Family Crest Workshop at the Presidio Theatre

Bring your creativity — and your whole family — for an afternoon of color, connection, and fun. In this open studio-style session, San Francisco artist Rhonel Roberts will share basic acrylic painting techniques while guiding you through the design of your own family crest or coat of arms.

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Once reserved only for nobility in medieval Europe, coats of arms represented lineage, heritage, and achievement. A knight’s shield displayed his family’s honor, while the helmet carried a crest as a symbol of recognition. Today, we can reinterpret this timeless tradition in a fresh way — celebrating not how it began, but how we carry our family’s story forward.

In this workshop, you’ll give the tradition a modern, playful twist — creating a crest that reflects your family’s unique values, dreams, and symbols. Whether you paint animals, colors, or emblems that matter most, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind creation and memories to last a lifetime.

What to Expect

• A relaxed, creative space with music, colorful balloons, and room for snacks you bring from home
• Step-by-step tips and guidance from Rhonel as families paint together
• Take-home artwork: a finished 16×20 crest, rolled up and ready to frame

All Supplies Included

Strathmore watercolor paper, acrylic paints, brushes, pencils, and more

Workshop Details

• Open to adults and children ages 5+
• Children under 11 are free
• $25 per adult | $10 for ages 12–18
• Capacity: 10–15 families (25–35 participants)
• Wear a painting shirt you don’t mind getting messy
• Register via [Eventbrite]

About the Instructor

Rhonel Roberts is known for his vibrant acrylic poster art, often created with blue masking tape on watercolor paper. His work is showcased in Bay Area galleries, hospitals, and private collections. With warmth and joy, Rhonel makes every project feel welcoming and inspiring.

In our contemporary world, we can all pursue greatness for our families and the future. Let’s take this opportunity to design something meaningful — a crest that celebrates your journey and the symbols that matter most.