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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.

Art Journey: Drawing & Painting Fundamentals
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.

Beginning Portrait Painting
In-Person Weekly Course

$85 - $1440

Beginning Portrait Painting

Kai Lun Qu

Thurs. 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Students will be exploring the art of painting the portrait from life. This course is primarily focused on painting the head in a convincing, representational manner.

Beginning Figure Drawing at Kline Academy
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.

Learn Historic Classical Drawing Skills at Kline Academy
In-Person Weekly Course

$85 - $1440

Introduction to Classical Drawing

Juri Umagami

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.

The Best Pre-Teen/Teen Art Program in L.A.
In-Person Weekly Course

$60- $1080

Pre-Teen/Teen Drawing & Painting, All Levels

Juri Umagami

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 (11-17).

Learn Classical Painting at Kline Academy
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.

Classical cast painting at Kline Academy
In-Person Weekly Course

$85 - $1440

Classical Painting II: The Classical Illusionist

Carlos Palazio

Mon. 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Starting May 8th!

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.

Beginning Figure Painting at Kline Academy
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)

Learn to Oil Paint at Kline Academy
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.

Uninstructed Figure Workshop
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.

Beginning Drawing at Kline Academy
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.

Classical Painting with Cheryl Kline
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.

Landscape Painting
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.

Gabriel Castro Sculpture
In-Person Weekly Course

$85 - $1440

Portrait Sculpture

Gabriel Castro

Sun. 10am - 1pm

Starting March 5th, 2023!

This class will teach students how to quickly and efficiently construct a portrait bust in clay with the possibility of casting it in Plaster, Resin or even bronze for those willing.

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Kline Academy will have supplies available for purchase for $110 - $120 USD.

Basic Tool Sculpting kit and Calipers for $60 USD
50 lb WED Clay for $50 - $60 USD.

Please bring your own supplies if you do not wish to purchase them with us.

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Live Zoom Class

$60.00 - 300.00 USD

Classical Painting Techniques Explored

with Cheryl Kline

Wednesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm

In this online, live Zoom class you will see demonstrations of historical painting techniques by Cheryl. Learn step by step and then practice on your free time. Materials, color mixing and surface preparation and many solutions to solving painting issues will be a weekly topic. Group Critiques for current work in progress will also be offered. Class recording will be available after class.

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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.

Duncan Sherwood-Forbes, Wire Sculpture
In-Person Workshops

$150 USD

Wire Sculpture Workshop

Duncan Sherwood-Forbes

1 Day | Sunday, July 16th, 2023

During this single day workshop, students will learn the basics of contour drawing and wire sculpture. Students will begin with lessons in blind contour drawing, learning how to let the eye guide the hand and navigate a subject in a single line.

Sharon Weaver, Oil on Canvas
In-Person Workshops

$100 USD

Plein Air Landscape Workshop

Sharon Weaver

1 Day | Saturday, June 10th, 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.

Dan Bunn, Oil on canvas
In-Person Workshops

$545 USD (sale price)
Valid through 6/2 using code 50off at checkout!

Moody Still Life Painting Workshop

Dan Bunn

3 Days | Fri. June 2nd - Sun. June 4th, 2023

Learn a fun and clear approach to create a ‘moody still life’ painting with NYC based oil painter Dan Bunn. Over 3 days we will cover everything you need to know to make convincing illusionistic oil paintings. Through demonstrations and personalized critiques, students will learn a reliable and repeatable process inspired by historic painting techniques.

Fast Track to Anatomy
In-Person Workshops

$595 USD

Fast Track to Anatomy

Rey Bustos

6 Sundays | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

More information Coming Soon!

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