Art Workshops

We offer one day art workshops on Saturdays. Our art workshops are a great way to get started with art, try something new, or dive deep into a single topic. Taught by local San Diego artists.

  • Textured Art Totems

    SAT AM
    March 1st, 10am–1:30pm
    Instructor: Mike Lafata

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  • Pattern Play & Ray Eames

    SAT AM
    March 15th,10:30am–1:30pm
    Instructor: Kristen Guest

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  • How to Build an Artist Website

    SAT AM
    April 5th, 10:30am–12:30pm
    Instructor: Lucas Smith

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    SAT AM
    April 5th, # – #
    Instructor: Jamie Burwell

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Art Classes

Grow as an artist, achieve your goals, learn various art mediums, instructor guidance and demos, and hands-on art lessons with experimental projects and collaborations. Taught by local San Diego professional artists. Our art classes are on-going throughout the year.

  • Figure Drawing Classes

    MON PM
    Any Skill Level

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  • Portrait Drawing Classes

    THU PM
    Any Skill Level

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  • Exploratory Drawing Classes

    TUE PM
    Any Skill Level

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  • Abstract Drawing Classes

    WED AM
    Any Skill Level

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  • Botanical Drawing Classes

    THU PM
    Any Skill Level

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  • Oil Painting Classes

    MON PM
    Beginner Skill Level

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  • Watercolor Painting Classes

    TUE PM
    Beginner Skill Level

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  • Acrylic Painting Classes

    AM on MON, TUE, FRI and WED PM
    Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Skill Levels

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  • Mixed Media Classes

    THU PM
    Intermediate Skill Level

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  • Abstract Landscape Classes

    THU AM
    Intermediate Skill Level

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  • Getting Loose Classes

    WED PM
    Intermediate Skill Level

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  • Special Studies

    WED AM
    Intermediate and Advanced Skill Level

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Artist Development Programs

For career-minded artists who want to grow through community and critique. Our mentorship program and gallery representation come with many benefits for artists who are selected to join.

  • 24-Week Mentorship Program

    MON AM
    Designed for Career-Minded Artists
    Mentor: Kristen Guest

    - Create a body of work
    - Build a studio practice
    - Market your art

    Deadline to Apply for Fall 2025:
    Mon, June 16th

    Learn More and Apply Online 
  • Professional Artist Program

    THU AM
    Gallery Representation & Critique
    Gallerist & Mentor: Kate Ashton

    * Currently at Capacity *
    Join one of our Advanced Painting classes or the
    Mentorship Program to prepare for this step.

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Learn at Home

Explore more painting and abstract techniques on your own time from the comfort of home.

Abstract Painting for Today's Contemporary Artist

Written by Art on 30th owner and mentor, Kate Ashton, this instructional book features full-page images of artwork from our very own community!

Topics covered:
- Abstract Composition
- Words & Numbers in Art
- Luminosity
...and more!

Take a look inside HERE

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  • Choose which amount you want to gift, when you want to send it, and checkout! Then, you'll receive a unique code that you can give to your recipient.

  • To redeem online, simply type the unique code into Eventbrite's ticket box at checkout to redeem (where you enter a Promo Code).

  • Recipients can also redeem in person with our front desk staff. To find the right class for you, browse our Calendar page to see upcoming art classes and art workshops.