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Grinch Tree – Holiday Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 2055 Thibodo Rd , Vista, CA
Get creative with a whimsical holiday painting experience inspired by mischievous Christmas characters. Follow step-by-step instruction to create your own festive masterpiece on a 16" x 20" canvas, with all painting supplies included. Perfect for all skill levels, this experience welcomes ages 14+ with an adult guardian. Craft beverages are available for purchase.
“Grinchmas” – Holiday Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 601 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
Celebrate the holidays with a playful Grinch-inspired painting featuring a festive Christmas ornament. Follow step-by-step instruction on a pre-traced 12 x 16-inch canvas while adding your own creative touches. All materials are provided, and all skill levels are welcome. Guests ages 14+ may attend with an adult guardian.
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Paint and Sip in San Diego
Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 1305 Hotspring Way, Vista, CA
Immerse yourself in a relaxed, creative session guided by a local San Diego artist. As you work toward a finished painting, you'll enjoy the city's laid-back atmosphere and the freedom to express yourself at your own pace. Whether you arrive solo or with a group, it's a casual and enjoyable way to unwind and try something new.
Fire and Ice
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school
Immerse yourself in an evening of art, ocean vibes, and relaxation as you recreate a stunning sunset wave in bold coastal hues. With step-by-step guidance from a local artist, you’ll paint your own seaside masterpiece while enjoying a lively brewery setting. Perfect for beginners or seasoned painters alike.
The Acrylic Painter
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Dive into the vibrant world of acrylic painting with our beginner-friendly course! Explore both realism and abstract styles while mastering acrylic paints, mediums, and modern tools. With step-by-step instructions and personalized feedback, you'll complete 1-2 paintings and gain the skills to continue your artistic journey. All supplies provided, including a comprehensive student kit to get you started.
Watercolor Skills
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
This class is a good fit for the beginning artist, or one who has been painting with watercolor or fluid acrylics and looking to move to the next level. Learn to "dance" with these mediums under a master of traditional and experimental techniques. Who should take this class: Anyone who is curious about, or has been painting with, watercolor or fluid acrylics. Anyone who wants to learn new techniques and reach for the next level in their skills....
Intro to Landscape Oil Painting
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Learn how to paint expressively using oil paint and photo references of Aspen in the winter time with snow and mountains. This class will have instructor demos/lessons and 1-on-1 guidance. Oil painting fundamentals are covered in every session: studio materials, color, value, atmospheric perspective, cropping photo references, blending, and layering. By the end of the course, students will have completed a painting of the Aspen landscape....
Intro to Abstract Acrylic Painting
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Unlock your creativity with Intro to Abstract Acrylic Painting. Learn new techniques in color, composition, and texture through demonstrations, critiques, and peer interaction. No drawing skills are required.
How to Become an Artist
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Discover your inner artist with a crash course in Art 101 at Art on 30th. Join instructor Wendy Kwasny as she guides beginners through the fundamentals of art, from understanding materials to mixing colors. Unleash your creativity and leave with a newfound sense of confidence in your artistic abilities.
Learn to Paint: Getting Started with Art
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Unlock your inner artist with our beginner's workshop, designed for those who've never picked up a brush. Dive into the essentials of art materials, color mixing, brush techniques, and more. Enjoy a weekend in the studio, surrounded by fellow art enthusiasts, and leave with newfound confidence and a masterpiece to share with loved ones.
Modern Calligraphy: Watercolor Brush Lettering
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
This 6-week class focuses on the basic brush strokes needed to gain control of brush markers and watercolor brushes to achieve brush calligraphy. We dabble in watercolor, learning a few techniques to create simple washes and designs. Through lots of practice and completing set exercises, you'll put your strokes into practice and explore making hand lettered cards. This class is for anyone and everyone who has an interest in lettering! We’ll be...
Liquid Abstract & Resin Finishing
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 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...
Prima Materia Workshop: Learn to Paint in 1 Day
Prima Materia Institute See all classes by this school @ 3350 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
The Prima Materia Learn to Paint Workshop is a 6-hour immersive, eye-opening workshop that will awaken your creativity and you will see and paint like an artist. You will start and finish 10 paintings, from silhouetted figures in front of a city scene to a decorative bowl filled with colorful fruit plus a seascape complete with boats and seagulls and much, much more. Impossible? Not when you know the secrets to stimulate your right brain and...
Oil & Cold Wax Effects with Acrylics Workshop
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 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...
Quirky Characters To Love
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 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,...
Raw Canvas & Fluid Acrylics
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 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.
Introduction to Palette Knife Painting
Lovejoy Creations See all classes by this school @ 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) ...
San Diego Humane Society: Paint Your Pet
Lovejoy Creations See all classes by this school @ 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...
Paint Your Pet (Realistic or PopART)
Lovejoy Creations See all classes by this school @ 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.
Halloween Tote Bag Painting
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 2550 Jason Court, San Diego, CA
Get ready for a Halloween-themed evening of creativity and fun! Join us for a Paint and Sip workshop where you'll craft your own spooky tote bag featuring a dark pumpkin design. With all supplies included and expert guidance from local artists, this pet- and kid-friendly event is perfect for all skill levels! Unleash your inner artist in a festive, spooky setting!