Art Classes in San Diego, CA

Class concentrates on shape, value and color using acrylics. Cost includes materials. All levels welcome.

Class will focus on famous works created by master artists.

This conversation-based hands-on drawing workshop will teach you how to draw realistically through the techniques of the Old Masters. With step-by-step guidance, you will acquire the fundamental skills of drawing. Learn about: Composition Proportions The expression of 3-D Tonal values (light and shadows) Shading How to see color and translate...

A 4-Week Intensive Study With Instructor Sheila Daube As She Takes A Handful Of Students To Dive Deep Into Abstract Techniques. Bring All Your Painting Gear!

Join Master Artist, Kristina Ponomarenko at 10 Barrel Brewery in East village for step-by-step Instruction on how to recreate this sailboat painting, "Sunset Ride". Enjoy expressing your creative side, while sipping on your favorite wine with friends or family at this memorable painting and wine event.  All supplies are provided.  No...

Learn to draw the human head in this fun and informative Saturday Portrait Drawing class. A drawing foundation essential; learn about measuring, proportion, anatomy, gesture and more!  The practice of learning to draw accurately by the learning how to draw the portrait, has been an art practice which has been passed down from teacher/mentor...

Group Coaching is an opportunity to create your own projects or work with one of our instructors to develop a project tailored specifically to you, helping you develop your technical skills. You choose the medium, subject matter, and size, while we will provide the guidance, techniques and examples. Each class is your opportunity for a creative...

Canvas Design & Wine with Dottie is an upbeat creative class for both the artistic and not so artistic. Come learn the basics of acrylic painting from an award winning artist, while enjoying the company of friends. You will leave the class with your own painting. Students are guided through a step by step process to recreate the nights painting....

Kalapa Ikebana was founded by Chogyam Trungpa as a contemplative practice of expressing gentleness and elegance through the art of flower arrangement. It is a quiet practice of mindfulness allowing the student to experience harmony with nature and one’s perception. The process of arranging flowers and other materials allows the free expression...

​​One of the comments heard most often by art students: "I want to loosen up." This class will explore what this means to each student and will include thoughts, methods, and exercises to achieve your goal. We will also be looking at iconic artists along the way: Franz Kline, Matisse (who has lessons for all artists), Shirley Trevana, Barbara...

Would you like to feel confident when drawing plants? Nancy will teach you the steps to drawing petals and leaves through skeletal structure, fleshing in, correcting your illustration through a layering process. You'll learn tips and tricks such as how to draw a curling leaf or petal, symmetry, and more. We'll work in graphite pencil during this...

Learn the basics of making pottery on the wheel. Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience. We will cover the basics of making cups, bowls, flower pots, etc in this workshop. Includes clay, use of tools and apron, 5lbs clay. Includes fired pottery 2 pieces per guest. Hands on experience, instruction & demonstrations, assistance...

Join us for step-by-step Instruction to recreate this serene Buddha, "Red Dot". Enjoy this social painting experience with your friends and family!  Enjoy Taco Tuesday specials. Food, beer and house made liquor is available for purchase. Only street parking is available.  We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit...