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Drawing & Painting Classes San Francisco

Learn the techniques of drawing and painting in various mediums in San Francisco's vibrant art scene.

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Key Elements of Fine Arts

Art School of SF Bay @ 2424 Clement St, San Francisco, CA

Discover the secrets to drawing and painting like a pro. This course at the Art School of SF Bay will teach you the fundamentals of art, from color mixing to composition. By the end, you'll be able to create stunning portraits and captivating compositions.

(5) Beginner 18 and older
$400

14 sessions

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Atelier Program

Art School of SF Bay @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

Strengthen your technical abilities as an emerging artist at the renowned Art School of SF Bay. Discover the academic methods of the old masters and learn to draw what you see with precision and skill. Tailored to your unique learning style, this ongoing program will help you unlock your artistic potential.

(5) Intermediate 18 and older
$500

9 sessions

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Landscape Painting from Photos

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Refine your painting skills by learning how to enhance photo references in this comprehensive class. Explore techniques to bring life to your landscapes and master the art of painting from photos. Open to all painting media, this course will transform your artwork beyond mere copies.

(13) All levels 16 and older
$400

8 sessions

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Expressive Landscapes in Pastels

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Explore the beauty of natural habitats through the art of Pastels in a dynamic and engaging way. Unleash your creativity and learn to paint landscapes with various media, adding depth and texture to your artwork. Join us for an enriching artistic journey at the Richmond Art Center.

(13) Beginner 18 and older
$240

6 sessions

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Drawing Essentials: Still Life

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity with charcoal drawing techniques in this course designed for artists looking to enhance their skills. Dive into the world of still life and learn valuable techniques that will elevate your artwork and broaden your artistic horizons. Master mark-making, composition, and 3-D illusion to take your drawings to the next level.

(13) Intermediate 16 and older
$400

8 sessions

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Oil & Acrylic Painting

Art School of SF Bay @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

Unlock your artistic potential and master the techniques of oil and acrylic painting at the renowned Art School of SF Bay. Explore the beauty of nature through landscapes, learn to capture emotions in portraits, and develop your unique style. With high-quality art materials provided, embark on a transformative artistic journey.

(5) All levels 18 and older
$560

14 sessions

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Fundamentals of Oil Painting

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity with a comprehensive exploration of oil painting techniques, from materials to composition, at the Richmond Art Center. Master the art of still life painting in a supportive and inspiring environment. Discover the beauty and versatility of oil paints while honing your artistic skills.

(13) All levels 18 and older
$400

8 sessions

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Pen and Ink Architecture

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unlock the secrets of architectural drawing with the Pen and Ink Architecture course at Richmond Art Center. Discover the art of simplifying plants and buildings and explore perspective techniques. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class offers a relaxing way to build observational skills with pen and watercolor.

(13) Beginner 16 and older
$240

6 sessions

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Go Wild! African Animals in Mixed Media

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Embark on a creative journey at Richmond Art Center, exploring African wildlife through vibrant mixed media. From leopards to giraffes, unleash your artistic vision using colored pencils, pastels, watercolor, and more. No prior drawing experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and join us for two days of immersive artistry.

(13) All levels 16 and older
$240

6 sessions

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Academic Drawing

Art School of SF Bay @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

Explores the fundamentals of drawing under the guidance of experienced instructors at the renowned Art School of SF Bay. Join us to discover the power of visual expression.

(5) Beginner 16 and older
$450

15 sessions

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Color Theory

Art School of SF Bay @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

Uncover the secrets of using colors to evoke emotions and create stunning visual masterpieces. Explore color psychology and unleash your creativity with expert guidance from seasoned artists.

(5) Intermediate 18 and older
$300

7 sessions

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Beginning Watercolor

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Discover the joy and versatility of watercolor painting in this engaging course at the Richmond Art Center. Explore various techniques, materials, and styles while receiving expert guidance. No drawing experience is required.

(13) Beginner 16 and older
$240

6 sessions

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Portrait Workshop

Art School of SF Bay @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

Develop your portrait painting skills under the guidance of experienced instructors and immerse yourself in a hands-on workshop that will explore the challenge of bringing faces to life on canvas.

(5) All levels 18 and older
$320

5 sessions

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Manga for Adults

Art School of SF Bay @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

Embark on a journey to master the art of manga with professional manga artist Austin Bath at the Art School of SF Bay. Unleash your creativity as you learn the characteristics, drawing techniques, and proportions of manga style. Join us in person at our San Francisco studio for an immersive experience in the world of manga.

(5) All levels 18 and older
$450

15 sessions

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Digital Art 101

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity with a hands-on exploration of digital art essentials, including coloring techniques, layering, and adding finishing touches to your creations. Dive into character and background design to craft stunning illustrations in this engaging course. iPads with Procreate are necessary for this immersive experience - come ready to bring your vision to life!

(13) All levels 16 and older
$150

8 sessions

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Painting with Oils, Cold Wax & Pigment Sticks

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

This class encourages experimentation with layered oil painting, combining oil, cold wax, soft pastels, pigment sticks and collage. Painting tools include the unusual and the traditional. Required supplies for this program: Your collection of oil paint should include the following colors: • Titanium White • Black • Primary Yellow • Scarlet Lake • Quinacridone Rose • Quinacridone Violet ( optional) • Ultramarine Blue • Cobalt Blue...

(13) All levels 17 and older
No upcoming schedules
$305

10 sessions

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Stunning Color in Soft Pastel

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

This course offers new possibilities for artists who want to enrich their work by incorporating soft pastels to add both color and texture. Soft pastels are both a drawing and a painting medium. We will cover multiple methods and applications, and work on a variety of prepared surfaces.  Every class will begin with warm up exercises, sometimes focusing on mark making, others on color and value. You should take this course if you are fascinated...

(13) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$305

10 sessions

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An Apple a Day

Richmond Art Center

Painting apples are a simple and effective way to build some chops. Each class will consist of a 30-45 minute demo in oil, class painting and a brief critique. The course will begin with a monochromatic approach. Each week a new color scheme or painting approach will be covered and attempted. By the end of the class students will have improved their comprehension of color theory, paint application and technique. This class accepts acrylic and oil...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Everyday Still Life

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Through painting natural and man-made objects students will develop and strengthen their skills with oil paint, while also learning to appreciate the everyday. In each class students will create three paintings: one black and white, one color, and one personal choice still life. Beginners welcome. What To Bring Suggested Materials: Synthetic Brushes - oil paint brush set that includes flat, angled, filbert, fan, round, and liner (two of each,...

(13) All levels 14 and older
No upcoming schedules
$320

8 sessions

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Academic Drawing

Art School of SF Bay @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

The atelier approach strengthens the emerging artists technical ability. Learn to draw what you see while learning the same academic method that the old masters learned. This ongoing program works with each individual's desired pace. A project that takes 1 student 1 week can take another 3 weeks which is wonderful for people of all types of learning styles. Detailed Schedule 1st project: Simple Bargue using sight size This project will teach...

(5) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$500

10 sessions

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