Learn Classical Techniques
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
$85 - $1440
Art Journey of Painting
Johnny Castillo
Sun. 10am - 1pm
In this artistic journey, our goal will be to learn the rules to eventually break them!
We will be stepping beyond traditional approaches by combining both classical and contemporary techniques. We will initially focus on grasping the fundamentals, but will gradually push beyond our comfort zones and what we see through the manipulation of value, color, composition, execution, and subject matter. Begin your Art Journey now!
Open to all ages & levels.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Figure Drawing, All Levels
Matt Duckett
Sat. 10am - 1pm
In this class, learn the beautiful language of the line in live figure drawing as well as a quick way to find shadow patterns and shapes. Emphasis will be on proportions, gesture, construction of the three dimensional form, and later details of the body. Teens/adults & all levels welcome.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Introduction to Classical Drawing
Johnny Castillo
Tues. 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Get transported to a European Art academy while learning to draw from the masters... learn proportions and shading and the use of line from "Bargue" master drawings & then move into cast heads as the second part of this exciting course, rarely offered in the U.S. All ages & levels welcome.

In-Person Weekly Course
$60- $1080
Pre-Teen/Teen Drawing & Painting, All Levels
Johnny Castillo
Tues. 4pm - 6pm
Build a powerful portfolio with the guide of a professional artist! Master the basics of sketching and painting from life with a Master Artist. Students will learn to use charcoal and oil paints as they develop their portfolio, with creative freedom to choose their subject matter. Open to all Pre-Teens and Teens (8-17).

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Beginning Classical Painting
Cheryl Kline
Wed. 6:15pm - 9:15pm
If you want to be a great jazz player - you need to study scales and classical foundations. The same is true to become a great painter. Many students come to us who have had years of art school, but have never been "taught" how to paint! But your frustration ends at our front door! All levels welcome.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Classical Painting II: The Classical Illusionist
Carlos Palazio
Mon. 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Do you ever look at your work and think “it looks so flat?" Studying classical painting techniques is a journey and a process to become a master. That is our goal for you which is why we guide you step by step on this journey. Our world is three dimensional, and one must learn the illusions and techniques painters use to portray this in objects, atmosphere and environment and, a unique and extremely accurate way of measuring.
In Beginning Classical Painting, we teach you many basics working from flat images like master copies. But to further your understanding of the most magical ways artists can trick the eye, we will teach you how to become an illusionist in Classical Painting II: The Classical Illusionist, and learn to portray the world in 3 dimension. This is the missing link and excellent precursor to working from the live model, environmental painting and so much more. This course is designed to give you a quality of depth and illusion in your work.
All ages & levels welcome.
Discount! Enroll in Classical Painting I and II together and get $50 off the bundle! Check out our class packages or call us at (310)-837-7194 to enroll with the discount.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Figure Painting, All Levels
Matt Duckett
Sat. 2pm - 5pm
This course emphasizes an academic approach to painting the live figure and the various techniques used for rendering three-dimensional form. By working with a long pose, you will be given ample time to study the shapes, values of the figure. Teens/adults & All levels welcome. (Open to Drawing)

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Introduction to Oil Painting
Juri Umagami
Sat. 2pm - 5pm
Learn the basics of oil painting through step by step projects. We use non-toxic materials, help you to develop your painting skills in color, light and form that will leave you ready to paint your own masterpiece. All ages & levels welcome.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Quick Sketch Figure Drawing
Edgar Silva
Thurs. 6:30pm - 9:30pm
This course is an in-depth study on drawing the human figure and emphasizes the understanding of gesture, rhythm, and construction. Students will learn a simple process to draw the human figure by analyzing short, timed poses from life and acquire an understanding of figure drawing fundamentals to create works that communicate designs and ideas.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Beginning Drawing Foundations
Johnny Castillo
Sat. 10am - 1pm
It all starts and ends with drawing, the foundation every artist needs. If you struggle with form, core shadows and composition- then begin the class with tailored instruction on perfecting your drawing skills.
Open to all ages & levels.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
Classical Painting Workshop, All Levels
Cheryl Kline
Thurs. 11am - 2pm
Explore many historical styles as you develop your work from figurative and realistic paintings, to landscapes, still life and your own contemporary images that inspire you as you continue to use and apply the principles that you learned in our initial exercises. Intermediate to advanced levels.

In-Person Weekly Course
$85 - $1440
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
$10 to reserve a spot, $10 cash at the door
Uninstructed Figure Workshop, All Levels
Jennifer Fabos
Wed. 6:15pm - 9:15pm
Step in the shoes of the ancient masters by participating in the age old tradition of drawing and painting from life! This 3 hour session with a live model is a fun way for any and all artists to practice and hone their skills in whatever medium they wish.

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
$90 (bring a friend and pay $75 each! call (310)-837-7194 for more information)
Contemporary Printmaking Workshop
Steven James Mayorga
1 Day | Friday, December 8th | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
If you are looking for: something to shake up your current art and also build on your body of work...An art form to have FUN with and is in fact great to do with friends! Art making that is filled with wonderful surprises…

In-Person Workshops
$585 USD
Venetian Style Figure Drawing & Painting
Thomas Garner
8 Fridays | Jan. 19th - Mar. 8th, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Want to paint the figure like the renaissance masters? Then this is your class! In this 8 week session learn to develop the figure while working with light drapery or costume elements that give your peice a renaissance look! Enjoy live demos and techniques that show a masterful approach to the classical figure painting. Open to all ages & levels

In-Person Workshops
$100 USD
Plein Air Landscape Workshop
Sharon Weaver
Saturday, December 9th, 2023 | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Capture the beauty found in the natural world by translating what you see onto the canvas. Join Sharon Weaver at beautiful locations around Los Angeles as she guides you through the fundamentals of plein air landscape painting.

In-Person Workshops
$60 USD
Canvas Stretching 101
Johnny Castillo
1 Day | 3 Hours
Learn about the techniques needed for stretching your own painting canvas!