Beach Cities Classes Los Angeles, CA

Illustrator CC | Power Users

headTrix, Inc | Adobe Certified Training @ Online Classroom

Adobe Illustrator Level 2 will delve deeper into more advanced Illustrator techniques. You will learn the tools that will help you create quicker and more complex shapes. Get tips and tricks to work smarter. Audience Illustrator | Power Users is for experienced Illustrator users, professional designers, illustrators, pre-press professionals, marketing professionals, or students looking to advance their skills. Prerequisites Basic Computer...

The Art of the 4x5 View Camera

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA

Through classroom demonstration and hands-on experimentation, this course will instruct students on the use of the 4×5 view camera and help them become proficient in every aspect of image creation. Assignments within genres will be given, including natural light portraiture, still life, architecture and landscape. Examples of view camera work (books, negatives, prints) and its history will be touched upon. Students will have time to work on their...

After Hours: Querying Microsoft SQL Server

ONLC Training Centers

This 5-day instructor led course provides students with the technical skills required to write basic Transact-SQL queries for Microsoft SQL Server 2014. This course is the foundation for all SQL Server-related disciplines; namely, Database Administration, Database Development and Business Intelligence. This course helps people prepare for exam 70-461. Note: This course is designed for customers who are interested in learning SQL Server 2012 or SQL...

After Hours:Installing &Configuring Windows Server 2012

ONLC Training Centers

Overview Get hands-on instruction and practice installing and configuring Windows Server 2012, including Windows Server 2012 R2, in this five-day Microsoft Official Course. This course is part one in a series of three courses that provides the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server 2012 infrastructure in an existing enterprise environment. The three courses collectively cover implementing, managing, maintaining and provisioning...

Mobile App Development Bootcamp

General Assembly @ 1520 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

Many of us have had ideas for mobile apps float through our minds, and it’s entirely possible one of your ideas could turn into something great — but without the knowledge of how to create, design, and market your new app, it’s impossible for your idea to come to fruition. This workshop will teach you about the process of creating an app from start to finish — from learning about the appverse itself to development, design, economics, management,...

Leather Hand-Sewn Basics

Santa Monica College @ SMC Bundy Campus, Santa Monica, CA

Make a stunning wallet in a hands-on leather-stitching workshop. Learn the basic techniques as you find out how to cut smooth edges on leather, punch holes, saddle stitch, and install a button stud closure. The stitching is all by hand, no machine necessary. Tools will be available for use in class. No prior experience necessary! Q&A Q: What kind of leather is used in this class? A: Veg tan 3/4 ounce leather. It's high quality and is...

Intermediate Drawing

Santa Monica College @ 1227 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

If you have some basic drawing experience, come develop the techniques necessary to hone your drawing skills and move you toward a more personal creative direction. We’ll tailor projects to your interests, and suggest ideas and subject matter to inspire you. Materials list:  Drawing Paper ( 9 x 12 or 11 x 14, 90 bs. )  Canson Paper for Pastels ( 9 x 12 or larger, 98 lbs. )  Set of 12 or more Soft Pastel Pencils (not oil...

Design & Publish Your Own Websites

Santa Monica College @ SMC Bundy Campus, Santa Monica, CA

Learn everything you need to create your own website using Adobe Dreamweaver and other programs. In a class that demystifies the Internet and provides a broad base of knowledge on how to begin publishing on the web, gain a basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and formats such as Wordpress, and how to use them to design interactive webpages. Develop the skills to create simple animations, rollovers, and behavior scripts to help you better manage and...

Branding 101: Build a Unique Brand that Attracts

General Assembly @ 1520 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

People often think of branding as just a logo, business cards, and their website. But a brand is so much more than that. In today’s saturated digital market your branding can be used as a business strategy in helping you stand out from the crowd. By personifying your brand and determining your unique selling point, vision, core values, and your target customers, you will find innovative ways to connect with your customers. Whether you're a business...

Hacking Communication

General Assembly @ 1520 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

No matter what line of business you’re in, being able to clearly communicate your ideas is a critical part of becoming a success. Whether you’re presenting a project or just taking a meeting, knowing how to think on your feet and effectively express yourself is key to connecting and collaborating with your peers. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use the fundamental techniques and philosophies of improv to enhance your workplace communication...

Resume and Linkedin Fundamentals

General Assembly @ 1520 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

Course Name: Resume & Linkedin Fundamentals:Telling Your Professional Story The average time recruiters spend reviewing your resume is 6 seconds. Yes, 6 seconds. And LinkedIn? 94% (maybe more) of recruiters vet candidates using LinkedIn. So, what does this mean for you? You need your Resume and your LinkedIn Profile to be strategically crafted when you’re job hunting or even just networking. Maybe you’re trying to make a transition, explore...

Tips & Tricks to Grow your Business on Instagram

General Assembly @ 1520 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

Instagram is one of the hottest apps out there and just waiting for your business to take advantage — its user base is massive and highly motivated to buy. But how do you acquire followers? And how do you convert those followers into buyers? This class is ideal for people who are ready to take their basic Instagram strategy to the next level. It's perfect for professionals who are already well-versed on Instagram including: community managers,...

Intro to Content Strategy

General Assembly @ Online Classroom, Los Angeles, CA

The most meaningful brand communications put people first. They understand the platform where their content is being consumed. They make a person feel differently about a brand. It’s not intrusive or and interruption, it’s an augmentation of the experience the person is already having. A good content strategy for marketers takes a brand’s business and communications goals and transforms them from ads (intrusive) to stories (interactive) to...

One Day Acting Workshop

Acting Class Now @ 1641 16th St, Los Angeles, CA

Join a one-day acting workshop with experienced coach Iris Klein. Learn essential techniques to enhance your acting and directing skills. Elevate your abilities, whether you're a beginner or seasoned actor.

The Joy of Sailing

Bluewater Sailing @ 13505 Bali Way, Marina Del Rey, CA

Blogging for Fun & Profit

Santa Monica College @ SMC Bundy Campus, Santa Monica, CA

Find out what a blog is and where blogs are found, then learn how to create your own blog. Explore how to use blogs to share information, ideas, pictures, and videos with family, friends, organizations, and customers. Discover how to use your blog to make money through affiliate programs and other methods, and how to use your blog effectively on social media sites. This class has a $30 materials fee that will be collected at the beginning of class....

Energy Healing Workshop

Malibu Kim Real Healthy Living @ 1101 Aviation Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA

In this fun and informal small group event, you will learn simple, effective energy healing techniques to heal oneself and those around you. You will learn several different techniques – that when practiced – become stronger just like working a muscle! Imagine seeing a loved one or even a complete stranger in pain – and being able to alleviate – if not eliminate their pain! This is real miracle stuff of which we all have the ability to do...

SQL for Beginners

General Assembly @ 1520 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA

SQL provides powerful but reasonably simple tools for data analysis and handling. This bootcamp will take absolute beginners through the basics of SQL to an ability to write queries with confidence. We will use a combination of lecture and in-class exercises to ensure that participants leave with a working grasp of SQL fundamentals necessary for querying popular relational/SQL-based databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL. Takeaways Understand...

Computer Basics for Everyday + MS Word & Excel

Santa Monica College @ SMC Bundy Campus, Santa Monica, CA

This class discusses Computer, Internet and Email Basics for the Everyday and MS Word and MS Excel for Entering the Job Market. Computer, Internet and Email Basics:  This introductory computer workshop is ideal if you need everyday computer basics to cope in the rapidly evolving world of the Internet. Come find out about computer hardware, software, using MS Windows, various browsers for the Internet, email, and file management.  Gain...

Beginning Hand Drafting

Santa Monica College @ 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA

If you are an interior, landscape, stage set, or architectural designer or constructor who needs to develop your design ideas into site plans, elevations, and sections, come learn these basic skills.  Find out how to take measurements and scale them down to a usable size for blueprints, and how to work with hand tools such as architectural rulers, T-bars, triangles, and templates. You will develop a project of your own on drafting velum paper,...