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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.

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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
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$120

4 sessions

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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
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$99

6 sessions

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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
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Drawing & Illustration (Grades 6-8)

El Camino College @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Do you want to learn how to draw or become better at drawing? In this step-by-step drawing class, you'll learn through fun daily art activities.   Each activity will cover a different subject or topic. You'll learn about color theory, blending techniques, and proper use of materials and tools including pencils, pens, and colored markers, all while you're creating your daily masterpieces!

(174) All levels 11 - 13 years old
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$199

10 sessions

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Intro to Drawing Class • Safe In-Studio

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

Ready to try your hand at drawing with graphite? Give the Intro to Drawing with Graphite course a try. Tuition includes instruction at Pastimes for a Lifetime's beautiful zen studio, a Project Booklet you may keep and complementary use of school supplies. Ideal for beginners as well as students returning to art classes after a long absence. Learn or rekindle basic skills. Unique projects may be taken home and practiced at your leisure. This lesson...

(19) Beginner 7 and older
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Figure Drawing

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

Figure drawing is part of the foundation of a drawing practice.  In this class we will seek to demystify drawing the body and rediscover the poetry of the human form.  Using a live nude model as inspiration, we will begin with a series of 30 second poses using soft charcoal to loosen up our technique, and then will move into studies of longer poses in which we can explore light and shadow, details and different media.  The main emphasis...

(62) Beginner 18 and older
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Drawing & Illustration (Grades 3-5)

El Camino College @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Do you want to learn how to draw or become better at drawing?  In this step-by-step drawing class, you'll learn through fun daily art activities.  Each activity will cover a different topic, such as cartooning inspired by superheros and Transformers, nature scenes with animals and plants.   You'll learn about color theory, blending techniques, and proper use of materials and tools including pencils, pens, and...

(174) Intermediate 8 - 10 years old
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$225

10 sessions

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Life Drawing with a Model

The Gallery Girls @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA

These late-night figure drawing events feature a nude model and focus on character, expressions and narrative. Please note: Everyone is welcomed to attend and no artistic experience necessary. Bring your own art supplies: Paper Canvas Pencils Paints etc. You will be asked to show your vaccine card and wear a mask. Our Ethos: In today’s technology-driven world, creative types are becoming more isolated than ever. We make it...

(86) All levels 21 and older
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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...

(513) All levels 18 and older
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$99

6 sessions

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Comic Book Illustration

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

You have a story you want to tell as a graphic novel, you have all the big aspects figured out, and now you're ready to illustrate them. Then Studio Arts has the solution for you. This class will give you the knowledge and practice to bring your stories to life and share with the world. Since landing his first comics job at nineteen years old, Christian Gossett has drawn for Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, Image and IDW. He was one of the first artists...

(3) Intermediate 18 and older
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$750

2 sessions

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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...

(3) Intermediate 18 and older
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$1,500

9 sessions

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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...

(7) All levels 10 and older
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$150
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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...

(86) All levels 21 and older
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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...

(86) All levels 21 and older
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$25

2 sessions

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Fundamental of Art and Design

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

Art and Design Fundamentals class will address basic art and design skills in drawing and composition. Students will also have the opportunity to practice three-dimensional design and develop an art portfolio. This course is specifically designed for 4th-9th grade students interested in exploring their creativity and developing foundational skills in art and design. In this class students will learn the fundamental drawing principles (composition,...

(1) All levels 9 - 14 years old
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$160

4 sessions

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The New Yorker Cartoon

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

Extracting Humor from the Everyday —- Class is indoors, masked, and requires proof of vaccination. — Laura is an illustrator and architect living in Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in the New Yorker, The Los Angeles Times, and Seattle’s The Stranger. Laura is also a 2014 high school graduate of the Valley Art Workshop! In this workshop, Laura gives a presentation on the history and particularities of the New Yorker cartoon, its formula...

(7) All levels 10 and older
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$100
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Figure Drawing

MakeSpace ARTS @ 2797 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA

Learn how to accurately draw and render the form into a believable representation of the figure. This class takes the mystery out of the complexity of drawing the figure from life.

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$475

10 sessions

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Original Drink & Draw

The Gallery Girls @ 613 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA

The Original Drink & Draw with the Gallery Girls. Draw 2 models in costumes. Different fun themes every month. Come mingle with artists & draw. Fun drinks & tasty food available for purchase at the bar! Bring your Art Supplies. Uninstructed - 5, 10, and 25 min poses Free for spectators - Photography is always extra, please inquire. 21+ (ID Required)

(86) All levels 21 and older
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Illustration Workshop with Lost Boy

Makers Mess

This workshop will be a comfortable and supporting environment for students who want to learn how to draw hands, eyes, and essential the essence of a portrait. Through observations, various drawing techniques, and live demonstrations, students will be equipped with not just a technical aspect of drawing but you will also learn how patterns/intricate details/textures can can also be discovered in this process. Students will walk away with their own...

(62) All levels 18 and older
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The Art of Doodling

Craft Sierra Madre @ 49 W Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA

Join us for a fun afternoon of Doodling. In this class we will explore how to achieve creative expression through simple shapes and forms. All supplies will be provided and take home practice sheets will be available.

(97) All levels 6 and older
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