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The World of Flowers: Floral Design Sampler
American School of Flower Design See all classes by this school @ 5858 Dryden Pl. #14, San Diego, CA
Sign up for an unforgettable session in floral design with well-known designer Michael Gaffney. Pick up his techniques for crafting striking arrangements and keeping fresh blooms looking great for weeks. You'll head home with your pieces plus an autographed copy of Gaffney's book, Design Star.
Jan 18th
1–4:30pm PT
Jan 18th
6–9:30pm PT
Jul 5th
1–4:30pm PT
Jul 5th
6–9:30pm PT
Holiday Magic: A Special Workshop
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Celebrate the season with color, creativity, and a little holiday magic! In this playful acrylic workshop, students will create a collection of expressive mini paintings inspired by colorful vintage ornaments! Designed to work beautifully individually or displayed together as a coordinating set, these small paintings are the perfect opportunity to loosen up and have fun with paint. Rather than focusing on tiny details or perfect realism, learn...
Dec 17th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Intermediate Acrylic Painting (Level 2)
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Grow your acrylic painting skills with advanced techniques in color and composition. The course builds on foundational abilities, guiding artists through the creation of 1 to 2 polished pieces. Ideal for those looking to refine their craft and move toward specialized or professional art programs.
Nov 17th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Realism Drawing: Level 1
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
In this hands-on studio course, you'll explore the foundations of drawing, including materials, shading, movement, and proportion, using experimental techniques inspired by top art schools. Through dynamic exercises and contemporary methods, you'll build essential skills, creative confidence, and a fresh way of seeing and expressing the world around you.
Nov 17th
6–9pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Botticelli & Caravaggio: Level 2
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Explore two contrasting approaches to oil painting inspired by Botticelli and Caravaggio in this five-week studio class. Develop skills in composition, color, value, light, skin tones, and reference-based painting while creating two finished works inspired by these master artists.
Nov 18th
10:30am–1:30pm PT
Meets 5 Times
“Autumn Love” – Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 5980 Village Way , San Diego, CA
Celebrate autumn through a guided landscape painting experience featuring vibrant fall colors and seasonal scenery. Instructor Heather will provide step-by-step guidance, making this activity suitable for all skill levels. All painting supplies are included, and guests ages 13 and older are welcome with an adult guardian. Enjoy food and beverages available for purchase at the venue.
Winter Tree Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
Enjoy a creative painting experience as you bring a colorful winter night tree to life with guided, step-by-step instruction. No prior experience is needed, and all skill levels are welcome. Enjoy delicious food and drinks available for purchase while creating your own personalized artwork in a welcoming setting.
“Grinchmas” – Holiday Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 601 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
Celebrate the holidays with a playful Grinch-inspired painting featuring a festive Christmas ornament. Follow step-by-step instruction on a pre-traced 12 x 16-inch canvas while adding your own creative touches. All materials are provided, and all skill levels are welcome. Guests ages 14+ may attend with an adult guardian.
Moonlight and Mushrooms – Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 310 N. Tremont St, Oceanside, CA
Create an enchanting woodland painting featuring glowing mushrooms beneath a moonlit sky. Follow step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor, with all painting supplies provided. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this creative experience offers a relaxing atmosphere and a personalized masterpiece to take home.
Pumpkin Spice Latte – Paint and Sip
Painting & Vino See all classes by this school @ 7720 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA
Celebrate the fall season with a festive coffee-inspired painting experience. Follow step-by-step instruction on a pre-traced canvas while exploring warm autumn colors and creative techniques. All painting supplies are provided, making this experience suitable for all skill levels. Food and beverages are available for purchase at the venue.
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Halloween Stained Glass Workshop
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Get into the Halloween spirit by creating a spooky stained glass suncatcher featuring a spiderweb, jack-o-lantern, or bat design. Using pre-cut glass, copper foil, and solder, you’ll create your own festive decoration with guidance throughout the process—no experience necessary and all materials included.
Halloween Wheel Throwing
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Celebrate spooky season in this beginner-friendly pottery workshop by learning the basics of wheel throwing and creating a festive bowl. Personalize your piece with fun Halloween-inspired details and your choice of painted or studio-applied glaze, with all materials included.
Make Cozy Candles
Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 501 S Santa Fe Ave, San Diego, CA
Relax and get creative in this cozy, hands-on candle-making workshop led by expert instructors. You'll learn to pour and finish an 8-ounce soy wax candle and explore the craft of hand-rolled beeswax candles. Welcoming to all skill levels, this session offers a warm, inspiring atmosphere from start to finish.
Take a Paint Break: Midweek Creative Outlet and Art Experience
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Turn your Wednesday evenings into a relaxing creative escape as you explore painting, collage, and mixed-media techniques in a fun, social atmosphere. With simple step-by-step guidance and all supplies provided through an optional student kit, you'll create a personalized landscape painting while enjoying the process of creativity, connection, and self-expression.
Paint and Sip in San Diego
Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 1305 Hotspring Way, Vista, CA
Immerse yourself in a relaxed, creative session guided by a local San Diego artist. As you work toward a finished painting, you'll enjoy the city's laid-back atmosphere and the freedom to express yourself at your own pace. Whether you arrive solo or with a group, it's a casual and enjoyable way to unwind and try something new.
Luminous & Luxurious Layers: Gold Leaf & Metallic Paint
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Learn how to elevate your acrylic paintings with luminous techniques like gold leafing, metallic paints, and refined use of glitter while exploring texture, layering, and surface preparation. This beginner-friendly class guides you through creating sophisticated mixed media artworks that combine shimmer, color, and personal style into polished, eye-catching compositions.
Image Transfers with Gelli Plates Workshop
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Unlock the secrets of image transfer using gel plates, as you learn to transform magazine and laser-printed images into striking paper prints. This workshop guides students through essential techniques for successful transfers, resulting in a unique collection of textured, artistic papers ready for use in mixed media or collage.
Figure Drawing from Life: Level 2
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
This figure drawing course teaches students to capture the human form using principles of proportion, gesture, and movement while sketching from a minimally covered live model. Through traditional charcoal and graphite techniques, students grow their observational skills and confidence as they create expressive sketches and study anatomy across short and long poses.
Make It Work - Color Mixing Basics: Level 2
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Discover the fundamentals of color through simple, hands-on lessons that teach you how to identify, mix, and use color with confidence. By the end of the course, you'll be able to create vibrant and harmonious color palettes, make thoughtful artistic choices, and apply these skills to any medium or style.
Decoding Diebenkorn: Level 3
Art on 30th See all classes by this school @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego
Explore Richard Diebenkorn’s Ocean Park series and learn to transform landscapes into abstract compositions through color, geometry, layered surfaces, and expressive brushwork. Through painting exercises and sketches, develop your own abstract landscape paintings while experimenting with structure, luminous color, and the balance between realism and abstraction.