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Abstract Painting Classes San Francisco

Explore the world of abstract painting in San Francisco and unleash your creativity through various techniques such as color mixing, mark-making, and composition, while gaining a deeper understanding of contemporary art practices.

Unfortunately, no classes in-person in San Francisco have spots left, but 2 classes live online are available.

Introduction to Abstract Painting

New York School of the Arts @ Online Classroom

Unleash your creativity and explore the captivating world of abstract painting. Join us at the renowned New York School of the Arts to experiment with different techniques, delve into the properties of acrylic paint, and master color mixing. Discover the endless possibilities of composition, textures, and layers in this insightful course.

(72) Beginner 18 and older
$430

8 sessions

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Advanced Abstract Painting

New York School of the Arts @ Online Classroom

Expand your artistic horizons and deepen your understanding of abstract painting at the esteemed New York School of the Arts. Discover your visual vocabulary and explore different media as you experiment with abstract art within various artistic movements. Gain valuable technical demonstrations and personalized feedback to develop your body of work.

(72) Advanced 18 and older
$430

8 sessions

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Abstraction

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Does the ambiguity of abstraction intimidate you? This class guides participants in understanding their aesthetic interests while transforming them into a unique style.  In an open studio format students are encouraged to experiment and develop their artistic intent. Students will have one on one time to discuss their ideas, objectives, challenges, etc. with the instructor.  This class is similar to a group study in abstract/ non-objective...

(13) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$295

9 sessions

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Express your Wild Creativity: 4-day Abstract Art

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

Express your Wild Creativity: 4-day Abstract Art Intensive “Cut Loose!  Get Bold!  Find Your Marks!” Go wild with us! Bring your courage, your curiosity, your love of creating for this 4-day intensive abstract acrylic workshop. This workshop is chock full of learning, exploring, delving, trusting, getting wildly creative. You will be guided in a series of structured loosening up exercises, using acrylic paint and a variety of drawing...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$950

4 sessions

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Abstract Art: Dialogues with Nature

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 1695 Piner Rd, Santa Rosa, CA

This 2 day workshop allows us to explore our connection to the land and our sense of place. On Saturday, we will begin in Ragel Park, exploring, making sketches and color studies then take these back to the studio and synthesize our experience creating abstract paintings by combining our findings and sensations.  Limited to 8 people.  All Levels welcome. Students will be responsible for bringing the following supplies. ****Mixed media...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$550

2 sessions

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2 Day Paint Big Abstract Art Workshop

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

This is not a workshop for beginners. Participants will bring all their own equipment, paints and canvas. Studio will provide buckets, some house paints, some large tools, misc paints.

Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$550

2 sessions

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Studio Practice in Abstract Art

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

Unleash your creativity in a supportive and vibrant community of artists from around the world. Join us for a monthly exploration of different abstract art topics, where you'll engage in guided exercises, receive one-on-one support, and have plenty of free time to paint. No experience is necessary - just bring your passion and your materials!

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$300

4 sessions

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Journey Into Expression - Abstract Art Workshop

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

Unleash your creativity and discover your unique artistic voice in this immersive abstract art workshop. Join us for a day of exploration and self-expression as you learn to bring balance and meaning to your artwork. Limited spots available, so sign up now!

Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$300
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Mark Making Workshop (In Studio)

Living Your Wild Creativity

LET LOOSE! GET WILD! This workshop will change your art! You will experience and explore, delve and create, and find your way with confidence and boldness to express what is uniquely you. In this class you will be guided in the learning process through creative exercises. You will also have time for your own personal desires in painting. (Pacific Time) via Zoom) Mark Making is my specialty and passion! I will show you: Ways to find your...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Building a Painting with Stencils, Frisket and Tape

Living Your Wild Creativity

IGNITE YOUR WILD CREATIVITY! CREATING ABSTRACT PAINTINGS WITH PASSION! BUILDING A PAINTING: LAYERING WITH STENCILS, FRISKET AND TAPE DAYLONG WORKSHOP This is the first of two exciting day-long workshops since COVID began. You will learn abstract acrylic painting techniques by building a painting with stencils, frisket and tape.  This workshop is offered in studio and LIVE online via zoom. You will get lots of experience trying new things...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Get Wild! Make Your Mark!

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

This is a day of pure fun, letting go and getting wild!  Claude and I will faciliatate making all kinds of marks with strange and crazy tools….  Working big, small, whatever you can imagine, we are going to do it! This is a time to release and let go of all expectations and fears of making your own wild marks!   No experience necessary.   You will learn: Mark making as a natural act Mark making as an extension...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$250
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Come to Your Senses

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

This day long workshop explores expressing what we hear, smell, taste. Our senses give us rich material for freely expressing the world around us with paint. Let go of your mind and feel the world! You will be surprised and delighted with your own discoveries.  Limited to 6 people. All Levels welcome. Students will be responsible for bringing the following supplies. Mixed media (Canson) workbook 9” x 12” or 11” x 14” larger paper:...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$250
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Marks, Marks, Marks!

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

Marks are the basis of all abstract art. This day long workshop is a great way to get in touch with your authentic marks and let go of inhibitions and control. Learn techniques to push your marks to make them exciting and dynamic!  Learn how to create paintings with your marks! This workshop will infuse new energy and life into your paintings with new fresh marks. You will try new mark making tools as well. Limited to 6 people. All Levels welcome....

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$250
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Color in the Middle of Winter

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

We will be exploring contrast and harmony to make your paintings sing and pop! You will learn lots of tips and tricks in this short course on Color. Must bring your own supplies except for basic studio use and materials. Supplies to bring: Mixed media (Canson) workbook 9” x 12” or 11” x 14” 1  tablet palette paper 11” x 14”  Full body Liquitex or Golden Acrylic paints  2.7 oz tubes Titanium white Mars black ...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$200

2 sessions

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Play, Explore, Trust Yourself: Abstract Art Course

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

This Class will ground you with good fundamentals for creating your own Abstract Art Practice. We will also spend the time establishing trust in your own tuititive process for expressing your heart’s desire. This is a classroom settting with talks, slide shows, videos and exercises to build a great foundation. All levels welcome and especially good for anyone new to Abstract Art.  We will cover: Understanding Abstract Art and what an artist...

Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$150
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Ignite Your Wild Creativity: Creating Abstract Painting

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

LET LOOSE!  GET WILD! Bring a handful of unfinished or unresolved paintings that may have you asking what next?  It is more of a one on one independent work where we will review what you are doing and move your paintings to a new level where you enliven them and restart the conversation.   In this process, you will gain courage, build trust in your own artistic choices, and grow your skills of making dynamic paintings.  Materials...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$300
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Wild Paint: Abstract Art Day Long Workshop

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 1695 Piner Rd, Santa Rosa, CA

Unleash your creativity and explore the thrilling world of abstract art in this dynamic workshop. Push your limits and make vibrant paintings as you strengthen your intuition, master color techniques, enhance composition, and create solid structures. Open to all levels, this workshop will guide you through fun exercises and provide you with the tools to create your own wild and expressive artworks.

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$300
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