Valley Art Workshop
Classes in Los Angeles
The Valley Print Studio is a community workshop dedicated to providing artists with a well-equipped environment for creating fine art prints. They strive to adapt traditional crafts to contemporary image-making and promote environmentally sensitive art production.
8 classes with availability
Life Drawing - Instructed
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Delve into figure representation through traditional methods in this engaging workshop. Command methods for delineating the body, rendering form and tonality, and depicting bone structure and muscular detail. Participate in an absorbing life-drawing experience that will motivate and spark your imagination.
Oct 27th
7–10pm PT
Oct 31st
9:30am–12:30pm PT
Nov 3rd
7–10pm PT
Nov 7th
9:30am–12:30pm PT
Nov 10th
7–10pm PT
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Life Drawing - Uninstructed
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Discover the enduring craft of figure drawing through classical forms. Understand proportion, master highlights and shadows, and examine the complexity of the human skeleton and joints. Immerse yourself in expressive creation within the dynamic realm of life drawing.
Oct 27th
7–10pm PT
Oct 31st
9:30am–12:30pm PT
Nov 3rd
7–10pm PT
Nov 7th
9:30am–12:30pm PT
Nov 10th
7–10pm PT
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Painting and Drawing: Composition
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Tailored to each student's artistic goals, this class offers expert guidance in composition, technique, and creative development. Explore a range of mediums, including acrylic, oil, watercolor, ink, and digital painting, while refining your personal vision. With individualized instruction and deep artistic knowledge on tap, this is a great space to lift your skills and bring ideas to life.
Nov 4th
10am–1pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Nov 6th
10am–1pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 2nd
10am–1pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 4th
10am–1pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Youth Art Class: Teen (Ages 14-18)
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Refine your artistic skills and develop a personal style, inside a supportive, creative community. The class builds on drawing, painting, and design fundamentals while focusing on clear artistic communication. Working in small groups, students solve creative problems and grow in confidence. Optional homework supports continued progress for dedicated young artists.
Nov 1st
3–5pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Nov 1st
5:30–7:30pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 6th
3–5pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 6th
5:30–7:30pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Youth Art Class: Pre-Teen (Ages 9-13)
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Build creativity through drawing, painting, and design while exploring art history. Young artists experiment with a range of techniques, including pencil, ink, and watercolor, as they develop a personal style. With supportive coaching, they will create still lifes, portraits, landscapes, and more. Optional homework encourages growth for any budding artist.
Nov 1st
10am–12pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Nov 1st
12:30–2:30pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 6th
10am–12pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 6th
12:30–2:30pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Life Drawing (Long Pose) - Uninstructed
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Strengthen your art practice with long-pose life drawing in a focuse setting. Working from partially costumed models, investigate anatomy, portraiture, fabric movement, and lighting at your own pace. Ideal for artists in oils or other long-term media seeking to develop detailed, expressive work.
Nov 5th
7–10pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 3rd
7–10pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Youth Art Class: College-Prep (Ages 12-18)
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Built for dedicated young artists, this advanced class supports creativity, discipline, and collaboration in a college-style setting. High expectations and active peer engagement help students sharpen their drawing and painting while building confidence and professionalism. Through critical discussion and hands-on practice, they develop the tools to set up future artistic success. Optional homework supports continued growth.
Nov 6th
4–6pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 4th
4–6pm PT
Meets 4 Times
The Kids Academy: Creating Composers (Ages 4-9)
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Young artists move through a range of creative techniques in a fun, supportive setting. Each session introduces new ideas, from watercolor painting to cartoon storytelling and animal portraits, through hands-on demonstrations led by experienced instructors. Children build foundational skills while expressing themselves freely, with free-drawing time to apply everything they just learned.
Nov 5th
4–5pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Dec 3rd
4–5pm PT
Meets 4 Times
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Graphic Novel Development
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Learn the fundamentals of graphic novel creation, from shaping compelling narratives to designing expressive characters and dynamic scenes. With a professional author/illustrator guiding you, you'll look at storytelling structure, visual methods, and hands-on exercises that bring your own comic ideas to life. No experience needed, just imagination and curiosity.
Comics Intensive
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Tap into fresh storytelling energy as you explore imaginative prompts and guided comic-making exercises. With expert demonstrations and supportive feedback, you'll develop characters, shape narratives, and sketch dynamic panels. Ideal for creators seeking inspiration or a new approach, the experience helps you break through creative blocks and bring your ideas to life.
Fantasy Sculpture
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Intuitive Figurative Sculpture From Imagination (Please arrive 20 minutes early. Parking is ample and easy. ) — PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO SUPPLY THEIR OWN MATERIALS (LISTED AT BOTTOM). JOHN WILL HAVE SOME MATERIALS AND REFERENCES TO SUPPLEMENT. — Making the jump from figure drawing to conceptual sculpture can be a huge challenge. In this four-day workshop, students will learn how to approach sculpting in an intuitive way,...
Quick Sculpt Figure
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Unlock your creativity and master the art of sculpting the human form with an introductory workshop at the renowned Valley Art Workshop. Immerse yourself in the process of transforming figure drawings into stunning conceptual sculptures, as you learn about proportion, gesture, mass, and movement. Join us for two days of hands-on practice and gain the skills to bring your artistic vision to life.
Gestural Animal Sculpture
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Learn to bring your animal sketches to life through the art of gestural animal sculpture. Discover the techniques and tools needed to create dynamic and expressive animal sculptures in this two-day workshop at Valley Art Workshop. Unleash your creativity and explore the world of animal sculpture like never before.
Relief Printing - An Introduction
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
From the original printing press to the boldness of the German Expressionists, relief printing has been a powerfully direct method of stating visual ideas. Perhaps the earthiest and most sculptural of all of the printmaking processes, students will create both wood and linoleum block cuts on Western and Eastern papers. Our workshops are designed as both professionally intensive and communally fun introductions to printmaking. Our larger service...
Storyboarding for Live Action
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
The objective of this workshop is to give students a crash course in story boarding for live action film and commercials. In this workshop students will learn: what makes a strong, dynamic storyboard frame, the different types of story boarding that exist, what to expect when working in a big budget film vs. a live action commercial. This workshop will also focus on portfolio preparation and the business aspects of storyboarding. Jeff Errico is...
Character Design
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Unlock your potential and bring characters to life in this dynamic workshop at Valley Art Workshop. Join character design expert Adam Dix as he guides you through infusing personality into your drawings, using a live costumed model for inspiration. Dive into the world of character design and discover the secrets to creating captivating and expressive figures with narrative intent.
Digital Studies: Practice & Philosophy
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Join a hands-on digital painting workshop that explores the art of creating landscape and still-life studies on site. Guided by an experienced art director, you'll sharpen your skills in observing color, light, and perspective while using digital tools. Gain valuable insights through demonstrations, critiques, and practical exercises designed to elevate your artistic practice.
Plein-Air Painting in Gouache
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Capture the beauty of the outdoors with guided instruction in plein-air gouache painting. Learn to break down complex landscapes, create strong compositions, and master perspective, value, and color harmony. With demonstrations and hands-on practice, you'll refine your ability to interpret and depict scenes with confidence. Engage in critiques and discussions to enhance your artistic vision and technique.
Nocturnes in Oil
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Delve into the art of painting nighttime scenes, exploring how value, color, and composition work together to evoke mood and atmosphere. Learn techniques for capturing artificial light, simplifying forms, and creating luminous focal points. Through on-site studies and studio work, you'll develop a finished nocturne and a deeper understanding of how to portray the mystery of night.
Papermaking
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
This workshop covers the basic techniques of Western paper-making using household items. Participants will be taught about the history of paper, the types of paper suitable for different purposes, and how to pull their own sheets. Paper making allows you to control the body of your artwork, which is the material where your images and ideas reside. These concepts are important educationally because it combines conservation with concept. People learn...
Reviews of Valley Art Workshop
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Comics Intensive
Not interactive. Felt more like a lecture with the minimum effort. Not engaging. -
Life Drawing - Instructed
I came to the class with no drawing skills and left with the best thing I’ve ever made. It was also a fun date experience! -
Life Drawing - Uninstructed
It was great! Was expecting some friendly advice or suggestions about the drawings though! -
Life Drawing - Instructed
Fun and relaxing class. Instructor was helpful and friendly. Would recommend! -
Life Drawing - Instructed
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Life Drawing (Long Pose) - Uninstructed
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Life Drawing (Long Pose) - Uninstructed
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Graphic Novel Development
David was great! He's a very impressive teacher and I highly recommend taking the class if you're interesting in learning more about graphic storytelling. He is incredibly friendly and very helpful when it comes to answering questions and giving insight into his process. Thank you! -
Portrait Drawing Workshop (Uninstructed)
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Open Drawing/Painting Workshop
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Papermaking
Great, fun, hands-on intro class. Good for a refresher course for those looking to enhance an art practice, or a fun activity with creative minded friends