Painting with Bats - Fall 2026
Sat, Sep 19
|Gainesville
Come on out to Lubee Bat Conservancy for a painting party AND private behind the scenes tour to meet some of the world’s giant fruit bats up close and personal! Local artist, Samm Wehman Epstein of Samm Wehman Art, will lead you as you paint your favorite pet! Spaces Limited!
Time & Location
Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Gainesville, 1309 NW 192nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609, USA
About the Event
🎨🦇 Painting with Bats
Join Lubee Bat Conservancy for a one-of-a-kind painting experience and behind-the-scenes bat encounter!
Local wildlife artist Samm Wehman Epstein of Samm Wehman Art will guide you step-by-step as you paint your favorite pet, animal, or bat. Before your visit, Samm will pre-sketch your chosen subject onto your canvas so you can focus on bringing your masterpiece to life. All art supplies are provided.
No painting experience is necessary! Samm will guide artists of all skill levels through the process.
The first three hours are dedicated to painting. Bats are not present during the painting session.
Once your artwork is complete, you'll enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with one of Lubee's bat experts. Meet some of the world's largest fruit bats, step inside select habitats, feed the bats, and learn about the important conservation work happening at Lubee. As an added bonus, attendees will be entered into…
Tickets
Painting with Bats - Fall 2026
Three hour painting class with a tour of Lubee Bat Conservancy.
$75.00
Goes on sale
Jul 01, 12:00 AM