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Prima Materia Institute in San Diego, California is a progressive art school offering unconventional techniques and flexible enrollment for artists of all levels. With highly trained instructors and a relaxed atmosphere, it is the perfect place for those seeking better art training and a unique painting experience.
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Essential Drawing Course for Beginners
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Build a strong foundation in realistic drawing through live online classes held every Tuesday. Students explore a variety of subjects including portraits, still lifes, and landscapes using multiple mediums, progressing steadily with expert feedback and structured guidance. A thorough and well-rounded introduction to drawing for beginners and developing artists.
Nov 3rd
5:30–7pm PT
$50
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Nov 10th
5:30–7pm PT
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Nov 17th
5:30–7pm PT
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Nov 24th
5:30–7pm PT
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Dec 1st
5:30–7pm PT
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Tue. Nov 3rd, 5:30–7pm PT
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Drawing Made Easy for the Complete Beginners
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Step into your artistic side and pick up essential drawing techniques with expert guidance. Learn how to build light, shadow, texture, and form through step-by-step instruction. Join us for a hands-on session and tap into the magic of drawing.
Nov 7th
12–1pm PT
$20
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Dec 5th
12–1pm PT
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Jan 2nd
12–1pm PT
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Painting in the State of Flow
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Unlock the artist's ultimate goal: the creative flow. Join our course to delve into the mesmerizing world of poured painting, where the medium effortlessly guides your masterpiece. Over 4 weeks (8 classes) we'll harness the natural flow of paint, exploring the delicate balance between control and spontaneity, as the liquid medium encourages a more open-minded approach to painting landscapes. “The actions and awareness merge so that it seems that...
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Fashion Design: Mixed Media on Canvas
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Embark on a transformative journey into the realm where fashion meets canvas. Explore unconventional materials to craft vibrant, larger-than-life figures that blur the lines between art and design. Unleash your creativity and redefine artistic boundaries in this unique, liberating experience.
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How To Paint Abstract Illusionism
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Unlock the secrets of abstract illusionism by mastering the art of trompe l’oeil effects in non-representational painting. Discover how to infuse depth and dimension into your abstracts with techniques that transform flat canvases into mesmerizing visual experiences. Learn from expert demonstrations to elevate your work from ordinary to extraordinary.
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Vertical Brushstrokes in the Style of a Tapestry
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Transform your painting technique by shifting from traditional brushstrokes to vertical marks, creating a unique tapestry-like effect. This project encourages creative expansion, as you explore a familiar subject in an unfamiliar way. Using a photo-reference of your choice, you'll discover how technique can elevate your work and unlock new artistic possibilities.
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Be Your Own Model - Self Portrait with a Mirror
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Discover your true self and personal expression by painting a self-portrait in the Be Your Own Model course. Unleash your creativity as you personalize your setup and surroundings to reflect your personality. Whether you're a fine artist, illustrator, or animator, this course will help you bring your unique vision to life.
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Profiles
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Discover the magic of creating lifelike portraits in this fast-paced course at Prima Materia Institute. Gain confidence and freedom in rendering faces in profile using a unique technique that combines accelerated art training and the psychology of learning through play. Unleash your inner potential and create freely without inhibition.
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Trompe L'Oeil
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Unleash the magic of Trompe l'oeil painting and master the art of optical deception. Learn to create stunning illusions that captivate the eye and trick the mind, impressing guests with your realistic creations. Perfect for intermediate students with a flair for color mixing, this course guides you step-by-step in designing and executing trompe l'oeil masterpieces that bring walls to life.
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Painting with Sponge Rollers: Antique Sculpture
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Unleash your creativity at Prima Materia Institute with "Painting with Sponge Rollers: Antique Sculpture." Step beyond traditional techniques as you explore monumental canvases inspired by the grace of ancient warriors and gods. Embrace the unexpected with latex house paint and sponge rollers, forging a new path in expressive artistry. Ideal for intermediate to advanced artists seeking to redefine their artistic boundaries and discover the liberating joy of uninhibited creation.
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Academic Drawing of Figure in Contrapposto
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Explore the timeless art of capturing lifelike human form through the graceful pose of contrapposto. Master the intricacies of anatomy, light, and perspective in this intensive five-week course at Prima Materia Institute. Perfect for serious artists seeking to elevate their portfolio with skilled, realistic figure drawing.
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Figure in Bas-Relief
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Dive into the art of bas-relief with a hands-on papier-mâché process, transforming a flat surface into a dynamic, three-dimensional piece. Master sculpting techniques to create tactile, voluminous figures, then bring them to life with vibrant acrylics or oils. Elevate your artistic skills from drawing to immersive sculpture with this unique experience.
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Figure in Monoprint
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Discover the transformative art of monoprinting, where each imprint reveals a unique interplay of color and texture. Through the observation of live models, you'll learn to adapt your artistic techniques and embrace spontaneity, resulting in exciting new creations. This hands-on approach encourages artistic growth, allowing both seasoned and emerging artists to break free from habits and develop a fresh perspective on their work. All levels are welcome to explore this dynamic medium!
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Painting Faces with Rags, Inspired by Marlene Dumas
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Unlock the secrets of portraiture in a transformative experience where rags, not brushes, become your tool of choice. Inspired by the bold techniques of Marlene Dumas, you'll learn to create lifelike faces with ease, embracing a therapeutic approach that quiets your inner critic. Discover how to blend colors seamlessly and connect your vision with your hands, allowing your artistic expression to flourish like never before. All skill levels welcome!
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Torso in Impasto
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Elevate your art with the captivating technique of impasto in painting the torso. Discover how thickly applied paint can add depth and dimension to your work, creating rich textures and dynamic compositions. Perfect for intermediate students and advanced beginners, this course offers a unique opportunity to enhance your portfolio and explore new dimensions in your artistic journey.
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The Most Basic Approach to the Human Figure
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Master the art of simplifying the human figure with cubism in this essential course. Learn to tackle complex scenes with ease, whether from imagination or with models, setting yourself apart as an illustrator, animator, or fine artist. Perfect for those with basic drawing skills, this class offers demonstrations and examples to guide your learning journey.
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Painting the Costumed Figure
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Master the art of painting the costumed figure in this comprehensive course suitable for students with basic drawing skills. Explore the intricate details of fabrics, folds, and accessories while honing your understanding of proportions and anatomy.
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Right-Brain Training - Learn To Paint in 3 Days
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Unlock your innate artistic brilliance and silence your inner critic with Prima Materia Institute's transformative sessions. Discover the effortless joy of painting and tap into your creative potential like never before.
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The Art of Layers: Abstract and Realism Merged
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In these four sessions of figure drawing, you will be guided through making four colorful figure drawings, using only black and white soft pastels or conte. The size of paper is your choice, but the more ambitious can choose larger paper. This is a mixed media project where you will be utilizing several mediums, including water-based, so make sure that your paper is heavy enough. Sketch paper or drawing paper is not appropriate. We will start with...
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Warm vs Cool: Mastering Temperature of Color
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The concept of cool color vs. warm color in art is a notorious challenge. It is referred to as “temperature of color”. We’ve been getting requests from our students to explain temperature as it relates to painting. By popular demand, we are offering this 6-week course that will address this. In this course, you will learn a technique that will help you understand why and when to use cold and warm colors. It is important for expressing the difference...
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Reviews of Prima Materia Institute
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Drawing Made Easy for the Complete Beginners
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Essential Drawing Course for Beginners
This was an awesome course. It helped me to start seeing the world like an artist and deepened my understanding of how to create images with pencil and paper. -
Drawing Made Easy for the Complete Beginners
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Drawing Made Easy for the Complete Beginner
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Drawing Made Easy for the Complete Beginner
great instructor!
