Learn to Abstract & Contemporary Painting
At Kline Academy, we have many options from on-site classes, live Zoom classes, to workshops with visiting artists and even pre-taped courses.
If you need guidance, give us a call (310) 927-2436 or contact us.
In-Person Weekly Course
$90 - $1,500
Abstract and Contemporary Painting, All Levels
Scott Yeskel
Mon. 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Also Available Tuesdays!
Our sought after Contemporary Artist, Scott Yeskel, begins by showing his students a solid system of contemporary painting techniques based on sound art theories. See live demonstrations on how to keep your colors clean and create exciting paintings. Open to all ages & levels.
Can't do Mondays? Check out Scott's Tuesday's class for more...
In-Person Weekly Course
$90 - $1,500
Abstract and Contemporary Painting, All Levels
Scott Yeskel
Tues. 10am - 1pm
Also Available Mondays!
Our sought after Contemporary Artist, Scott Yeskel, begins by showing his students a solid system of contemporary painting techniques based on sound art theories. See live demonstrations on how to keep your colors clean and create exciting paintings. Open to all ages & levels.
Can't do Tuesdays? Check out Scott's Monday class for more...
In-Person Weekly Course
$90 - $1,500
In-Studio Landscape Painting Workshop, All Levels
Sharon Weaver
Wed. 10am - 1pm
Master the skills needed to transport the beauty of nature into an original landscape painting with an award winning artist. Create atmosphere in your work specific to landscape painting that brings it to life! Open to ages & levels.
In-Person Weekly Course
$90 - $1,500
Emerging Artist Painting Workshop, All Levels
Cheryl Kline
Thurs. 11am - 2pm
Also Available Sundays!
Do you already feel confident as a painter but would you like to try some new approaches to everyday ideas? Or maybe you know your direction but you really need some mentoring and critiques to fine tune your work to submit to a gallery. This is an experimental guided workshop for artists to find their voice to be able to show their work or just experiment. Intermediate to advanced levels.
Live Zoom Class
$35.00 - 120.00 USD
Contemporary Painting
with Scott Yeskel
Tuesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Let's loosen up! Scott Yeskel will conduct a contemporary deconstruction demo using a photo reference in this one hour Zoom meeting. Start with a quick sketch ‘thumbnail’ to a color sketch, to a small study. Beginners & Teens are welcome. You can paint along or do it as homework at your free time. The reference image will be sent before the class and class recording will be available after class.
Live Zoom Class
$35.00 - 120.00 USD
The Artist's Workshop
with Cheryl Kline
Thursdays 10:00am - 11:00am
Let's find inspiration. We may visit a virtual exhibit and discuss how artists compose their images and then explore ways that you can dive into a new technique to try it for yourself. Live demonstrations will be your guide. Homework for those who want to try something new and then get feedback. Share a piece that you need help with.
In-Person Workshops
$100 USD
Plein Air Landscape Workshop
1 Day | Saturday, July 12th, 2025 |
Capture the beauty found in the natural world by translating what you see onto the canvas. Join Sharon Weaver at the Sepulveda Basin a as she guides you through the fundamentals of plein air landscape painting.
In-Person Workshops
$675.00 USD
Young Artist Summer Camp: Week 1
5 Days, Monday, July 21st - Friday July 25th 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Throw yourself into your creativity with Master Artists Juri Umagami, Scott Yeskel, Jessica Falcone and Cadence Chi! Immerse yourself in the processes, methods and the rich history of art movements like Oil and Plein Air Painting, Mono Printmaking, Abstract and so much more!
In-Person Workshops
$675.00 USD
Young Artist Summer Camp: Week 2
5 Days, Monday, August 4th - Friday August 8th 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Throw yourself into your creativity with Master Artists Juri Umagami, Scott Yeskel, Jessica Falcone and Cadence Chi! Immerse yourself in the processes, methods and the rich history of art movements like Oil and Plein Air Painting, Mono Printmaking, Abstract and so much more!