Coffee & Canvas

Saturday Workshop with Efren Obeso

  • In This Workshop, You'll Learn:

    Join us for a cozy and creative mixed media workshop inspired by coffee culture, everyday objects, and playful composition. Using coffee cups as inspiration, students will explore acrylic paint, collage, texture, and layered mixed media techniques in a relaxed studio environment.


    Students will learn how to build expressive compositions through layering, color, texture, and material experimentation while creating artwork that feels personal and contemporary.


    Each student will leave with a finished mixed media painting, new creative techniques, and a fun community-centered experience.

    Complimentary coffee sponsored by Better Buzz 🐝 so you can sip, paint, and create throughout the workshop!

  • Supply List

    This is a studio workshop and students will be using the supplies they bring.

    • acrylic paints and brushes
    • palette knife
    • 1-2 substrates like mixed media paper or canvas (any small size like 9x12 or 12x12)
    • collage materials
    • markers and/or pencils
    • texture tools
    • glue or matte medium,
    • quality paper towels like Viva or Blue Shop
    • Bring a coffee cup from home to use as a reference or creative use
  • Saturday Workshop Info:

    • Sat, July 25th from 11:00am-2:30pm
    • Instructor: Efren Obeso
    • Cost $115
    • Max 12 students
    • Level 1 (introduction) or Level: 2 (intermediate)
    • Age level: adult (18 & up)
    • Parking Info
  • If You Enjoyed This Workshop...

    Artists who have taken this workshop may also want to explore taking the seasonal class offering of Luminous & Luxurious Layers on Thursday evenings with Efren.

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About the Instructor

Efren Obeso

Efren Obeso is a San Diego mixed media artist and Assistant Gallery Director at Art on 30th. His work explores personal expression, layered textures, acrylics, spray paint, and mixed media techniques. Efren is passionate about helping students build confidence, experiment with materials, and discover their own creative voice in a welcoming studio environment.

Instructor Website

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