Our Tampa, FL - West Painting with a Twist Artists

Amanda Spurlock

Hi there! My name is Amanda Spurlock and I am a local artist from Clearwater, Fl. I have been an Art Instructor at Painting with a Twist since 2017. I am also a K-8th grade Art teacher. My love of art started as early as I can remember. I grew up learning from my Father, working in his studio/art gallery after school, and sitting in on his art classes. I always had a pencil in my hand and enjoyed drawing the world around me. Now, I am married with 2 amazing sons, that make everyday an adventure! My favorite thing about working at PWAT is putting my passion for teaching Art, and my love of laughter together to provide a fun "out of the ordinary" experience for everyone. Come paint with me and let your creativity and sweet dance moves come along for the party!

Ayleen

My name is Ayleen Veras, Step into my world of creativity! I’m an Industrial Designer by profession and a Visual Artist by passion, from Dominican Republic. Since 2018, I’ve been an Arts & Crafts instructor for adults and kids. Growing up as an artist, I developed a deep love for teaching others about art and culture, creating dynamic and valuable experiences. My background in industrial design has allowed me to merge art into various spaces, from furniture and set design to interior decor, graphic design, and illustration. As a muralist, I bring vibrant life to both indoor and outdoor spaces. My techniques: Graphite and charcoal drawing, pastels, acrylic, oil, watercolor, and clay sculpture.

Mr. Mike

It's the "Silver Fox" here, I'm a retired executive and part-time artist at PWAT! I enjoy the experience and I'm sure you will too. Come and Escape through FUN art and let me show you the way. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Mimi

Mimi Melendez a life-long artist with an unrelenting passion for creating art, be it paintings, sculptures, or graphic designs. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management & Marketing, allowing her to use her creative side in a professional business setting. Although most of Mimi’s previous art experience is focused on commercial work on a great variety of projects with many different mediums, materials, & tools, she is always refining her craft & endlessly curious about new ways to express a vision. Now that she’s returned to the US from having spent years abroad, she’s completed a Disney course in Imagineering & is completing an Oil on Canvas course at the Old Hyde Park Art Center.