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Full Moon Rising Paint Night

Painting & Vino @ 877 Hornblend St, San Diego, CA

Create a beautiful autumn-inspired painting featuring a glowing full moon surrounded by fall foliage. Follow easy, step-by-step guidance from an artist, making this experience suitable for all skill levels. Enjoy the rooftop setting with delicious food and drinks available for purchase. All ages are welcome, and you’re free to personalize your artwork with your choice of colors.

(13) All levels 13 and older

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Intro to Acrylics (Level 1)

Art on 30th @ 4434 30th Street, San Diego

Explore the essentials of acrylic painting in this beginner-friendly course. Work with acrylic paints, mediums, and modern tools while sampling both realism and abstract styles. Receive step-by-step guidance and personalized feedback, no drawing skills required. Ideal for aspiring artists ready to create beautiful works.

(41) Beginner 18 and older

Nov 18th

6–9pm PT

Meets 5 Times

$165

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Wed. Nov 18th, 6–9pm PT (15 hours over 5 sessions)

$165

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“Autumn Love” – Paint and Sip

Painting & Vino @ 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.

(13) All levels 13 and older

Nov 18th

5–8pm PT

$80

40 Seats Left

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Wed. Nov 18th, 5–8pm PT (3 hours)

$80

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Fun Fall Tree Wine and Paint Night

Painting & Vino @ 5662 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA

Enjoy a creative painting experience as you create a beautiful fall tree with easy, step-by-step guidance. No prior experience is needed, and all ages 6 and up are welcome. Food and drinks are available for purchase, and you can customize your artwork with colors that reflect your personal style.

(13) All levels 6 and older

Nov 15th

3:30–5pm PT

$45

40 Seats Left

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Sun. Nov 15th, 3:30–5pm PT (90 minutes)

$45

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Misty Mountain Sunrise Wine and Paint Night

Painting & Vino @ 4540 La Jolla Village Dr., La Jolla, CA

Enjoy a relaxing painting experience as you create a beautiful mountain sunrise with step-by-step guidance from an instructor. No prior experience is needed, and you’re welcome to personalize your artwork. Food and drinks are available for purchase, and all ages are welcome. Free parking validation is provided.

(13) All levels 13 and older

Nov 18th

6–8pm PT

$45

40 Seats Left

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Wed. Nov 18th, 6–8pm PT (2 hours)

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Learn to Paint: Getting Started with Art

Art on 30th

4.6 41 reviews

Unlock your inner artist with our beginner's workshop, designed for those who've never picked up a brush. Dive into the essentials of art materials, color mixing, brush techniques, and more. Enjoy a weekend in the studio, surrounded by fellow art enthusiasts, and leave with newfound confidence and a masterpiece to share with loved ones.

Beginner
Small class sizes
18 and older
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4434 30th Street, San Diego
3 hours & 30 minutes

Learn to Paint: Getting Started with Art

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Description

A crash course in "Art 101." If you've always wanted to take an art class and you're starting at the very beginning, this workshop is for you!

Designed for those who've never picked up a brush, this workshop covers the basic fundamentals to get you started on your creative path.

Topics Covered:

Art materials overview
How to mix colors and use a color wheel
Brush techniques
How to layer paint and dry times
How to clean brushes
What to shop for at the art store
Simple drawing tricks to get a reference image onto your canvas

Learning the fundamentals of art is easy and fun—there's no better way to spend your weekend than at the studio, surrounded by people who have shared love for art!

You'll walk away with a renewed sense of confidence in your creative and artistic abilities. Plus, you'll take home a work of art that you can proudly share with friends and family.

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Occasionally the school may find it necessary to cancel a course or workshop due to scheduling conflicts or instructor cancellation. If this occurs, registered students will be contacted and will be refunded the full course tuition and any additional fees.

Refund Policy

If something should come up and you are unable to attend your class/workshop, please give us 3 business days notice prior to the start of the class/workshop for a refund less 5% cancellation fee.

After 3 business days, no refunds will be given.

Make Up Policy

Life happens and you may miss a class. You will be allowed to make up one class from the session.

Please request a “make up slip” that is active for the next 30 days. DO NOT just show up to redeem a make up slip as full classes will have NO CHOICE but to turn away the make up student if there are no available tables/space.

You may make up your class in any class that has room, it does not need to be the class that you originally took.

Make ups are limited to one class per session.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Art on 30th (41)

(4.6-star rating across 41 reviews)

This class: 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review

Learn to Paint: Getting Started with Art

Gina H. • January 30, 2020

Instructor so knowledgeable and patient, made it really fun. Very relaxed and pleasant learning environment.

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Art on 30th

Art on 30th is a vibrant art school and community in San Diego that offers classes for artists of all levels. With dedicated gallery space, private artist studios, and monthly sessions on "How to Take Your Art to Market," it provides a supportive and inspiring environment for artists to create and grow.

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Full Moon Rising Paint Night

Intro to Acrylics (Level 1)

“Autumn Love” – Paint and Sip

Fun Fall Tree Wine and Paint Night

Misty Mountain Sunrise Wine and Paint Night

Learn to Paint: Getting Started with Art

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