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 how to paint using oils or sharpen your oil painting skills or with the incredible artist Ana Sanchez.. For beginners you will learn the fundamentals of oil painting by understanding value, light, composition, color mixing, paint application, and how to use brushes for any desired finish. You will learn about materials and explore step by step...

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...

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 The...

If you've ever wanted to know how to paint landscapes from photos or computer images, this is the class for you! Using oil or acrylic, learn the processes for capturing an image or impression in paint as you work from photographic subject matter. Explore the basics of painting landscapes, including the role of seeing, using color as value, how to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

In this course with a working, professional artist, you will learn and develop a system of painting abstract imagery that will make your work grow leaps and bounds. Yeskel will explain the mesh between midcentury abstraction and realism and how it has evolved in today's art world. Learn to paint abstractly while staying intouch with traditional...

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...

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...