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Watercolor Classes Los Angeles

Discover the beautiful world of watercolor painting with a wide range of classes offered in Los Angeles. Learn essential techniques, unleash your creativity, and create stunning works of art to decorate your home or share with others.

6 classes in-person in Los Angeles have spots left, and 14 classes live online are available.

Watercolor 201 - Beginner (Safe In-Studio)

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

Discover the beauty of watercolor painting in this beginner-friendly course at Pastimes for a Lifetime. Develop your brush techniques, learn about color mixing, and create stunning works of art. Perfect for aspiring artists and those interested in illustration.

(18) Beginner 7 and older
$160

4 sessions

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Watercolor 202 - Intermediate (Safe In-Studio)

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

Take your watercolor skills to the next level with this intermediate class at Pastimes for a Lifetime. Learn advanced brush and color layering techniques to create texture and tone, and discover how to create deeper, richer colors. Perfect for artists interested in fine art or illustration.

(18) Intermediate 7 and older
$160

4 sessions

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Watercolor

The Art Studio @ 6450 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CA

Unleash your creativity and master the captivating world of watercolor painting at The Art Studio. Join our expert instructors as they guide you through essential techniques and methods, helping you refine your skills and develop your own unique artistic style. Dive into a world of color, imagination, and self-expression, and bring your artistic visions to life with a splash of watercolor!

(3) All levels 18 and older
$200

4 sessions

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Painting with Watercolors

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

Discover the art of watercolor and unlock your creativity in this instructor-guided course at Los Angeles City College. Learn essential techniques such as color theory, composition, brush strokes, and blending to create stunning watercolor paintings. Level 2 is recommended for students with prior watercolor experience.

(778) All levels 17 and older
$85

5 sessions

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Painting with Watercolors for Adults

East Los Angeles College @ 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity and explore the world of watercolors in this engaging course. Learn essential techniques, from color mixing to brush stroke methods, to create stunning works of art. Join us and discover the joy of painting with watercolors.

(250) Beginner 18 and older
$90

5 sessions

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Painting with Watercolors (Ages 7-14 yrs)

East Los Angeles College @ 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity with the vibrant world of watercolors! Join us at East Los Angeles College for an immersive painting experience where you'll discover the magic of color mixing, application, and composition. Unleash your inner artist in a safe and exciting environment.

(250) All levels 7 - 14 years old
$90

5 sessions

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Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Discover the unique properties of watercolor as you observe still life, figures, or photographs in this engaging art class. Learn techniques of paint application and color formation, while receiving real-time feedback on your progress. Join now to explore the captivating world of watercolor painting.

(1060) Beginner 18 and older
$330

7 sessions

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Beginners Watercolor Painting

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

Ignite your inner artist with inspiring watercolor painting classes at NYC's #1-rated art studio. Learn a wide variety of techniques and explore landscape, still life, and abstraction. No experience necessary - this course is perfect for beginners!

(630) Beginner 18 and older
$99

5 sessions

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Portrait Painting

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Unlock the secrets of capturing the essence of a model through anatomy, proportion, and color-mixing. Embrace the challenge of painting different views of the head with live models, as you explore the art of portrait painting. Join us on this artistic journey and bring your portraits to life.

(1060) All levels 18 and older
$350

7 sessions

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Online Watercolor 202 - Intermediate

Pastimes for a Lifetime @ Live Online via Zoom

Take your watercolor skills to the next level with this intermediate class at Pastimes for a Lifetime. Learn advanced techniques for texture, tone, and color layering, and discover how to create deeper, richer colors in your paintings. Perfect for artists interested in fine art or illustration.

(18) Intermediate 7 and older
$160

4 sessions

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Online Watercolor 201 - Beginner

Pastimes for a Lifetime @ Live Online via Zoom

Discover the beauty of watercolor painting with Online Watercolor 201. Learn essential techniques, color mixing, and brushstrokes to create stunning works of art. Perfect for aspiring fine artists, illustrators, and designers.

(18) Beginner 7 and older
$160

4 sessions

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Floral Fridays Watercolor (Online)

Craft Sierra Madre @ Virtual Classroom

Unleash your creativity with vibrant watercolor florals! Dive into a world of loose flowers, botanicals, succulents, and leaves on Friday mornings. No drawing skills required - just bring your enthusiasm and let the garden bloom on your canvas.

(96) Beginner 13 and older

Watercolor

BrushCapades @ Online Classroom

Unleash your creativity with a hands-on tutorial that provides all the necessary materials for a 90-minute watercolor experience. Discover the joy of painting with a watercolor fan set, brushes, and high-quality paper, all included in this immersive workshop. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the beautiful world of watercolors!

(5) All levels 8 and older

Watercolor Wednesdays (Online)

Craft Sierra Madre @ Virtual Classroom

Dive into the world of watercolor painting with this beginner-friendly class. Learn essential techniques like color mixing, washes, and wet-on-wet effects, all from the comfort of your home. Unleash your creativity and create beautiful watercolor pieces with ease.

(96) Beginner 13 and older

Watercolor Painting: Focus on Interiors

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Explore the captivating world of domestic interiors as you learn to master light and color in your watercolor paintings. Discover the secrets of perspective and proportion, while infusing your artwork with depth and atmosphere. Join Zach Seeger to unlock your creative potential.

(1060) All levels 18 and older
$330

8 sessions

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Intermediate Watercolor Painting

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

Deepen your practice of watercolor painting and express your creativity in this inspiring online class. Learn from top-notch professionals and connect with a supportive community of artists worldwide. Discover a wide variety of techniques and styles to enhance your skills and increase your artistic confidence.

(630) Intermediate 18 and older
$299

9 sessions

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Color Mixing

Chicago Botanic Garden @ Online via Zoom

Discover the secrets to creating stunning and vibrant colors in your artwork with the Color Mixing course at Chicago Botanic Garden. Master the art of blending hues found in flowers, leaves, and shadows, and apply your newfound knowledge to create beautiful paintings. This course is designed to enhance your color mixing skills and elevate your artistic creations.

(121) All levels 18 and older
$449

6 sessions

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Watercolor Painting: Focus on Landscapes

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Discover the beauty of watercolor landscapes with artist Zach Seeger as he guides you through advanced techniques to create stunning reflections, lush forests, and captivating skies. Enhance your painting skills and explore the rich medium of watercolor in this immersive course.

(1060) All levels 18 and older
$285

5 sessions

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Exploratory Watercolor

New York School of the Arts @ Online Classroom

Unleash your creativity with watercolor as you delve into still life and abstraction in this dynamic course at the New York School of the Arts. Discover diverse techniques, master composition, and color, and receive personalized instruction and group critiques. Join us and create unique, individual paintings that truly reflect your artistic vision.

(72) All levels 18 and older
$430

8 sessions

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Watercolor at Home

New York School of the Arts @ Online Classroom

Experience watercolor painting from the comfort of your home with this course at the prestigious New York School of the Arts. Discover the art of still life, tablescape, and roomscape, while learning about light, transparency, opacity, and layering. This course offers group critiques and individual instruction to help you refine your skills.

(72) All levels 18 and older
$400

9 sessions

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Reviews for Watercolor Classes in Los Angeles

Watercolor Classes in Los Angeles are rated 4.4 stars based on 3,033 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Rick B. on 3/17/2024
    Thought teacher covered the basics of painting in watercolors extremely well. She always touched base with the class on their progress and very open to our questions
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Judy B. on 3/17/2024
    Loved the class and Anna the instructor. Well worth the money. My husband and I enjoyed the time together and learning the basic techniques.
  • Floral Fridays Watercolor (Online)

    Reviewed by Elizabeth C. on 3/9/2024
    Never thought I could paint watercolor in one lesson but was able to follow the teacher and I did pretty well!
  • Watercolor

    Reviewed by Barbara M. on 2/28/2024
    Anji led a delightful watercolor project that left me happy with my end product painting and the class.
  • Intermediate Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Helene H. on 1/9/2024
    The instructor was a delight and the class was great!
  • Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 12/20/2023
    Great class.
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Ronnie L. on 11/1/2023
    I learned more from Elizabeth in this class than in three years of other classes. I’m also enjoying my own work so much more.
  • Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 11/1/2023
    This is the second class I've taken with this instructor and plan on taking more. Great environment and I learned so much!
  • Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Reviewed by Salita B. on 11/1/2023
    Fantastic class and instructor. Appropriate for all levels. Lots of great feedback and encouragement. I learned a tremendous amount.
  • Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Reviewed by Ellen H. on 10/27/2023
    Allison is an excellent teacher. I have signed up to continue taking her classes

Discover the Best Watercolor Classes in Los Angeles

Watercolor is a relaxing medium where artists combine paint with water to create flowing, unique art pieces. Watercolor art pieces often feel both transparent and vibrant at the same time. In addition, most watercolor paints are affordable, which makes it a great medium to learn, even if you have no prior experience. 

Taking an art class is the best way to learn watercolor in Los Angeles. There are dozens of classes that offer 1-on-1 help and hands-on experience. Teachers can walk you through the techniques to help establish the basics. Then, once you’ve mastered the initial techniques, you can take an intermediate course to expand your knowledge. 

Watercolor classes through CourseHorse are affordable and easy to find in Los Angeles.

Why You Should Learn Watercolor in Los Angeles

Learning watercolor in Los Angeles is a fun and productive hobby that allows for creative expression. CourseHorse offers dozens of classes that fit your budget and schedule. Plus, there’s no downside to taking a watercolor class. Some of the benefits of taking a watercolor class in Los Angeles include the following: 

  • In-person watercolor classes in Los Angeles provide access to a larger community of like-minded individuals, including clubs, organizations, events, and groups.
  • Watercolor classes in Los Angeles can help you make new friends and expand your social circle.
  • Learning watercolor also provides the opportunity to create handmade gifts for friends and family.
  • If you can hone your watercolor skills, you can start a small business centered on advertising and designs. 

Watercolor art is popular for being calming, making it a great option for a stress-free activity. So, you can destress while you learn a new and valuable skill. 

In-Person Watercolor Classes in Los Angeles

Taking a watercolor class in Los Angeles is perfect for those who want to learn new and relaxing skills. It’s also a great opportunity to network and make new friends with similar interests. You can find watercolor classes in LA on CourseHorse’s website. Keep reading to learn more about the most popular LA classes. 

One of the best watercolor classes is the Painting with Watercolors for Adults course. It includes five sessions and teaches color mixing, color application, and brush stroke techniques. Students don’t need any prior experience with watercolor painting to join the class. However, this class does not include the materials, so read the materials list before the first day of class. 

Some of the materials you’ll need include: 

  • A basic set of watercolor paints 
  • A watercolor pad 
  • Two cups or tin cans 
  • A rag or towel 
  • Watercolor brushes 
  • Pencil, eraser, and ruler

Another great beginner class is Watercolor 201, taught by Linda Wehrli. This class focuses on teaching solid brush techniques and how to produce clean, crisp colors. You will also learn the medium’s history and the special characteristics that make watercolor paint unique from other medials. Although this is a beginner class, you will be required to have some background in art. For example, you must have taken Drawing with Graphite 101, Oil Pastel 101, or a comparable class. 

Once you finish Watercolor 201, move on to Watercolor 202 for intermediate students. This class picks up where the first class leaves off and continues teaching students tips and tricks for painting with tube watercolors over four sessions. In addition, students will learn advanced brush techniques, including how to create texture and tone. Students of the Watercolor 202 class should be prepared to start working in design illustration, advertising, or fine art. 

Many watercolor classes in LA meet multiple times over the course of several weeks. However, if you’d prefer a class that meets once, consider Watercolor/Acrylic Painting. Unlike other classes that focus solely on watercolor, this is a mixed-medium class. You’ll learn how to combine watercolor, acrylic, and ink on the same canvas to create a unique piece of art. 

Another class option is the Paint Anything class which meets for four sessions. This fast-paced, energetic course teaches multiple painting mediums, including watercolor, gouache, acrylic, and oil paints. Of course, you can also simply focus on one medium over the four sessions if you’d prefer.

If you follow the course schedule of the Painting Anything class, you’ll learn a new method of painting every week, including how to use non-art materials like liquid masking fluid, spray paint, enamel, and collage. It’s a great opportunity if you’re still deciding which art medium is your favorite — you’ll be exposed to a wide variety of art styles in this class. 

The Water-Soluble Oils 401 course is unique because it combines watercolor and oil painting. You’ll learn to paint with water-soluble oil paints. The students in the class will learn the basics for mixing water-soluble oil colors and brush techniques, including how to paint a traditional Grisaille or tonal painting. The course requires that you take a prerequisite course, so check the class listing to see which classes qualify. 

Virtual Watercolor Classes 

There are several amazing in-person watercolor courses offered through CourseHorse. However, if in-person classes don’t fit your schedule, you can take online classes instead. You get many benefits of an in-person class, including live instructors, but it’s all from the comfort of your home. It’s a great solution for those who can’t commute to class, have busy schedules, or are simply out of town.

Online watercolor classes are a great opportunity for those who want to learn watercolor painting in their limited free time. CourseHorse makes it easy to find an online class that fits your learning style, schedule, and starting level. 

One of the best watercolor classes for beginners is the Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate) class. There are no prerequisites for the class, meaning it’s open to complete beginners. You’ll learn methods of paint application, color formation, and visual representation over the course of six class sessions. It takes place through a Live Interactive Online Classroom, mimicking a real classroom atmosphere to give you the best experience possible. 

Another good class for beginners is the Beginner's Intro to Watercolor Painting: Single Session. The class only includes one session, making it a good option for those who don’t want to commit to multiple classes. You can try out watercolor painting and decide whether you want to pursue it before signing up for a longer class. 

For students with some background in watercolor painting, consider Watercolor Painting (Intermediate/Advanced). Students will refine their art and look to famous artists for inspiration. The class will also teach students how to find their own personal art style. If you haven’t taken an art class in a while, don’t worry. The start of this course will review the basics of watercolor to reintroduce you to the subject. 

A popular class for online students in LA is the Painting Seascapes with Watercolor course. It meets for six sessions, and students will learn to work from photographs of the ocean to recreate peaceful vistas and crashing surf. Watercolor is the perfect medium for capturing the movement of the ocean, and this class will emphasize that. 

Private Group Watercolor Classes in Los Angeles

Employers, companies, and organizations can give their employees and group members a relaxing reward by signing up for private group watercolor classes for Los Angeles businesses. These private classes will foster an environment of learning and relaxation, while teaching the group members how to paint in a creative workshop. 

One of the best group watercolor classes is the Virtual Watercolor Workshop. The class will ship out the materials beforehand, so your group members will be ready to participate fully. During the class, you’ll learn the "wet on wet" technique and build up layers of paint while still allowing the medium to flow. The course size is flexible, up to 255 people and no matter how large the group, CourseHorse will ship all of the materials necessary. 

Consider the Virtual Watercolor Workshop from the same school if you don't need the materials included. To fully participate, the group members will need: 

  • Watercolor paints (any set is fine)
  • Small and medium round watercolor brush 
  • Watercolor Paper (optional but preferred)
  • Water

The class will teach everything you need to excel in the basics of watercolor and help the group members to see the world in a more creative light. The class meets for an hour and a half. 

Booking with CourseHorse ensures that you get the best classes for your group. You won’t have to pay any booking fees, and you have hundreds of courses, both in-person and remote, at your fingertips. Get the best classes today and book with CourseHorse.

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