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“Autumn River” Paint & Sip

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Create a football-inspired canvas painting in a relaxed, social setting. Follow step-by-step guidance as you customize team helmets with your favorite logos and colors. Paint individually or collaborate with a partner, with all supplies provided. No prior painting experience is required.

(13) Beginner 13 and older
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Icy River Paint & Sip: A Winter-Inspired Painting Experience

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Unwind during a relaxing evening of painting inspired by the tranquil beauty of an icy river. Follow guided instruction to create your own winter-themed artwork while exploring your creativity. Perfect for all skill levels, this experience offers a welcoming setting to socialize and create a personalized masterpiece.

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Academic Drawing

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Explore the core principles of drawing in a supportive class led by skilled instructors at the Art School of SF Bay. Students develop foundational visual skills and discover the expressive power of line, form, and composition.

(5) Beginner 16 and older
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Key Elements of Fine Arts

Art School of SF Bay See all classes by this school @ 1601 Irving St, San Francisco, CA

Discover the techniques behind drawing and painting like a pro. This course at the Art School of SF Bay teaches you the fundamentals of art, from mixing color to building strong compositions. By the end, you'll be ready to create striking portraits and captivating works that reflect your own vision.

(5) Beginner 18 and older
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Autumn Love Paint & Sip

Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 2618 Gateway Oaks Dr, San Francisco, CA

Celebrate the beauty of autumn with a relaxing paint and sip experience in Sacramento. Follow guided instruction to create a seasonal masterpiece while enjoying a welcoming, social atmosphere. Perfect for all skill levels, this creative outing offers an opportunity to unwind, connect, and explore your artistic side.

(13) Beginner 13 and older
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Melanated Skin Portrait Painting Workshop

Immerse yourself in the art of oil painting with a focus on accurately portraying melanated skin tones. This workshop guides Bay Area artists through classical techniques, from setting up a canvas to completing a portrait, all while working from a live model. You'll gain the skills to represent your community's stories and visions with depth and authenticity. Bring your supplies and join us in this creative journey.

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  • 16 and older
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  • 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA
  • 12 hours over 4 sessions

Start Dates (0) $320/person

  • 16 - 18+ yrs

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Class Description

Description

This painting workshop is for Bay Area artists who want to learn and practice classical oil painting tools and techniques for the sake of representing our communities’ stories, visions and futures. Participants will learn from start to finish how to set up and complete a painting, working from a live model to paint darker skin tones accurately in oils.

This workshop schedule varries:

Day 1: 4 Hours, 4:00pm to 8:00pm

Day 2: 3 Hours, 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Day 3: 3 Hours, 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Day 4: 3 Hours, 5:00pm to 8:00pm

What to Bring:

  • Charcoal pencils (Generals 2b)
  • White chalk pencil (Generals)
  • Blade for sharpening
  • Sanding pad
  • Kneaded erase
  • Newsprint 18x24
  • Drawing board
  • Sketchbook (optional)
  • Round Bristle Brush (optional)
  • Handheld mirror (optional)

Oil Paint:

  • Recommended colors: titanium white, yellow ochre, transparent earth yellow, venetian red, quinacridone red, ultramarine blue, raw umber, mars black
  • Additional colors (optional): transparent earth red, burnt sienna, gamblin asphaltum

 Medium:

  • Gamblin’s solvent free gel
  • Linseed oil
  • (solvents not permitted)

Brushes: 

  • Bristle rounds: 2, 4, 6, 8
  • Sable round: 2

Palette:

  • Palette paper
  • Masterson Palette Box
  • Rags and/or Paper Towels

Brush cleaning:

  • Recommended: Safflower oil, soap and water


Refund Policy

When class/workshop enrollment is below the minimum three days prior to the first day of class, the class may be cancelled. If there is a cancellation, we will contact registered students at least 2 days before the start of the class/workshop by email or by phone.

We will offer students the option to transfer into another class or receive a full refund for the amount paid.

Classes are not refunded due to failure to attend class, planned absences, minor illnesses, or vacations.

If you drop a class:

  • If you drop a class at least 8 business days before it starts, you will receive a 100% refund minus a $20 administrative fee.
  • If you drop a class between 7 to 2 business days before it starts, there are no refunds. At this point students may receive a class credit if the school is able to replace your seat with another student before the start of class. If this is not possible, crediting will not be offered.
  • If you drop a class on or after the class start date, no refunds or credits are possible.

Transfers:

  • If you transfer to from one class to another class of equal value or more, there is no administrative fee.
  • Otherwise an admin fee will be charged for transfers.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Richmond Art Center

The Richmond Art Center is a leading visual arts center in the East Bay, offering diverse arts experiences to people of all ages. They provide hands-on learning, well-equipped studios, traveling art programs, and rotating exhibitions featuring both emerging and established Bay Area artists.

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