Discover Classes. Earn Rewards.

Drawing Classes Los Angeles

Upcoming schedule view

Unleash your creative side with a wide variety of drawing classes in Los Angeles. Learn the fundamentals of sketching, shading, and composition, and discover the joy of expressing yourself through art.

24 classes have spots left

Figure Drawing

Element Art Center @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

Immerse yourself in the art of Figure Drawing Class. Study the human form from a live model using graphite and charcoal, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for all skill levels. Join us for creative exercises and long poses to capture the beauty of the human body.

(18) All levels 18 and older

Self-Portrait Drawing

Element Art Center @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your inner artist and capture your unique essence in this engaging drawing workshop. Discover the art of self-portraiture as experienced instructors guide you through the process, teaching techniques to bring your features to life. No experience is necessary, just a desire to explore and create.

(18) All levels 18 and older

Draw Comic Book & Cartoon Characters (Adults)

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Unlock your inner cartoonist and bring your favorite characters to life in this beginner's class at Los Angeles City College. Learn fundamental drawing techniques like linear perspective and proportions as you sketch out your own comic book and cartoon creations. No experience is needed.

(784) All levels 18 and older
$75

5 sessions

Gift it!
Discover Classes. Earn Rewards.

Drawing Classes Gift Card

Thousands of classes & experiences. No expiration. Gift an experience this holiday season and make it a memorable one. Lock in a price with the Inflation Buster Gift Card Price Adjuster™

Buy a Gift Card

Explore Art Private Group Events

Explore private group events and team building activities ranging from cooking to art, escape rooms, trivia, and more

Explore Art Private Group Events
Animated gif slider: slide 1: a person in a meditative pose with paint on their apron; slide 2: person making a pizza; slide 3: 3 people drinking wine and smiling; slide 4: two people competing in a sack race while others look on

Suminagashi Sketchbook

Element Art Center @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

Discover the art of Japanese marbling and bookbinding in this beginner's workshop. Learn how to create stunning marbled images and transform them into unique book covers. Unleash your creativity and take home your very own handcrafted journal or sketchbook.

(18) All levels 18 and older
119 drawing classes that have ended
Add to your wish list to find out about new dates

Portrait - Beginners I

The Art Studio @ 6450 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CA

Discover the art of capturing the human form in this beginner-level course at The Art Studio. Gain a comprehensive understanding of facial features and learn how to bring them to life through detailed rendering. Unlock your artistic potential and create stunning portraits in just five weeks.

(3) Beginner 7 and older
No upcoming schedules
$200

5 sessions

Gift it!

Hip Hop Art Workshop

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Students will learn to draw and create hip-hop style cartoon characters and graffiti letter forms in a classroom atmosphere. We will explore different art concepts such as character designs, color compositions, typography and more. Students will be encouraged to express their creativity through this urban style art form embedded in the roots of Los Angeles art culture. This urban art culture art has become one of the most popular across the world.  ...

(784) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$50

6 sessions

Gift it!

Sign Painting & Lettering- Level 1

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Students will learn the basics of hand-painted lettering techniques. This course is recommended for beginners in lettering who want to develop hands-on techniques into their artistic skills rather than relying on computerized methods. Level 2 students will carry on with more freehand sign painting & lettering techniques, including design layout and allow a chance for students to work on personal project ideas. Level 1 students bring: Water-based...

(784) Beginner 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$55

5 sessions

Gift it!

Drawing For Everyone

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Begin creating through drawing and sketching, by learning different techniques using graphite pencil and charcoal. Students will learn basic techniques in composition, perspective, cross contour, and others. Please bring to class a sketchbook (nothing smaller than 8.5x11), 2Hb pencil, and eraser. Instructor will address additional materials in class.

(784) Beginner 17 and older
No upcoming schedules
$60

5 sessions

Gift it!

Intro to Portraiture

Santa Monica College @ 1227 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

Learn the basics of drawing and painting portraits in a course that provides step-by-step instruction--with each class focusing on a particular building process--and culminates with painting and drawing directly from live models. Using structural drawing and traditional techniques of perspective, shading, and understanding form, as well as various wet and dry materials, develop your ability to create a more concrete and believable portrait. No...

(513) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$129

6 sessions

Gift it!

Draw Car Basic (10 weeks)

De. Core Art & Design @ 41 S Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA

You will gain understanding about car design and exploring a variety of car sketch. During class sessions, each student is going to develop their own car design from sketching to rendering. This class is for entrance level of students who need to learn how to build their portfolio to be a car designer. In this class, our instructors will teach you about the basic design process on how to draw a car Syllabus: Let's learn about Car Proportion...

(1) Beginner 14 and older
No upcoming schedules
$820

10 sessions

Gift it!

Colored Pencil Techniques

Santa Monica College @ 1227 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

WOW! That’s colored pencil? Yes, it is, and you can learn how to get those vibrant colors and complex textures.  Experiment with a variety of techniques for using wax- and oil-based colored pencils, water soluble pencils, and various papers and mixing media as you explore color theory, composition, project design, and finding a personal style.  Drawing experience helpful, continuing students welcome. Note: This class also has $10...

(513) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$99

6 sessions

Gift it!

Monthly Safe In-Studio Drawing Class Package

Pastimes for a Lifetime @ 13615 Burbank Blvd, Van Nuys, CA

This class is available online and safe in-studio - Click here for the online class. Drawing with Graphite 101 + Project Booklet: Monthly Package Indulge your creative side and channel your inner-artist with this fun and informative Drawing with Graphite 101 course from Pastimes For A Lifetime. Your future self will thank you! Ideal for beginners as well as students returning to art class after a long absence. Basic skills are learned or...

(20) Beginner 7 and older
No upcoming schedules
$160

4 sessions

Gift it!

Exploring Still Life Drawing - Color Media

Santa Monica College @ 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA

Whether you’re looking to fine tune your observational drawing skill or enhance your portfolio for College Admission, this is the course for you! This class will focus on traditional techniques and materials used to create highly informed drawings. We will be exploring a range of structural techniques designed to give students a stronger grasp on drawing from life. Drawing from life facilitates a better understanding of organic and manufactured...

(513) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$99

6 sessions

Gift it!

Urban Sketching (Teenagers and Adults)

East Los Angeles College @ 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Los Angeles, CA

Learn the techniques of urban sketching in this engaging course at East Los Angeles College. Discover how to capture the urban landscape using elements of perspective, composition, lighting, and more. No previous experience is required.

(253) All levels 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$90

6 sessions

Gift it!

Figure Drawing

De. Core Art & Design @ 41 S Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA

Class is for beginning level students who are interested in pursuing a career in illustration. In this class, the instructor will cover the essential principles to drawing the human figure. Students will strengthen their drawing abilities by analyzing anatomy, proportion, gesture, form, and composition. REQUIREMENT: 18” x 24” Canson Sketch Pad 3B Pencil Progresso Woodless Colored Pencil (Burnt Sienna) Sharpener & Eraser ACTION/GESTURE...

(1) Beginner 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$400

4 sessions

Gift it!

Car Design

De. Core Art & Design @ 41 S Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA

Introductory course to Car Design. This course is mainly focusing on how to draw a car in right proportion, which is the most important aspect in automotive design industry. Also, students will learn about draw car in perspective and develop line quality to build up mileage. Requirement: Pen / Prismacolor Pencils Sketchbook Laptop Let’s learn about Car Proportion Terminology Existing Segment Let’s start to sketch a car Warm up practice...

(1) Beginner 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$425

4 sessions

Gift it!

Illustration

De. Core Art & Design @ 41 S Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA

In this course, students will focus on their creativity to create individual art piece. There are no restrictions in materials, medium, and types, such as 2D art work with color pencil, watercolor, acrylic paint, or 3D installation art work as well. Requirements Illustration board Notebook Pen/ Pencil Laptop (Optional) Acrylic paints Materials requires more based on students’ project Think Tank Labs Concept building Inspiration...

(1) All levels 14 and older
No upcoming schedules
$400

4 sessions

Gift it!

Open Drawing/Painting Workshop

Valley Art Workshop @ 5210 Collier Place, Woodland Hills, CA

This class is an open educational workshop for adults at all levels of experience. It is especially well-suited to students who would like to concentrate on specific techniques, subject matter, or longer term works. Please contact us with your interests.

(7) Beginner 10 and older
No upcoming schedules
$120

4 sessions

Gift it!

Intermediate Drawing

Santa Monica College @ 1227 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

If you have some basic drawing experience, come develop the techniques necessary to hone your drawing skills and move you toward a more personal creative direction. We’ll tailor projects to your interests, and suggest ideas and subject matter to inspire you. Materials list:  Drawing Paper ( 9 x 12 or 11 x 14, 90 bs. )  Canson Paper for Pastels ( 9 x 12 or larger, 98 lbs. )  Set of 12 or more Soft Pastel Pencils (not oil...

(513) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$99

6 sessions

Gift it!

Graphic Storytelling

Valley Art Workshop @ 5210 Collier Place, Woodland Hills, CA

In this 4 hour workshop, Dave will demonstrate and teach through the process of developing a script into a single comic page. The class will proceed from initial sketches through to a finish in multi-media drawing and painting. This class is ideal for anyone with an interest in traditional comic book creation or simply improving their visual narrative abilities. The parameters of the workshop keep the project open to a range of artistic intentions....

(7) All levels 10 and older
No upcoming schedules
Reset all filters.

No results found

Try removing some filters.

Drawing Classes in Los Angeles are rated 4.3 stars based on 1,599 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

CourseHorse Gift Cards

  • Creative & unique gift for any occasion
  • Thousands of classes & experiences
  • No expiration date
  • Instant e-delivery (or choose a date)
  • Add a personalized message
  • Lock in a price with the Inflation Buster Gift Card Price Adjuster™
Buy a Gift Card
gift card with the CourseHorse logo gift card with the CourseHorse logo
Loading...