Oil Painting Classes in Los Angeles, CA

Our sought after Abstract Instructor, Scott Yeskell, begins by showing his students a well worn system based on sound art theories. See live demonstrations how to keep your colors clean and create exciting paintings. Open to all ages & levels. What you will learn: Learn a developed system of abstract painting Learn how to work with emotion,...

Learn to paint more creatively. In this class, find out how to use oil paint alla prima (working quickly using layers of wet paint) to explore techniques for painting gesturally, emphasizing depth and realism, improving composition, increasing visual impact, and painting inventively. 
 Open to students at all levels, including experienced painters...

Learn the absolute basics of oil painting through 3 engaging projects and hands on demos. Using non-toxic materials you will learn the basics of color, light and form in your work that will leave you ready to paint your own masterpiece afterwards.   All levels.  What you will learn: Renaissance Painting Techniques Monochromatic...

Learn How to paint using oils.  Student learn all the fundementals of oil painting using  the limited Zorn pallet.  Taught in a limited size group, the class is structured so that students receive high level personalized instruction in the area of focus that they wish to explore: DRAWING, WATERCOLOR and OIL PAINTING. Supplies are...

This class will cover the basics of watercolor painting, by explaining the different materials, what to look for in brushes, paper and the difference between different grades of paint. Using demos and painting from the still life or your own photos, you will learn how to work with watercolors to render beautiful works. This class is part of the Hippo...

The Adult Program is held in our studio and provides weekly classes of two or three hours multiple times during the week. "For the past 20 years, I have been interested in all forms of art but would describe myself as a frustrated no-talented artist. I persevered by taking many, many oil painting classes through the years. Then I found Moses at...

Mono-Prints are one-of-a-kind paintings that are made on a plate or piece of plexi-glass, that is transferred to paper, via a press. We use oil based inks which give you a beautiful, rich saturation of color which you can layer with multiple runs for maximum effect. The workshops are small 4 to 6 people max to ensure maximum press time. If you want...

Throughout our signature on-going program, students will start off with basic techniques in sketching and pastels. As they continue to grow, they will learn more advanced techniques in composition, value and shading, color mixing and matching, and how to build a finished work of art. They will continue to practice these valuable skills as...

Students learn drawing fundamentals that will serve as the foundation of all their art work. We use a step by step method. Students learn to break down a scene into shapes, drawing from large shapes to small shapes. We cover tone, composition, proportion, flow and value. Media used is charcoal. This class is part of Hippo Factory - Instructed Open...

Join us for a fast-paced, energetic course in the wonders ofmaking paintings! If you area beginning or intermediate painter, explore how to use multiple painting mediums—watercolor and gouache, or acrylic and oil paints—or focus on working with the medium of your choice.  Learn about a new method of painting each week, and discover how...

Students will expand their creative potential and have fun exploring the freedom in style and techniques of contemporary painting and drawing. In this Contemporary Painting workshop it's not about quantity but quality. We offer a relaxed environment in which to explore your own ideas and interpretations using different materials and even the ones...

Teen Drawing and Painting Mastery Class Mondays 4:30 - 6:30pm Students will learn to use charcoal and oil paints as they develop their portfolio, with creative freedom to choose their subject matter. Open to all Teens.  What you will learn ​Learn to draw & paint simple to complex objects Learn how to understand value Work with...

Through this open workshop, students will be able to work on their weaknesses, depending on the student's portfolio and educational needs. This class is the backbone of our foundational arts mission. Depending on the students, we program both long-term projects like large scale oil paintings and pastel drawings as well as class-long exercises in...

Learn to break down the portrait with emphasis on understanding of shape, value and edges in order to render a three dimensional likeness. Paint from both portrait images photographed specifically for the Hippo Factory and a live model session at the end of each four week workshop. A limited Zorn color palate will be taught. PORTRAIT PAINTING SUPPLY...

Ready to explore painting? In this class you will learn the basics including - how to keep your colors clean and vibrant, mix shadow colors and use brush strokes to describe the form. There are many styles you can explore in this workshop. Open to all ages & levels. What you will learn: Learn to paint simple to complex...