samanthawilliams-chapelsky
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to register in advance?
Yes—most events require registration to reserve your spot. Free demos with limited space can fill up quickly, so we recommend signing up early.
What’s included in a paid vs free event?
Paid events may include hands-on instruction, materials, and exclusive product offers. The details will be listed on the event page.
Free events may include a short, informative session led by an artist—perfect for picking up techniques, learning about materials, and sparking inspiration. You’re welcome to paint along, but it’s not required.
Will I get a recording if I miss an online event?
No. These demos are live-only. If recorded, the footage is gifted to the artist and not shared publicly.
Can I attend an online event if I don’t live in BC?
Yes! Our online events are open to artists across Canada and beyond.
Where are events held?
We host events both in-store at select Opus locations and online via Zoom or other platforms. The location and format will always be clearly stated.
I registered but didn’t receive a confirmation email. What should I do?
Check your junk or spam folders first. If you’re still unsure, email Pamela Mark at pmark@opusartsupplies.com to confirm your registration.
What’s the difference between free and paid events?
Free events are short, demo-based sessions led by professional artists—great for inspiration and learning.
Paid events offer deeper, hands-on instruction with more time, materials, or exclusive access. They’re ideal for artists looking to grow their skills.
Some paid events are free or discounted for Artist and Creative Tier Members.
Is it okay to ask questions during the demo?
Absolutely. Use the community chat to ask demo-related questions. Our host will relay them to the artist as time allows.
When will I be let in from the Zoom waiting room?
We open the room right at the start time. Arrive a couple of minutes early to avoid delays.
How can I apply to be a demo artist?
We love connecting with artists who teach and inspire. Apply here to share your skills in an upcoming demo.