Element Art Center
Classes in San Diego
Element Art Center is a vibrant community of artists and students, fostering creative growth and helping individuals find their artistic voice. With experienced art educators, they offer clear instruction and a variety of programs including studio rentals and residencies.
25 classes with availability
Nightlight Stained Glass Workshop
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
This beginner-friendly class introduces the copper foil method of stained glass, guiding you through designing and creating a small abstract glass panel. In this four-hour session, you’ll learn to cut, grind, foil, and solder glass pieces, completing a unique nightlight to take home, all materials included and no experience required.
Nov 29th
12–4pm PT
Jan 23rd
12–4pm PT
Stained Glass 3D Flower
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
In this course, students build a personalized 3D stained glass flower using the copper foil method, choosing pre-fabricated petals and leaves, then soldering and mounting the piece on a copper wire stem.
Nov 29th
5–7pm PT
Jan 15th
6–8pm PT
Stained Glass Photo Frame Workshop
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Create a beautiful stained glass photo frame while learning the fundamentals of the copper foil method in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop. With all tools and materials provided, you'll leave with a finished keepsake that's perfect for displaying a favorite photo and commemorating a fun creative experience.
Dec 12th
12–2pm PT
Jan 17th
5–7pm PT
Intro to Linocut Printmaking
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Get into the craft of carving intricate designs onto linoleum sheets and pulling stunning prints in this Linocut Printmaking class. Bring your artistic visions to life.
Dec 11th
5–8pm PT
Jan 8th
5–8pm PT
Stained Glass 3D Lily Pad
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Create a colorful 3D stained glass lily pad while practicing beginner sculptural glass techniques. You'll learn to assemble prefabricated glass pieces using copper foil and solder, with all materials provided and no prior experience required.
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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.
Ceramic Jack-o-Lantern
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Get into the Halloween spirit by handbuilding and decorating your own ceramic jack-o-lantern, perfect for holding tea lights and displaying for years to come. Choose from a selection of glazes to finish your creation, with all materials included and no prior experience necessary.
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.
Stained Glass Workshop 4 Week Intensive
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
Tap into your creative side and discover the craft of stained glass in this beginner workshop. Learn the copper foil method as you design, cut, and shape glass panels around your own imagery. No experience required, with all materials included in this 4-week intensive.
Reviews of Element Art Center
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Ceramic Charcuterie Board
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Stained Glass Workshop Weekly Intensive
Auzzie is an amazing instructor, the demos she did were great and the class was so fun. The studio has a very comfortable vibe and the other students were lovely to learn alongside. I would definitely recommend to anyone curious about stained glass. -
Wooden Spoon Carving Workshop
We took this class as a date night and it was such a blast! The instructor Justin was friendly, super knowledgeable, and always ready to help at every step. The class itself was beginner-friendly but still provided a fun challenge. We will definitely be coming back for more classes. :) -
Your Pet in Stained Glass!
Daughter and I did the stained glass pet class and had a blast! Nicole, our instructor, was fantastic and was very helpful in helping us with our project! Thanks for a wonderful and memorable time that she and I will remember forever. Dawn and Jaylene -
Beginner Wheel Throwing
Auzzie is a fantastic teacher, she made the steps very clear and made us all feel successful with our pots. Fun! -
Abstract Stained Glass Workshop
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Beginner Wheel Throwing
This class and the studio were great. The instructor, Becca, is incredible. She is a skilled ceramicist and instructor. Instruction was well paced and everyone in the class seemed to be having fun, even my husband whom I dragged to take a class with me! This is the second class I’ve taken at Element Art Center (the other was stained glass) and I’d take a class again. Talented instructors in a fun and safe space. -
Abstract Stained Glass Workshop
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Ceramic Charcuterie Board
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the ceramic charcuterie platter class. Teacher was great and value for the tuition cost was terrific. Watching your site for future classes of interest to us. -
Stained Glass Workshop Weekly Intensive
Class was exactly what I wanted it to be. Teacher was great and explained the steps in easy to understand directions. -
Abstract Stained Glass Workshop
The venue and instructors (Becca!!) were wonderful! The set up and process for learning encouraged calmly all. I did wish that glass supply to cover area defined (per design sheet given) and number of pieces for the defined area (8) were available (rather than asking for larger pieces of glass). Working from the supplied pieces (quite small) was difficult. I understand people waste, but the people who signed up for the class seemed to be very aware and kind. I’d assume they wouldn’t waste and limit them if they did. Other than that, it was a wonderful class! I’ll be back! -
Mosaic Workshop
It's always nice to take a class where you learn something and leave with an object you actually adore and want to display. this class was a great blend of process and product. It is fun to do on your own, but because there's some downtime while you're waiting for materials to solidify, it could be a lot of fun for a group of friends because it allows for a little more interaction. -
Suminagashi Sketchbook
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Abstract Stained Glass Workshop
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Beginner Wheel Throwing
Sarita was such a gem! Loved this class. It was easy to follow, she was incredibly helpful, I always wanted to try throwing on a wheel and it was so much fun. 10/10 recommend! -
Mosaic Workshop
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Your Pet in Stained Glass!
I was worried that since my dog is black and white that the stained glass wouldn’t be as nice. Boy was I wrong! The finished product was so cute and beautiful! The instruction was clear and fun to do! Would completely recommend! -
Abstract Stained Glass Workshop
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Slab Built Mug
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Abstract Stained Glass Workshop