Learn to Paint
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
with
Mon. 6:30pm - 9:30pm
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.
In-Person Weekly Course
$90 - $1,500
Classical Painting Workshop, All Levels
Cheryl Kline
with
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
$90 - $1,500
In-Studio Landscape Painting Workshop, All Levels
Sharon Weaver
with
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
Beginning Classical Painting
Cheryl Kline
with
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
$90 - $1,500
Emerging Artist Painting Workshop, All Levels
Cheryl Kline
with
Thurs. 11am - 2pm
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.
In-Person Weekly Course
$90 - $1,500
Introduction to Oil Painting
Juri Umagami
with
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
$65- $1,140
Pre-Teen/Teen Drawing & Painting, All Levels
Juri Umagami
with
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
$90 - $1,500
Classical Painting II: The Classical Illusionist
Carlos Palazio
with
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
$90 - $1,500
Figure Painting, All Levels
Matt Duckett
with
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
$90 - $1,500
Narrative Portrait Painting
with
Fridays, 1pm-4pm
Starting August 16th, 2024
In this class, you will work from a live model, composing and incorporating elements such as props, clothing, or animals to tell your story. Along with expanding your portrait skills, we will learn to use value, color, edges, impasto, and brushstrokes as compositional devices to lead your viewer's eyes through the visual story of your painting.
Live Zoom Class
$35.00 - 120.00 USD
Abstract & Contemporary Painting Zoom
with Scott Yeskel
Tuesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Let's loosen up! Scott Yeskel will conduct an abstract or 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 Zoom
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, October 12th, 2024
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
TBA
Constructive Portrait Drawing Workshop
TBA
This workshop is designed to offer a comprehensive yet accessible experience for artists of all levels. Whether you are a beginner looking to explore your creative potential or an experienced artist seeking to refine your portrait drawing techniques, this workshop is tailored to meet you where you are on your artistic journey! Work from a live model each day!