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Our class price will increase from $199 to $225 on January 1, 2027. Register for remaining 2026 classes before $199 is gone forever.

Beginner & Intermediate Drawing Classes

LEVELS 1 & 2

This section features art classes for intermediate artists who want to begin building upon the basics they just learned in Level 1. Taught by local San Diego professional artists.

  • Beginning Realism Drawing

    Level 1
    ——
    Tuesday PM  |  Last time @ $199 per 5 weeks
    ​Instructor: Bret Berndes
    Next session: Nov 17 - Dec 15
    🟢 class happening 

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  • Figure Drawing from Life

    Level 2
    ——
    🔔 special 'end of year' session
    Wednesday PM  |  $135 per 3 weeks
    ​Instructor: Donnie Jones
    Next session: Dec 2 - Dec 16
    ⚪️ now enrolling

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  • Returning in 2027...

    Colored Pencils
    MON AM with Stephanie Henry

    Figure Drawing from Life
    MON PM with Donnie Jones

    Portrait Drawing
    THU PM with Bret Berndes

Beginning Painting Classes

LEVEL 1

This section features art classes for beginner artists who want to get started with learning how to paint and use the materials. Taught by local San Diego professional artists.

  • Beginning Watercolor Painting

    Level 1
    ——
    Tuesday PM  |  Last time @ $199 per 5 weeks
    ​Instructor: Stephanie Henry
    Next session: Nov 17 - Dec 15
    🎨 student kit available
    🟢 class happening

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  • Beginning Acrylic Painting

    Level 1
    ——
    Wednesday PM  |  $165 per 4 weeks
    ​Instructor: Michele Loftus
    Next session: Nov 18 - Dec 16 (no class Nov 26)
    🎨 student kit available
    ⚪️ now enrolling

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  • Returning in 2027...

    Beginning Oil Painting
    MON PM with Marina Anta & Nancy Plank

    Beginning Acrylic Painting
    TUE AM with Maureen Kerr

    Luminous & Luxurious Layers
    THU PM with Efren Obeso

Intermediate Painting Classes

LEVEL 2

This section features art classes for intermediate artists who want to begin building upon the basics they just learned in Level 1. Taught by local San Diego professional artists.

  • Intermediate Acrylic Painting

    Level 2
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    Tuesday AM  |  Last time @ $199 per 5 weeks
    ​Instructor: owner, Kate Ashton
    Next session: Nov 17 - Dec 15
    🟢 class happening

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  • NEW! Botticelli & Caravaggio

    Level 2
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    Wednesday AM  |  Last time @ $199 per 5 weeks
    ​Instructor: Marina Anta
    Next session: Nov 18 - Dec 16
    🟡 few seats left

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  • Returning in 2027...

    Composition for Artists
    WED AM with Nicole Rixon

    Mixed Media
    THU PM with Robin Roberts

Proficient Painting Classes

LEVEL 3

This section features art classes for proficient artists who want to further their studies and learn more challenging techniques. Taught by local San Diego professional artists.

  • Special Studies: “Georgia O'Keeffe”

    Level 3
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    Wednesday AM  |  Last time @ $199 per 5 weeks
    ​Instructor: Janyce Erlich-Moss
    Next session: Nov 18 - Dec 16
    ⚪️ now enrolling

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  • Returning in 2027...

    Abstract Figures
    THU AM with Shirin Nikoukari

    Contemporary Abstract (New!)
    THU AM with Kate Ashton

Art Business & Marketing

LEVEL 4

This section features art classes for experienced artists who already have a developed and recognizable style and are ready to learn the business side of being a professional artist.

  • Keys to the Art World - Art Business Mentorship Program for Fine Artists

    Level 4
    ——
    Monday AM  |  $299 per 4 weeks
    Mentors: Kristen Guest & Nicole Rixon
    Spring 2027 Semester: Jan 4 - Jun 21
    Deadline to Apply: Dec 15
    ⚪️ accepting applications

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Advanced Painting Classes & Artist Mentorship

LEVEL 5

This section features art classes for advanced artists who don't need instructional lessons anymore and are successfully exhibiting their work but want to grow under critique and personal guidance.

  • Advanced Painting & Artist Mentorship for the Exhibiting Artist

    Level 5
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    Friday AM  |  $135 per 3 weeks
    ​Owner & Mentor: Kate Ashton
    Next session: Dec 4 - Dec 18
    🔴 currently full
    contact us to get on wait list

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What Level Is My Best Fit?

We offer a path of growth for artists of all skill levels to find their next step.

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