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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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Liquid Abstract & Resin Finishing

Art on 30th @ 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...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

3 sessions

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Intro to Watercolor Painting

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

Discover the joy of creating loose and fluid watercolor paintings in this engaging course. Learn essential techniques and receive personalized guidance from an experienced instructor. Unlock your artistic potential and gain confidence in your ability to create beautiful watercolor masterpieces.

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Mixed Media Workshop

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

Explore the exciting world of mixed media art and learn to combine various mediums to create unique and captivating pieces. Embrace your artistic potential and dive into an inspring and challenging experience.

(35) All levels 18 and older
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Oil & Cold Wax Effects with Acrylics Workshop

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

Come learn with Nancy Seiler, who is a Golden Artist Rep and the presenter for our Golden Lecture & Demo! By combining GOLDEN Open Acrylic paints (slow-drying acrylics) with GOLDEN gels, you can create layers that resemble the painting process of oil and cold wax without the use of solvents. We'll paint with brushes and scrapers, adding marks with charcoal and oil crayons. Final glazes will be with GOLDEN Fluid paints. Nancy will also show...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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Quirky Characters To Love

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

Join us for a fun paint and collage workshop with GOLDEN Artist Educator, Lisa Bebi! Characters will begin to emerge and take form through "collage play." We'll use combinations of layered imagery and aged papers, textures, and stains. Then, through the editing process, chalk paint will be applied to carve out the final personality traits of our creations. There will be instructor demos for each step of the process, include proper gluing techniques,...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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Raw Canvas & Fluid Acrylics

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

Unleash your creativity and explore the endless possibilities of working with raw canvas and fluid acrylics as you journey into the world of contemporary art.

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$110
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Art Journaling

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

Art Journaling can have an amazing, positive impact on your life as an artist or be used to put your thoughts down in a creative way. It’s a space where you can let loose and explore with colors, shapes, lines, new techniques and writing all at once. Some journals are more free-form and expressive, others are more of a “finished” art product. What is this one thing you need to know about art journaling? You need to know there are NO RULES!...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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Introduction to Palette Knife Painting

Lovejoy Creations @ 2690 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA

In this class you will paint with a palette knife, on a flat panel. You pick your colors, and whether you want to paint a: Butterfly Dragonfly Sea turtle Seahorse Hummingbird Feel free to bring an image of a window decal, stencil or shiloette Due to the scraping method I will teach you, paint will splatter, please wear clothes you don't mind if a little bit of paint gets on.   In this class, you will: Work at Your Pace (up to 3 hours) ...

(15) Beginner 8 and older
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La Jolla Cove

Painting & Vino @ 16081 San Dieguito Rd, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Join us for a wonderful night out. You’ll get Step by Step instruction while enjoying fantastic food and wine available for purchase. You will be creating this beautiful view of La Jolla Cove on 12×16 inch Canvas. It’s easy and really fun to paint! No experience is necessary. With Painting & Vino, you’ll have an amazing time and walk away with a stunning painting you created yourself. We encourage artistic freedom! You can...

(11) All levels 21 and older
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San Diego Humane Society: Paint Your Pet

Lovejoy Creations @ 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, CA

Work at Your Pace (up to 3 hours) Step by Step Instruction Family Fun (well behaved kids welcome) All Supplies & pre-drawn pet included in price Email a photo of your pet to be pre-drawn on your canvas Please email 2-3 in-focus photos at least 2 days prior to the event (sooner is better) at [email protected]. This photo will be sketched onto your 11x14 canvas. If you do not email your photo, then we can not prepare your canvas...

(15) All levels 8 and older
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Paint Your Pet (Realistic or PopART)

Lovejoy Creations @ 890 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA

Unleash your inner artist and bring your beloved pet to life on canvas with Lovejoy Creations. Choose between a realistic or pop art style and learn how to transfer your pet's photo onto a canvas panel. This self-paced workshop provides all the supplies you need, so you can paint at home and receive guidance from Lovejoy whenever you have questions.

(15) All levels 13 and older
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Bright Flowers – Paint and Sip

Painting & Vino @ 2000 El Cajon Blvd , San Diego, CA

Unleash your inner artist   as we guide you step by step through painting Bright  Flowers! No experience is necessary so bring a date, or a friend or even come solo. Our instructor will provide everything you need thus get ready for an unforgettable evening! What to expect All painting supplies are provided including, canvas, brushes, as well as paints, a water cup, and an easel. Step-by-step painting instructions from a professional...

(11) Beginner 21 and older
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Painting Skills: Color and Composition

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

With 1-on-1 guidance and instructor demos, learn how to master color theory, color mixing, and composition for stronger and more beautiful paintings. For acrylic and oil painters of all skill levels. ​Beginning painters will receive plenty of guidance. Advanced painters will receive specific instruction to reach the next level. Topics covered: Understanding color terms and color theory Organizing your palette and avoiding muddy...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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Acrylic Paint Made Easy: 2-Day Workshop

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

Jumpstart or Restart your acrylic painting and take your artwork to the next level with Joe A. Oakes! Let's start with discussions on valuable art principals and then move on to important painting techniques to transform an ordinary image into something extraordinary. Learn of all of this in a fun, relaxed environment that will help experienced artists grow and beginners be inspired. Any painting style or subject matter can be used with this...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$165

2 sessions

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Illustration 101

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

Learn how to conceptualize and develop an endearing, realistic character using thumbnail sketches. Create captivating visual layouts and design for genres such as: Advertising Architectural Rendering Cover Art Cartooning Graphic Novel Fashion Illustration Technical Illustration Experiment with various color palettes to convey mood and emotion. Delve into mixed-media methods to enhance your work with depth and lively hues. From watercolor...

(35) Beginner 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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Drawing Boot Camp for Beginners

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

Whether you haven't drawn since grade-school, or you're a painter that needs a refresher, you'll have a great time exploring new techniques that can be applied right away. Learn simple methods to produce your own style of sketching Learn to sketch for preparing a painting Use of the sketchbook and variety of drawing materials: pencil, pen, brush, marker, etc. How to draw what you see in your head with and without reference photos ... and much...

(35) Beginner 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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Contemporary Oil Painting

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

Learn about painting materials, contemporary styles, blending paint, contrast, sketching, the underpainting and basic color theory. Students will also study oil painting exercises that cover color and form, distance and texture, basic forms and color value scale through painting from photos. This 6-week class will move at each individual student’s pace and skill. By the end of the course, the student will have a basic understanding of oil painting...

(35) Beginner 18 and older
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$199

6 sessions

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Intro to Realism Drawing

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

A hands-on studio approach covering all the fundamentals of realism 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....

(35) Beginner 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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From Sketchbook to Canvas: "Pet Portraits"

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

Create colorful and unique pet portraits from start to finish using your own photographs to paint creatures of all kinds, from furry to feathery to scaly! In this class, you will learn to create a pet (or other animal) portrait that is unique to you as the artist as well as to your subject. We will cover concepts in composition, style, and effects to create animalian details like fur. In this class, you'll learn how to: How to create a compelling...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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From Sketchbook to Canvas: "Botanicals"

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

Create a set of colorful and unique floral paintings from start to finish using your own photographs or live flowers as subjects! In this class, you will learn to render the vivid colors and various textures of flowers in a way as unique to you as it is to your subject. We will cover concepts in composition, style, and effects to create a series of mini floral portraits, covering everything from shiny leaves to light-filtering petals. In this...

(35) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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