Art Classes in San Francisco, CA

The new Lunch & Learn series will commence on January 17 at SNAD.  Taking place during the noon hour on the third Wednesday of each month from January to October, this collaboration between San Francisco Embroiderers’ Guild and San Francisco School of Needlework and Design will offer informative and interactive presentations or workshops. ...

Take a first step into the world of hot glass with this 3-hour class in which you'll learn how to manipulate molten glass, add color and shape it into a beautiful paperweight.

Try out different embroidery techniques in our Technique Taster Series! Each three hour class covers a different technique: crewelwork, needlepainting, goldwork, stumpwork, blackwork, whitework, needlepoint, and appliqué. You will have a choice of two different designs within each technique. This class is a great follow up to our Bite-size Embroidery...

Lapidary 101 for all skill levels: Included insight into gem and mineral attributes for working with stone; learn and practice basic, advanced, and carving techniques. Create semi-precious stone cabochons: orientate, trim, shape, and polish stones. We start with standard template design, then graduate to free form technique and carving. Use finished...

The introductory flower design is a great course to expand your skills into the world of flower designing covering approximately 10 different styles of design. We go from American to European to bridal.  The course consist of many projects all done in class. All hands on with all your flowers and containers included. We also discuss the marketing...

Join us for a great afternoon or evening of flower design. The Sampler classes are for individuals who want to try out our school and go home with a wealth of knowledge about the world of flower designing. It’s three great projects covering American to European design.  Michael Gaffney will be there to teach and also give you his book Design...

The Original Paint Nite: Unleash your inner artist Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist at the Original Paint Nite. You’ll go from a blank canvas to a masterpiece of your own, with plenty of laughs along the way. Show up early to find your seat, grab a bite, and get a cocktail in hand. Yaymaker events give you everything you need to...

This intro-level class is designed to allow students to make their own pilsner-style beer glass or a classic stemless wine glass. Each student will learn the basic skills to see how drinking glasses are made for everyday use.  No previous glassblowing experience is required.

The Original Paint Nite: Unleash your inner artist Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist at the Original Paint Nite. You’ll go from a blank canvas to a masterpiece of your own, with plenty of laughs along the way. Show up early to find your seat, grab a bite, and get a cocktail in hand. Yaymaker events give you everything you need to...

This type of hand embroidery is very easy to learn as we cover fabric selection, marking tools, and many useful tips and techniques. We will also cover how to choose the right type of embroidery stitches and thread types for different applications. Detailed instruction will be given on how to create a variety of stitches and use them in really interesting...

The Original Paint Nite: Unleash your inner artist Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist at the Original Paint Nite. You’ll go from a blank canvas to a masterpiece of your own, with plenty of laughs along the way. Show up early to find your seat, grab a bite, and get a cocktail in hand. Yaymaker events give you everything you need to...

The Original Paint Nite: Unleash your inner artist The Original Paint Nite: Unleash your inner artist MUSIC! FUN! FOOD! DRINKS! PAINTING! Whether you are a dabbling Da Vinci, a practicing Picasso or an amateur Andy Warhol, come unleash your artistic talent with Paint Nite! We will provide the paint, easels and professional guidance while you paint...

Never picked up a needle or haven’t since you were young? Join us for Bite-Size Embroidery for Beginners. Easy and fun, you will leave with a completed embroidery! Learn chain stitch, satin stitch, whipped back stitch, and French knots as well as basic skills such as how to trace a design onto fabric and thread the needle. Personalize your piece...

Learn to sew this beautiful and versatile exposed stitch book. The spine is quite flexible and allows for your book to open completely flat. Focus on learning this unique sewing process while using pre cut materials and tools to help you get the job done. Choose from a variety of cover materials from fine book cloth to colorful paste papers and Nepalese...

Dive into the beauty of ceramic form and function. This class will provide opportunities for continuing students to explore new forms and refine throwing skills. Some discussions and demos will be incorporated into class time. Fee includes glaze and firing fee.  Prior wheel throwing experience recommended. Clay available for purchase at Art...