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Discover your artistic talents and express yourself through a wide variety of art classes in San Diego, including painting, drawing, ceramics, and more, and let your creativity flourish in a supportive and inspiring environment.

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Diebenkorn Mid-Century Artist Study

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

Prerequisite for this class is Intro to Abstract Acrylics. Diebenkorn, a painter who deconstructed imagery like Mondrian, used the color of Matisse and applied his paint in the style of De Kooning. Large, luxurious, and mysterious paintings that create atmosphere are his trademarks. In this class, students will explore the many styles of Diebenkorn's work and will walk away with 1-2 unique paintings and several sketches that can be later used...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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Portrait Drawing

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

Improve your ability to capture a subject’s likeness, learn expressive drawing techniques, and expand on your style of rendering! Learn the fundamentals of creating a realistic portrait using reference photos, mirrors and your imagination. Explore a variety of techniques to arrive at the goal of an expressive portrait. In this class, you'll learn how to: Select a reference photo that will provide the best results Draw the structure of a...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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Intro to Still Life Oil Painting

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

Find out why oils are actually the easiest painting medium of them all and explore color, value, and composition! Perfect for those brand new to oil paint, returning to painting, or an experienced artist looking to add oils to your repertoire. Explore topics including studio materials, color mixing, brush techniques, layering, and measuring techniques while painting from photographs in a loose, realistic style. Students will walk away with...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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From Sketchbook to Canvas: "Wildlife

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

Love to paint but want more direction on composition and how to strategize your paintings? Looking for a guided theme to get your creative juices flowing? Take your art to the next level through a variety engaging—and FUN—themes! Jen Grisard Ludwig, a realism acrylic painter, will share her instincts on composition and sketching honed from years of drawing and graphic design. In this session, we will be painting wildlife! Capture your favorite...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Portrait Painting

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

Prerequisite for this class is Portrait Drawing. Painting portraits can be intimidating to say the least, but I want to show you how to let go of that fear! Learn the fundamental elements of creating a realistic portrait in acrylic paint using reference photos and expand on what we learned in the Portrait Drawing class. We will explore a variety of techniques to arrive at the goal of an expressive portrait. In this class, you'll learn how to:...

(35) Beginner 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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Expressive Figures

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Express yourself and tell your own story. We will begin with a session of loose, gestural life drawing with a clothed model and then in weeks two and three you will use some of those sketches to create unique paintings using unusual compositions, painting, collage, drawing, whatever you like. Supply List: Sketch paper, newsprint or whatever you have, but no smaller than 18x24. Something to support your paper on an easel - a sketch board, heavy...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Drawing for Teens

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

A special 3-week summer art workshop for teens that lets young artists go beyond the basics of drawing. Great for prepping an art portfolio for college! In this workshop, teens will learn how to draw completed 3D forms using various shading skills. Students will learn: the difference between drawing from observation vs imagination/memory how to create a value gradation scale as a reference tool various mark making skills to use graphite to create...

(35) Beginner 13 - 19 years old
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$165

3 sessions

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The World of Schiele

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Learn about renowned-artist Schiele and his expressive lines and twisted shapes, and natural backgrounds. ​Known for working with a variety of subject matters from abstracted figures that haunt you to rows of melancholy houses...all with a touch of drama. Topics covered: Class 1: portrait Class 2: figure Class 3: landscape Class 4: finishing touches ​Supply List: 3 medium canvases (20" & up) your paints and brushes palette knife...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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Getting Loose

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Explore the freedom of expression in art as you experiment with form, space, and emotion in this dynamic class at Art on 30th. Learn to loosen up your painting style, simplify composition, and embrace experimentation. Walk away with two beautiful, loose, and painterly artworks.

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Abstract Blooms

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Join us as we embrace the freshness and freedom of spring with colorful abstract blooms. These gestural, playful florals will be created with acrylic paints on canvas! Using an intuitive approach, Jennifer will guide you as you create layered floral abstractions. After some sketching, we will practice staying loose and bringing wild blooms to life on our canvases. We will explore: Making a cohesive color palette Creating very loose sketches...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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Mid-Century Abstractionism

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Take a deep dive into the lives and creative practices of famous Abstract Expressionist artists from the middle of the 20th century Take a deep dive into the lives and creative practices of famous Abstract Expressionist artists as instructor Shirin Nikoukari highlights the breadth and variety of practices in abstract art that took place around the middle of the 20th century. Artists covered: Adolph Gottlieb Sam Francis Lee Krasner Jackson...

(35) Beginner 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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Book It! Abstract Mixed Media

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Create abstract mixed media artworks using nothing but an old book! Tearing up a classic can feel like sacrilege, but destruction can engender creation. By re-purposing something worn, old and closed we can create something new, vibrant and open. In this class, you will learn: basic collage techniques for mixed media principles of composition experiment with design, value, and color develop unity, balance, and harmony in your art Students...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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Figure Drawing from Life

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Explore the intricacies of anatomy and proportions under the guidance of experienced instructors in a vibrant artistic environment. Elevate your drawing abilities through immersive practice sessions.

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Intro to Oil Painting

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Discover the beauty and ease of oil painting with this beginner-friendly course. Explore color, value, and composition while creating a loose, realistic style using non-toxic materials. Complete a painting using a photo reference of your choice.

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Paint Your Pet @ Home

Lovejoy Creations @ Online Class, Online, CA

Paint your Pet in the comfort of your home! Perfect for first-time & beginner painters ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD! Best gift for all Pet /Animal Lovers! Step 1 - Supplies DIY - Have Your Own supplies - for supply list, please reach out to [email protected] or Ultimate Personalized Kit SUPPLY KIT OPTIONS: Pet Photo Prep ONLY: $15 (Digital Delivery) Deluxe Kit - Photo Prep + Supplies specific to your pet $45 US, $65 International...

(15) All levels 8 and older
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Online Summer Art Camp: Costumed Figure & Fashion

Prima Materia Institute

Learn to recreate historical costumes and design contemporary fashions with futuristic and extravagant silhouettes. Invent your dream look. Try your hand at fashion design. Sketch a clothed figure and redesign it for a runway show. If you ever thought of a potential career in fashion design, are interested in creating fashion illustrations, entering a t-shirt contest, or adding to your portfolio of drawings, you will learn how to “make it work!"...

(3) All levels 11 - 18 years old
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Master Class

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

Come learn from a new guest instructor each session and expand your painting skills and gain fresh perspectives in art making. Our "Instructors in Residence" are internationally renowned artists with a wealth of knowledge to share. will present a single theme or topic for students to explore. Whether you’re just starting to explore art journaling or have years of experience (and countless journals!), you know it is a powerful way to re-connect...

(35) Intermediate 18 and older
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$175

6 sessions

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Paint 6-in-6

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

Paint 6 pieces of art in 6 weeks! Learn a new, contemporary acrylic painting technique each week. In this course, students will be inspired to paint with acrylics through taking a look at other top artists who use these techniques, watching a class demo, and doing a step-by-step painting project together. No more "blank canvas syndrome." This is a great way to get started, stay inspired, and walk away with multiple pieces of art!  Topics covered...

(35) Intermediate 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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Advanced Abstract Acrylics

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

This class is designed to support the seasoned artist who has been painting (in any venue) for some time, and is looking to investigate abstract art and incorporate these techniques into their body of work.  Such an artist will have completed the intermediate acrylics class or an equivalent. Experience and some knowledge of water-based paint helpful.  Prerequisite for this class is Intro to Abstract Acrylics. Note: Student...

(35) Intermediate 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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Wednesday Art Lab: Relax and Loosen Up

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

​​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 Hepworth, and Pat Steir to name a few. Our goal will be to complete one or more paintings reflecting...

(35) Intermediate 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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