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Unleash your creativity with a variety of art classes in Los Angeles. From painting and drawing to sculpture and ceramics, find classes that unleash your artistic passion.

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Adventures in Clay

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

Come join us and have a blast playing with clay! From sculpting to pottery, students will receive an overview of how to work with clay and create several ceramic pieces through hand-building and clay decorating techniques. All pieces will be fired and glazed. Clay will be provided.  Note: Students should bring a basic pottery took kit (sponge, metal scraper, wire clay cutter, ribbon tool, loop tool, aluminum needle, modeling tool, potters...

(778) Beginner 18 and older
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$185

5 sessions

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Painting & Watercolors

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

This class will get you started in basic painting acrylic and watercolors brush stroke techniques with emphasis on understanding/experiencing color composition, value and design impact. Note: Bring basic watercolor set, pad of watercolor paper, brushes and pencil to 1st meeting.Instructor will address additional materials in class.

(778) Beginner 18 and older
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$65

5 sessions

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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.  ...

(778) All levels 18 and older
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$50

5 sessions

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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...

(778) Beginner 12 and older
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$55

5 sessions

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Designer Walls I

Faux Masters Studio @ 22941 Savi Ranch Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA

Have you always dreamed of learning how to paint like a pro but just didn't know where to start? Well, you found it! In this 2-day course, we will learn extensive and practical knowledge of the fundamentals of faux finishing and decorative painting using products of unsurpassed quality. We will explore a wide variety of techniques and tips for creating stunning finishes with ease--and have lots of fun doing it! Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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$650

2 sessions

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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.

(778) Beginner 17 and older
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$60

5 sessions

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Painting with Acrylics (Ages 17+)

Los Angeles City College @ LACC Online Classroom, Los Angeles, CA

This class will get you started in basic acrylic stroke painting techniques with emphasis on understanding/experiencing color composition, and design impact. Get step by step instructions as you choose to paint still life, flowers, landscape, etc. This class will help to build your observational and visual thinking skills providing for showcasing artistic expression. Please bring these items to class: Set of acrylic paints, paint brushes, thinner,...

(778) All levels 17 and older
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$75

5 sessions

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Pintura para Adultos

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

Esta clase enfatiza en la tecnica de dibujo y estudio de color en donde el estudiante puede hacer uso de las distintas formas de diseno como son sombras, penumbras, reflejos, angulos de luz y perspectiva en la creacion de arte tri-dimensional.  Traiga consigo 1 cuaderno de dibujo (18"x12"), 1 lapiz 2B y HB, un borrador blanco de barra, 1 barrita de carbon, una barrita de tiza blanca, una caja de 12 lapices de color, una caja de 12 barras de...

(778) All levels 17 and older
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$65

5 sessions

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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
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$129

6 sessions

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Plasters & Textures

Faux Masters Studio @ 22941 Savi Ranch Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA

No matter where the quickly changing trends of decorative painting and finishing takes us, plasters and textures are pivotal to building beautiful and timeless finishes that will outlast many of the styles that come-and-go. In this course, you will learn a variety of techniques using a wide range of different products to expand both your product knowledge of the Faux Effects line as well as the fundamentals of creating textures in addition to having...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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$650

2 sessions

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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
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$820

10 sessions

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Sumi-e Painting

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

Explore the fundamentals of the ancient art of Sumi-e ("ink painting') painting, and discover how just a few simple strokes of the brush can express an idea. Enrich your knowledge of a different art technique with ancient and Eastern roots, and learn about the traditional art and culture of Japan.  Painting kit is available to purchase in class, or a list of supplies can be found on class confirmation. Student will supply the following:  ...

(513) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$89

4 sessions

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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...

(18) Beginner 7 and older
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$160

4 sessions

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Fantasy Sculpture

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

Intuitive Figurative Sculpture From Imagination (Please arrive 20 minutes early. Parking is ample and easy. ) — PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO SUPPLY THEIR OWN MATERIALS (LISTED AT BOTTOM). JOHN WILL HAVE SOME MATERIALS AND REFERENCES TO SUPPLEMENT. — Making the jump from figure drawing to conceptual sculpture can be a huge challenge. In this four-day workshop, students will learn how to approach sculpting in an intuitive way,...

(7) All levels 10 and older
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$450

4 sessions

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Studio Lighting: The Next Steps

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 252 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA

Take your studio lighting skills to the next level with this advanced course at the Los Angeles Center of Photography. Learn how to create drama, mood, and your unique lighting design using specialized equipment and techniques. Develop your own style and enhance your imagery as you progress through hands-on exercises and receive expert guidance.

(41) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$1,355

8 sessions

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Contemporary Figure Painting

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

Discover how to use photographs of the figure as subject and inspiration in a contemporary painting course using oil or acrylic. You’ll be encouraged to develop your own ‘voice’ through a sustained, individualized studio practice. As you learn painting and design basics and how to find the poetic focus and essence of the pose, you’ll also explore the fundamentals of portrait painting and color theory with reference to art history. Life drawing...

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

6 sessions

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Painting - Level 1

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.

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

6 sessions

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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
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$99

6 sessions

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Pastels & More

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

Explore abstraction and abstract (as well as representational) images from various sources—including yourself—in a hands-on workshop that focuses on the powder pastel palette. Learn about rich color harmonies, composition, and expression. We’ll also touch on the use of oil pastel and the optional use of collage. Bring to first class meeting: India ink; a small, inexpensive 'multipurpose' soft brush; soft vine charcoal; powder pastels;...

(513) All levels 18 and older
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$99

6 sessions

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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.

(250) All levels 12 and older
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$90

6 sessions

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