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In these courses, students will learn new techniques about color and composition, texture with gels and pastes, glazing, and how to finish a painting through class demonstration, instructor critique, and peer interaction. Students will complete paintings as part of the lesson with the class as a whole, following the instructor's step-by-step guidance....

Coronado Island is considered by many to be the crown jewel of San Diego County.  This composition class will explore the beauty of Coronado, from beach activity to the majestic architecture of the Hotel Del.  Join your DPA Instructor as he walks you through techniques designed to enhance your vision of these subjects in a way you’ve never...

Prerequisite for this class is Portrait Drawing. Painting portraits can be intimidating to say the least, but I want to show you how to let go of that fear! Learn the fundamental elements of creating a realistic portrait in acrylic paint using reference photos and expand on what we learned in the Portrait Drawing class. We will explore a variety...

Come join us to discover the history, fun, and funkiness of Ocean Beach as we take our mind’s eye through one of San Diego’s most unique beach communities. This place has it all — a pier, small town stores and antique shops, great looking palm trees, and some fascinating personalities. And with the evening hours of this workshop you can catch...

Composition in the Field: Waterfront San Diego San Diego’s waterfront contains a wonderland of activity and views, so it is no surprise you will find so many visitors walking along it.  Develop the technique of panning as bikers pass by. Your teacher will discuss composition strategies to create compelling waterscapes of fishing boats, aircraft...

Lets spend some time at the beach as we explore the childlike wonder and stimulation it offers.  Sounds, sights, water and light!  Mission Beach offers an amusement park, carousel, arcade, waves, flip-flopped beachgoers, and even a roller coaster!  So much in such a compact place.  This location is loaded with color and light, ...

Balboa Park is the nation’s largest urban cultural park.  Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens, and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes—all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction! ...

In this workshop, we'll be using what we learned in Color Mixing Basics and use it to explore how to: identify color schemes choose colors that don't fight with each other recognize that the appearance of color depends on its surroundings arrange colors to discover the logic behind their interaction use transitional tones to unify colors ...and...

Suitable for all levels of experience. Possible projects include cups bowls plates and more. Choose your own projects, teacher provides individual instruction and demonstrations. Enrollment ongoing.  Materials and tools not included. Please Note: Minimum enrollment is 4 students or class will not run For minors under 14 years old, Guardian...

This workshop will offer instruction for people who want to learn the ins and outs of their cameras. Improve your skills no matter which camera model you own! Take this Course if you: Just purchased a Digital SLR Camera/Point and shoot camera Want to learn to make simple and creative changes to your pictures using the functions of your camera...

Capture the beauty of the world around you in a loose and fluid style using watercolors!  In this course, we will focus on drawing for watercolor, color mixing, brush work and critique. Explore how to find the perfect subject to paint, techniques for better composition, editing tips, how to manage the amount of time it takes to paint your piece,...

Learn to paint you own colorful Artist Tote Bag that is easy, fun, and washable!​ In this workshop, learn how to properly apply acrylic paint to fabric using a fabric medium, plan a design for your tote, and select a complementary color palette. ​You'll will walk away with your very own, one-of-a-kind "designer" bag and the knowledge to create...

Paint a Fun Portrait of your Pet! 15% is donated to Labs + Friends Dog Rescue. NEW format & in-person classes You will paint on canvas panels instead of stretched canvases (the switch is due to supply costs) You can choose the size of your canvas panel - 8x10, 9x12 or 11x14 You get to choose your painting style - Realistic or POPArt You...