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Contemporary Oil Painting
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Learn about painting materials, contemporary styles, blending paint, contrast, sketching, the underpainting and basic color theory. Students will also study oil painting exercises that cover color and form, distance and texture, basic forms and color value scale through painting from photos. This 6-week class will move at each individual student’s pace and skill. By the end of the course, the student will have a basic understanding of oil painting...
Intro to Realism Drawing
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
A hands-on studio approach covering all the fundamentals of realism drawing!This class will consist of instructor demos and practical exercises. It will cover a refresher of the basics of drawing, tools, and techniques in pencil and charcoal and will explore some new horizons along the way.Students will leave this workshop with tools and skills to confidently create works on their own.This class is for beginning and intermediate level artists....
From Sketchbook to Canvas: "Pet Portraits"
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Create colorful and unique pet portraits from start to finish using your own photographs to paint creatures of all kinds, from furry to feathery to scaly! In this class, you will learn to create a pet (or other animal) portrait that is unique to you as the artist as well as to your subject. We will cover concepts in composition, style, and effects to create animalian details like fur. In this class, you'll learn how to: How to create a compelling...
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From Sketchbook to Canvas: "Botanicals"
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Create a set of colorful and unique floral paintings from start to finish using your own photographs or live flowers as subjects! In this class, you will learn to render the vivid colors and various textures of flowers in a way as unique to you as it is to your subject. We will cover concepts in composition, style, and effects to create a series of mini floral portraits, covering everything from shiny leaves to light-filtering petals. In this...
Diebenkorn Mid-Century Artist Study
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Prerequisite for this class is Intro to Abstract Acrylics. Diebenkorn, a painter who deconstructed imagery like Mondrian, used the color of Matisse and applied his paint in the style of De Kooning. Large, luxurious, and mysterious paintings that create atmosphere are his trademarks. In this class, students will explore the many styles of Diebenkorn's work and will walk away with 1-2 unique paintings and several sketches that can be later used...
Portrait Drawing
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Improve your ability to capture a subject’s likeness, learn expressive drawing techniques, and expand on your style of rendering! Learn the fundamentals of creating a realistic portrait using reference photos, mirrors and your imagination. Explore a variety of techniques to arrive at the goal of an expressive portrait. In this class, you'll learn how to: Select a reference photo that will provide the best results Draw the structure of a...
Intro to Still Life Oil Painting
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Find out why oils are actually the easiest painting medium of them all and explore color, value, and composition! Perfect for those brand new to oil paint, returning to painting, or an experienced artist looking to add oils to your repertoire. Explore topics including studio materials, color mixing, brush techniques, layering, and measuring techniques while painting from photographs in a loose, realistic style. Students will walk away with...
From Sketchbook to Canvas: "Wildlife
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th St, San Diego, CA
Love to paint but want more direction on composition and how to strategize your paintings? Looking for a guided theme to get your creative juices flowing? Take your art to the next level through a variety engaging—and FUN—themes! Jen Grisard Ludwig, a realism acrylic painter, will share her instincts on composition and sketching honed from years of drawing and graphic design. In this session, we will be painting wildlife! Capture your favorite...
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:...
Expressive Figures
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Express yourself and tell your own story. We will begin with a session of loose, gestural life drawing with a clothed model and then in weeks two and three you will use some of those sketches to create unique paintings using unusual compositions, painting, collage, drawing, whatever you like. Supply List: Sketch paper, newsprint or whatever you have, but no smaller than 18x24. Something to support your paper on an easel - a sketch board, heavy...
Drawing for Teens
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
A special 3-week summer art workshop for teens that lets young artists go beyond the basics of drawing. Great for prepping an art portfolio for college! In this workshop, teens will learn how to draw completed 3D forms using various shading skills. Students will learn: the difference between drawing from observation vs imagination/memory how to create a value gradation scale as a reference tool various mark making skills to use graphite to create...
The World of Schiele
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Learn about renowned-artist Schiele and his expressive lines and twisted shapes, and natural backgrounds. Known for working with a variety of subject matters from abstracted figures that haunt you to rows of melancholy houses...all with a touch of drama. Topics covered: Class 1: portrait Class 2: figure Class 3: landscape Class 4: finishing touches Supply List: 3 medium canvases (20" & up) your paints and brushes palette knife...
Getting Loose
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Explore the freedom of expression in art as you experiment with form, space, and emotion in this dynamic class at Art on 30th. Learn to loosen up your painting style, simplify composition, and embrace experimentation. Walk away with two beautiful, loose, and painterly artworks.
Abstract Blooms
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Join us as we embrace the freshness and freedom of spring with colorful abstract blooms. These gestural, playful florals will be created with acrylic paints on canvas! Using an intuitive approach, Jennifer will guide you as you create layered floral abstractions. After some sketching, we will practice staying loose and bringing wild blooms to life on our canvases. We will explore: Making a cohesive color palette Creating very loose sketches...
Mid-Century Abstractionism
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Take a deep dive into the lives and creative practices of famous Abstract Expressionist artists from the middle of the 20th century Take a deep dive into the lives and creative practices of famous Abstract Expressionist artists as instructor Shirin Nikoukari highlights the breadth and variety of practices in abstract art that took place around the middle of the 20th century. Artists covered: Adolph Gottlieb Sam Francis Lee Krasner Jackson...
Book It! Abstract Mixed Media
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Create abstract mixed media artworks using nothing but an old book! Tearing up a classic can feel like sacrilege, but destruction can engender creation. By re-purposing something worn, old and closed we can create something new, vibrant and open. In this class, you will learn: basic collage techniques for mixed media principles of composition experiment with design, value, and color develop unity, balance, and harmony in your art Students...
Figure Drawing from Life
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Explore the intricacies of anatomy and proportions under the guidance of experienced instructors in a vibrant artistic environment. Elevate your drawing abilities through immersive practice sessions.
Intro to Oil Painting
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Discover the beauty and ease of oil painting with this beginner-friendly course. Explore color, value, and composition while creating a loose, realistic style using non-toxic materials. Complete a painting using a photo reference of your choice.
Smalls and Talls: Making Mixed Media Minis
Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Unlock the world of mixed media minis in "Smalls and Talls" workshop. Dive into a realm of vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and playful mark-making techniques. Discover how to create captivating miniature paintings that pack a punch of creativity and personality, perfect for adorning any space with charm and character!
Paint Your Pet @ Home
Lovejoy Creations @ Online Class, Online, CA
Paint your Pet in the comfort of your home! Perfect for first-time & beginner painters ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD! Best gift for all Pet /Animal Lovers! Step 1 - Supplies DIY - Have Your Own supplies - for supply list, please reach out to [email protected] or Ultimate Personalized Kit SUPPLY KIT OPTIONS: Pet Photo Prep ONLY: $15 (Digital Delivery) Deluxe Kit - Photo Prep + Supplies specific to your pet $45 US, $65 International...
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