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 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...

This is a super intense, fast moving class. Be prepared to crank out paintings! We will learn how to create volume, light, and sound structure quickly and effectively though oil painting. Supply List The brands I prefer are Michael Harding, Old Holland, Windsor Newton, and Sennelier. These are professional grade paints and can be pretty expensive....

Learn to Draw, Watercolor, Oil Paint.  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 provided on the first class. Supply list given thereafter. ​ Sessions are taught...

Centered around painting the figure from life, this class is a visual laboratory aimed at improving our ability to paint, see, and harness inspiration from the world around and inside us. The course will begin by covering tried and true foundational methods of painting — as we practice things like drawing the figure in proportion and mixing color...

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...

This class is as much about how to build a painting as it is about learning to paint in acrylics. A favorite of professional illustrators who are always pressed for time, acrylics are far less expensive to work with than oils and more forgiving than watercolor. While all mediums have their limitations, even when properly handled, acrylics can be made...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

During the golden age of painting from the 1600s-1900s, painting took on a sculptural approach, where brushstrokes reigned supreme in carving out form and texture. This portraiture class will focus on a sculptural approach to painting, as well as the “chiaroscuro” approach of the old masters, which used strong light and rich shadow to create intense...

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...