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Weekly Portrait & Figure (Adults & Teens)

The Art Studio @ 6450 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CA

Students will learn how to paint a portrait, or further develop their skills by oil painting for form, design, and color. Three days will concentrate on the values, the subtlety of form, how to get a likeness, and refining edges. The fourth class students get to put it all together while working from life.  The last class also includes painting in front of a model. These classes are taught by professional artists who have fine arts degrees....

Painting Studio

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

Find out how to achieve your objectives in your own work in a workshop for painters of all skill levels, tailored to your individual needs, with plenty of one-on-one time with your instructor. Bring your project to class for a customized demonstration on how to problem-solve your particular issue, or bring an idea that you don’t know how to paint for a step-by-step “how to” walkthrough.

Watercolor Portraits

Makers Mess @ 602 N Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA

Paint UR Pet

Painting UR Way @ 8285 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA

Join us and create a masterpiece of your Pet. To ensure you have adequate time and a memorable experience, this will be a 3 hour painting session.  You send us a photo and we will have a pre-sketched canvas waiting for you. Our Artist will guide you step by step to recreating a beautiful painting of your pet. All supplies included. ​TIP:  The photo should be a close up picture of your pet with minimal background.  

Sunset or Moonrise

Painting & Vino @ 301 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA

Hidden Waterfall

Painting & Vino @ 12101 S Crenshaw Blvd, Hawthorne, CA

Unwind with friends or make new connections while painting a beautiful masterpiece at a scenic outdoor location. Join us for a delightful afternoon of creativity and relaxation at our Paint and Sip event above the clouds!

Exploring Still Life Drawing - Black & White 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...

Mixed Media All Levels (Adults)

The Art Process @ 907 Hanley Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Weekly mixed media ongoing classes for all levels from beginners to advanced. The goal of these classes is to encourage your unique creative style while learning various techniques and compositional tools. 

Producing a Video Game

Studio Arts @ 570 W Avenue 26, Los Angeles, CA

The Video Game production course focuses on the critical role of being a Producer within a development studio. Students will learn the core and miscellaneous responsibilities of a Producer, the inner workings of a game studio, the game development life cycle from concept to release, and the most widely-used project management methodologies and software in the industry. This class is geared toward ambitious individuals with an interest in joining...

Digital Landscape Painting

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

(Please arrive 20 minutes early. Parking is residential and easy.) Mike is an art director and designer with a background in game development. He’s currently in visual development on Spider-Verse at Sony Animation, and just finished art directing a film adaptation of Charlie Mackesy’s book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse for NoneMore Productions. In this 5 hour workshop, Mike will lead students through the process of painting digital...

Ink & Gouache

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

Ink and Gouache are ancient materials that have maintained their appeal because of an extraordinary versatility and convenience as tools for study, composition, and experimentation. In combination, these techniques are capable of all of the sophistication and physical diversity of oil, acrylic, and other techniques traditionally used for finished pictures. In this workshop, students will move through a number of exercises that emphasize the expressive...

Multi-Figure Composition

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

Drawing and painting multi-figure stories is an ancient and exhilarating human activity. It can be intimidating to know where to start and difficult to know where to proceed. In this workshop, students will learn how to refine and combine their ability to draw from imagination, life, and photographic reference as they develop strong, clear compositions. THE WORKSHOP WILL INCLUDE: I. INTRODUCTION (~ 30 min.) A presentation by Carl on his own work...

Introduction to Watercolors

Makers Mess @ 602 N Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA

In this workshop with artist Jessica Weymouth she will go over watercolor paper types, brush types, paint brands, as well as brush strokes and how to control the paint. The students will be given the introduction to watercolor, and will then move into making and assembling their own watercolor cutout mounted moon ready to hang. In addition to mounting your very own watercolor moon, students will leave with their own paint supply, brush, and paper...

Extreme Character Drawing: X-Men Theme

The Gallery Girls @ 1015 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Presented by Gnomon & the Gallery Girls A Fun Drawing Event with Crazy Themes & Fun Models  Music - Live Models - Drawing - Soda & Chips "X-MEN" Theme 3 models playing Mystique, Storm & Wolverine!!!!! Models: Jennifer Fabos Patton & Ashli Gonzalez & Kevin Scott Cannon With Great costumes and make up!!!! Location Instructions: Enter through the Big Gate & North up the center pathway.  Big Beautiful space with...

The Delights XVII - "The Caravan" - Drawing Party

The Gallery Girls @ 13133 Saticoy St, North Hollywood, CA

A deliciously decadent event for the senses where you can Draw, Dance, Drink, Eat, Hookah & Socialize with models, belly dancers, musicians & other artists & creative people. Offering you the sights, sounds, & flavors of another place and time in the Mediterranean. Draw many exotic models on 2 different stages Watch some captivating dancers Listen to live music & wonderful worldly music Hang out in the Hookah Lounge Tent...

Watercolor Moons & Planets

Makers Mess @ 602 N Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA

Take your watercolor practice to cosmic levels! in this 2 hour, beginners workshop, you will learn color blending, layering, and helpful techniques in using both pallet and tube watercolors. Although the instruction will be the same for everyone, you will walk away from class with a one of a kind moon or planet of your own creation. Please feel free to BYOB!

Watercolor Pet Portraits

Makers Mess @ 777 S Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA

Always wanted to paint your furry friend? In this 2 hour workshop, you'll be guided through the basic watercolor techniques to get you comfortable with the medium. Then you'll do a sketch of your pet (don't stress - we'll be using light to help you trace right from the pic) and will be guided though layering and adding details.  Please send a clear and in focus pic of your pet 48 hours before the workshop. (We'll email you more details once...

Art/Mixed Media/All-Day Workshop: Fearless Creating

The Art Process @ 907 Hanley Ave, Los Angeles, CA

One Day Mini Art Retreat To Jumpstart Your Creativity In Community! Join us for a day long journey into the art process in Los Angeles! Amongst nature, surrounded by a supportive community and under the gentle guidance of creative coach, Kathy Leader. You will be guided, inspired, excited to continue your art practice but mostly you will leave feeling replenished and filled with creative self confidence! No prior experience is needed. The workshops...

Painting Pizzazz with a Model

The Gallery Girls @ Online Class, Online, CA

Draw or Paint a beautiful model in a 3-hour pose. This is a great way to stay social with friends & artists while staying home. Note: Once paid we will send you the Link & Passcode to join Join in on Zoom.us Download the Free ZOOM App We request that the artist please provide their own art supplies.

Monday Morning Beginning Wheel

Hand of Destiny Pottery Studio @ 4328 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

This class will focus on teaching you the fundamentals of clay properties and techniques used in wheel throwing. You will be guided through the basic processes of wedging clay. Attaching and centering clay on wheel head and finish class with making a bowl, cup or other containing vessel!  All materials are provided. Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Flat comfy shoes are suggested. If you have long hair, tie or pin back. ...