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Explore the vibrant world of watercolor and acrylic painting in San Diego, where you can learn techniques for landscapes, portraits, still life, and more. Unleash your creativity and develop your own artistic style under the guidance of experienced instructors.

1 class in-person in San Diego has spots left, and 7 classes live online are available.

Intro to Abstract Acrylic Painting

Art on 30th @ 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.

(35) Beginner 18 and older
$199

5 sessions

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Watercolor Painting: Focus on Landscapes

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Discover the beauty of watercolor landscapes with artist Zach Seeger as he guides you through advanced techniques to create stunning reflections, lush forests, and captivating skies. Enhance your painting skills and explore the rich medium of watercolor in this immersive course.

(1068) All levels 18 and older
$285

5 sessions

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Online Chalk Pastel 102

Pastimes for a Lifetime @ Live Online via Zoom

Explore the delicate and versatile world of chalk pastels with an intermediate-level class that combines art and science. Discover the history and chemistry of pigments while learning to mix and apply chalk pastels for various subject matters. Perfect for the artist who enjoys getting their hands dirty.

(20) Intermediate 7 and older
$160

4 sessions

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+1600 pts
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Portrait Painting

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Unlock the secrets of capturing the essence of a model through anatomy, proportion, and color-mixing. Embrace the challenge of painting different views of the head with live models, as you explore the art of portrait painting. Join us on this artistic journey and bring your portraits to life.

(1068) All levels 18 and older
$350

7 sessions

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Drawing with Pastel

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Unlock the vibrant world of soft pastels in this online course. Discover color theory and enhance your drawing skills as you explore classic still-lifes, figures, and photographs. Receive individual feedback and guidance from instructor Eva Nikolova along the way.

(1068) Beginner 18 and older
$330

6 sessions

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Beginners Pastel Painting

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

Explore the world of soft pastel painting and nurture your creativity with inspiring art lessons for all ages and levels. Discover endless techniques, from color blending to expressive mark making, in a supportive online art class. Tap into your inner artist and join a community of like-minded individuals in this engaging LIVE experience.

(634) Beginner 18 and older
$99

4 sessions

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Online Oil Pastel 101

Pastimes for a Lifetime @ Live Online via Zoom

Discover the world of oil pastels with this online art course. Unleash your creativity as you learn color theory, blending techniques, and how to create stunning works of art that resemble oil paintings. Perfect for beginners looking for a mess-free and vibrant medium.

(20) Beginner 7 and older
$160

4 sessions

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Spring Showers Bring May Flowers

Prima Materia Institute @ Virtual Classroom

Discover the art of painting flowers adorned with glistening morning dew in this four-part class. Whether it's a tulip, rose, poppy, or morning glory, you'll learn techniques to bring your favorite blooms to life with realistic raindrops. Perfect for beginners and returning students looking to elevate their painting skills to new heights.

(3) All levels 18 and older
$180

4 sessions

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Art 101: Getting Started with Art

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

If you're brand new to art making and don’t know where to start, this is the class for you! A fun and informative one day workshop that will get you started on your way to painting and help you decide the creative direction you'd like to go and which class is the next best step for you. Topics covered:  using acrylic paints using and cleaning brushes color mixing basics how to keep paint from drying out getting to know various tools...

(35) Beginner 18 and older
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"Let's Get Started" Chalk Paint for Beginners

The Corner Store @ 4873 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA

Learn about Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan and Annie Sloan waxes.  We'll show you step-by-step 4 painting and 3 waxing techniques so you can change your old, tired pieces into new treasures!   All you need to bring is your enthusiasm as we provide everything else needed for the workshop, including a small project to work on to try out your new skills and take home. The workshop is hands-on so dress accordingly.

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Paint Your Pooch

Lovejoy Creations @ 437 Hwy 101 #114, San Diego, CA

Paint a Fun Portrait of your Pet 15% is donated to Helen Woodard Animal Center. 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 NOTE: Kids 8-13 can attend class with an adult. Both must purchase a seat and both paint. With this age range the kid needs to have this experience...

(15) All levels 8 and older
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Liquid Abstract & Resin Painting

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Unleash your creativity and master the art of mesmerizing liquid abstract paintings. Join us for an immersive workshop where you'll explore different techniques to create stunning, flowing colors and organic patterns. Discover the secrets to resin pouring and learn how to enhance your pieces with glitter and craft items. Let your imagination run wild in this hands-on artistic experience.

(35) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$199

15 sessions

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Liquid Abstract & Resin Finishing

Art on 30th @ 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...

(35) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$199

3 sessions

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Portrait Painting

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA

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 of techniques to arrive at the goal of an expressive portrait. In this class, you'll learn how to:...

(35) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$165

4 sessions

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Intro to Minimal Realism

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Explore the fusion of Realism and Minimalism in this acrylic painting class. Discover new ways of seeing the world around you while learning techniques from renowned artists. Perfect for beginners and abstract artists looking to build a foundation in Realism with a minimalist spin.

(35) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$199

5 sessions

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Abstract Landscapes Workshop

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Explore the fundamentals of abstraction through the lens of landscape painting and learn to get loose with the help of sketching, reference photos, and abstraction techniques! Together, we’ll discover how to marry abstract language with landscape painting through various drawing and painting exercises, followed by some “open studio time” where you can further experiment and explore in a more involved artwork, applying what we’ve learned....

(35) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$199

5 sessions

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Wild Botanicals with Jennifer McHugh

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Embark on a wild and colorful journey with abstract botanicals! Join us as we explore gestural, playful creations with acrylic paints on paper and canvas. Under Jennifer's guidance, unleash your creativity with loose, layered abstractions inspired by nature's patterns. From small canvases to bold, large-scale pieces, embrace spontaneity and imperfection to bring your wild botanicals to life.

(35) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$199

5 sessions

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Make Your Mark: Adding Mark Making in Your Art with Pat MacLaggan

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Unleash your creativity in this expressive class blending drawing and painting! Dive into gestural art with energy, movement, and loose lines. Perfect for artists with some painting experience and a basic understanding of abstract techniques, this class offers a space to explore new materials and techniques.

(35) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$199

4 sessions

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Abstract Trompe L'Oeil

Prima Materia Institute

Abstract Trompe L'Oeil is an illusionistic technique that will trick viewers into thinking objects are floating above your canvas. If you love contemporary art, you'll enjoy this class. The three day workshop will give you enough time to create a refined painting of our own that will impress your friends.  Part 1 - Learn about trompe l'oeil through examples, demonstrations, and a hands on project. Create a study to learn how dimension...

(3) All levels 18 and older
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Online Summer Art Camp: Five Approaches to Portraiture

Prima Materia Institute

The virtual tour of the Masters: Rouault, Picasso, El Greco, Dumas, and Warhol, will introduce each Master’s approach and explain the steps of their unique technique. Such a diverse array of masters will enlighten you about the genesis of personal style, and encourage you to dive into each distinctive technique – with the objective to develop the style of your own. Supply List: For Drawing 9x12in Drawing pad (or any size you’d like) Set...

(3) All levels 11 - 18 years old
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Reviews for More Painting Classes in San Diego

More Painting Classes in San Diego are rated 4.5 stars based on 1,778 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Drawing with Pastel

    Reviewed by Aldona J. on 5/12/2021
    I learned so much in this class. Melanie is terrific.
  • Drawing with Pastel

    Reviewed by Carmela M. on 5/12/2021
    What a great class with a wonderful talented and supportive instructor!
  • Drawing with Pastel

    Reviewed by Linda K. on 3/7/2021
    Great teacher
  • Art 101: Getting Started with Art

    Reviewed by Gina H. on 1/30/2020
    Instructor so knowledgeable and patient, made it really fun. Very relaxed and pleasant learning environment.
  • Liquid Abstract & Resin Painting

    Reviewed by Marilyn L. on 8/22/2019
    The class was great!!! I actually thought it was a resin class when I signed up but was so happy to learn the acrylic pour! I can’t wait to do more paintings! Brandon was patient and thorough. It was such a fun class and I’m very happy with my creation!!
  • Liquid Abstract & Resin Painting

    Reviewed by Jaylin B. on 3/29/2019
    This was an amazing class. Very informative. I learned a lot. The instructor was extremely helpful, professional and friendly. The location is nice, very equip with art supplies and parking is available. I am looking forward to my next class at this location. I highly recommend it.
  • "Let's Get Started" Chalk Paint for Beginners

    Reviewed by anna p. on 1/14/2019
    Very informative! A must for someone new to this paint.
  • "Let's Get Started" Chalk Paint for Beginners

    Reviewed by Sherie M. on 12/8/2018
    Instructor was well organized, knowledgeable, patient and very helpful. She gave each of us individual time and answered all our questions. I’m looking forward to taking another class with her!
  • "Let's Get Started" Chalk Paint for Beginners

    Anonymous review on 12/2/2018
    Awesome class!!!! I will definitely be taking more!

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