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“Grinchmas” – Holiday Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 601 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
Celebrate the holidays with a playful Grinch-inspired painting featuring a festive Christmas ornament. Follow step-by-step instruction on a pre-traced 12 x 16-inch canvas while adding your own creative touches. All materials are provided, and all skill levels are welcome. Guests ages 14+ may attend with an adult guardian.
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Make Cozy Candles
Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 501 S Santa Fe Ave, San Diego, CA
Relax and get creative in this cozy, hands-on candle-making workshop led by expert instructors. You'll learn to pour and finish an 8-ounce soy wax candle and explore the craft of hand-rolled beeswax candles. Welcoming to all skill levels, this session offers a warm, inspiring atmosphere from start to finish.
Halloween Stained Glass Workshop
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Get into the Halloween spirit by creating a spooky stained glass suncatcher featuring a spiderweb, jack-o-lantern, or bat design. Using pre-cut glass, copper foil, and solder, you’ll create your own festive decoration with guidance throughout the process—no experience necessary and all materials included.
Paint and Sip in San Diego
Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 1305 Hotspring Way, Vista, CA
Immerse yourself in a relaxed, creative session guided by a local San Diego artist. As you work toward a finished painting, you'll enjoy the city's laid-back atmosphere and the freedom to express yourself at your own pace. Whether you arrive solo or with a group, it's a casual and enjoyable way to unwind and try something new.
3-Hour Cell Phone Photography Masterclass for 1-6 People (San Diego)
Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ Location customized to student goals, San Diego, CA
Take your mobile photography beyond snapshots by learning proven composition techniques that create stronger, more engaging images. Explore how to use your smartphone creatively in a variety of settings while developing a sharper photographic eye. You'll also discover easy-to-use apps that can enhance and transform your photos into polished, artistic creations with your own distinctive style.
Glazing: The Renaissance Figure Painting Technique
Prima Materia Institute See all classes by this school @ Online via Zoom
Unlock the secrets of the Old Masters and learn how to create lifelike figures with luminous skin and breathtaking depth. This course guides you through the Renaissance glazing technique—layering translucent color to evoke the illusion of living flesh. Develop precision, patience, and a deeper appreciation for classical artistry.
Fire and Ice
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school
Immerse yourself in an evening of art, ocean vibes, and relaxation as you recreate a stunning sunset wave in bold coastal hues. With step-by-step guidance from a local artist, you’ll paint your own seaside masterpiece while enjoying a lively brewery setting. Perfect for beginners or seasoned painters alike.
The Acrylic Painter
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Dive into the vibrant world of acrylic painting with our beginner-friendly course! Explore both realism and abstract styles while mastering acrylic paints, mediums, and modern tools. With step-by-step instructions and personalized feedback, you'll complete 1-2 paintings and gain the skills to continue your artistic journey. All supplies provided, including a comprehensive student kit to get you started.
Mixed Media Painting Workshop
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Explore the exciting world of mixed media art and learn to combine various mediums to create unique, captivating pieces. Embrace your artistic potential and step into an inspiring, challenging experience.
Watercolor Skills
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
This class is a good fit for the beginning artist, or one who has been painting with watercolor or fluid acrylics and looking to move to the next level. Learn to "dance" with these mediums under a master of traditional and experimental techniques. Who should take this class: Anyone who is curious about, or has been painting with, watercolor or fluid acrylics. Anyone who wants to learn new techniques and reach for the next level in their skills....
Drawing for Beginners
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
A hands-on studio approach covering all the fundamentals of drawing! This class will consist of instructor demos and practical exercises. It will cover a refresher of the basics of drawing, tools, and techniques in pencil and charcoal and will explore some new horizons along the way. Students will leave this workshop with tools and skills to confidently create works on their own. This class is for beginning and intermediate level artists....
Intro to Landscape Oil Painting
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Learn how to paint expressively using oil paint and photo references of Aspen in the winter time with snow and mountains. This class will have instructor demos/lessons and 1-on-1 guidance. Oil painting fundamentals are covered in every session: studio materials, color, value, atmospheric perspective, cropping photo references, blending, and layering. By the end of the course, students will have completed a painting of the Aspen landscape....
Keeping a Visual Journal Drawing
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Discover the joy of drawing from your own authentic experiences in a fun, judgment-free environment. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class encourages creativity and personal expression. Grab your pencils and join us for a session that promises to be both enjoyable and inspiring.
Intro to Abstract Acrylic Painting
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Unlock your creativity with Intro to Abstract Acrylic Painting. Learn new techniques in color, composition, and texture through demonstrations, critiques, and peer interaction. No drawing skills are required.
How to Become an Artist
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Discover your inner artist with a crash course in Art 101 at Art on 30th. Join instructor Wendy Kwasny as she guides beginners through the fundamentals of art, from understanding materials to mixing colors. Unleash your creativity and leave with a newfound sense of confidence in your artistic abilities.
Abstractionism—from Germany
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Discover the innovative techniques and materials used by European artist Ines Hildur in this experimental art class with Barbara Inbody. Explore a limited palette of neutral colors and learn how to create high contrast using unexpected supplies. Unleash your creativity and take your art to the next level!
Learn to Paint: Getting Started with Art
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Unlock your inner artist with our beginner's workshop, designed for those who've never picked up a brush. Dive into the essentials of art materials, color mixing, brush techniques, and more. Enjoy a weekend in the studio, surrounded by fellow art enthusiasts, and leave with newfound confidence and a masterpiece to share with loved ones.
Modern Calligraphy: Watercolor Brush Lettering
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
This 6-week class focuses on the basic brush strokes needed to gain control of brush markers and watercolor brushes to achieve brush calligraphy. We dabble in watercolor, learning a few techniques to create simple washes and designs. Through lots of practice and completing set exercises, you'll put your strokes into practice and explore making hand lettered cards. This class is for anyone and everyone who has an interest in lettering! We’ll be...
Liquid Abstract & Resin Finishing
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
You're invited to explore these techniques for yourself! On the first day, we will create two 10x10 pieces (a small diptych) using two different liquid art techniques. On the second day, we will create a larger 14x18 piece and on the third day, we will do the resin pour for all the pieces. New techniques will be introduced as well such as blading on your paint, and embellishing with glitter and craft items. Proper resin pouring technique...
Prima Materia Workshop: Learn to Paint in 1 Day
Prima Materia Institute See all classes by this school @ 3350 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
The Prima Materia Learn to Paint Workshop is a 6-hour immersive, eye-opening workshop that will awaken your creativity and you will see and paint like an artist. You will start and finish 10 paintings, from silhouetted figures in front of a city scene to a decorative bowl filled with colorful fruit plus a seascape complete with boats and seagulls and much, much more. Impossible? Not when you know the secrets to stimulate your right brain and...