FINE ART
Due to Covid-19 in our community, facial coverings may be required in our studio. Class size may be limited to 5 - 6 students
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SPLATTER PAINTING, JACKSON POLLOCK STYLE Ages 7 - Adult
Lauren Becker Downey
In the style of Jackson Pollock, who was famous for producing art by splattering paint, you can drip, dribble and drag acrylic paint across a canvas. Let loose and have fun expressing yourself with this simple abstract method. There is something incredibly therapeutic about watching your art emerge as you splash paint onto canvas.
$30 Bravo member / $39 non-member + $8 Supplies fee
Sunday, September 29 3 - 4:30pm
Friday, October 25 3 - 4:30pm
Wednesday, November 27 1 - 2:30pm
Saturday, December 14 11:30am - 1pm
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PAINT BALBOA PARK 3 weeks
Irina Koren
Inspired by Balboa Park’s iconic architecture and landscape, paint in Plein Air (a French expression which means "in the open air”). Learn to create art outdoors in a natural setting. From basic sketching to finished acrylic paintings, practice composition, perspective, color values and color blocking. Using the method of simplification, your plein air experience will be easier, faster and more rewarding. Class location provided upon registration.
$144 Bravo member / $162 non-member + $11 Supplies fee
Wednesdays, October 9, 16 & 23 9am - 12pm
Thursdays, November 7, 14 & 21 9am - 12pm
Mondays, December 2, 9 & 16 9am - 12pm
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LANDSCAPE PAINTING IN OILS 3 weeks
Shelby Marzoni
In this introductory oil painting class, learn the foundations of using oil paints and mediums. Explore the basics of color mixing by creating your own color wheel and painting a landscape from a photo reference of your own choosing. Practice some basics of composition, blending techniques, painting wet-into-wet, and how that differs from applying glazes over dry paint. Supply list provided upon registration.
$144 Bravo member / $162 non-member + $5 Supplies fee
Saturdays, October 12, 19 & 26 2 - 5pm
Saturdays, November 9, 16 & 23 10am - 1pm
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FLORAL ILLUSTRATION
Wendy Fetterly
Do you love drawing flowers, or have you always wanted to learn how? Join us and discover simple methods for creating beautiful florals with ink pens. Learn shading techniques to add detail, texture and depth to your drawing. Practice how to design floral elements for your calligraphy, birthday or holiday cards, bullet journals, and more. Perfect for the fall and winter holidays. All materials provided.
$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member + $12 Supplies fee
Monday, November 11 2 - 5pm
Sunday, December 1 2 - 5pm
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MANDALA PAINTING
Irina Koren
Tap into your creativity in this interactive personal growth art workshop. The word ‘mandala’ is a Sanskrit word meaning “circle” or “center”. Many different cultures around the world use mandalas in their spiritual practice and when you create your own, think of it as an echo of your soul. Learn basic steps to draw the Mandala, such as sketching the outlines, painting with acrylic and using a dotting technique. Drawing and coloring a mandala can be a highly enriching personal experience in which you look inside yourself and find the shapes, colors and patterns to represent anything from your current state of mind to your most deeply-desired wish for yourself, for a loved one, or for humanity.
$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member + $8 Supplies fee
Wednesday, September 25 6 - 9pm
Sunday, October 20 2 - 5pm
Friday, November 8 10am - 1pm
Monday, December 23 10am - 1pm
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PAINT LIKE A FAMOUS ARTIST
Irina Koren
Explore the art of famous artists such as Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Henri Matisse and Georgia O’Keeffe. Learn about color, lines, subject matter and composition. Then, inspired by the artist studied in class and guided by the gentle instruction of Irina, create your own artwork with acrylic paint.
$39 Bravo member / $44 non-member + $6 Supplies fee
Friday, September 27 5 - 7pm • Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night
Saturday, October 5 3 - 5pm • Georgia O’Keeffe’s Red Canna
Sunday, November 10 10am - 12pm • Claude Monet’s Bridge Over Water Lily Pond
Wednesday, December 11 10am - 12pm • Henri Matisse’s The Persian Robe
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PET PORTRAIT
Irina Koren
Paint your furry or feathered friend’s portrait using acrylic paint on canvas. You will be guided through color mixing and painting techniques to create your sweet pet’s likeness in a painting you'll cherish for years to come! Send us a photograph of your pet and Irina will create a simple sketch on canvas to get you started. No experience needed. All supplies are provided.
$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member + $12 Supplies fee
Saturday, October 12 10am - 1pm
Friday, November 15 10am - 1pm
Saturday, December 14 2 - 5pm
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PAINT TO UNLOCK YOUR INNER ARTIST 3 weeks
Daniela Radovic Hess
Discover a new, fun way to paint and understand more about art. Explore different art styles: realistic, abstract, impressionism, modern, expressive… Learn and utilize the principles of good composition, tonal value, positive and negative space, colors and color mixing, blending and so many more techniques to help you make harmonious beautiful paintings. You will become skilled to switch to your happy, creative, right brain side anytime. Choose between still life, landscape, or portrait! Every student gets personal attention and guided help all along the way. Besides creating your little masterpiece to take home, you will develop a further understanding and appreciation for art.
$144 Bravo member / $162 non-member + $15 Supplies fee
Sundays, October 13, 20 & 27 10am - 1pm
Thursdays, November 7, 14 & 21 2 - 5pm
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CONTEMPORARY FLOWER PAINTING Mixed Media Technique
Daniela Radovic Hess
Let’s play and create beautiful contemporary flower paintings from live seasonal bouquets! Paint in contemporary, abstract and expressive style. Through drawing exercises, learn about positive and negative space, composition, value, color complement and harmony. Explore your playful expressiveness and, ultimately, complete your flower masterpiece.
$76 Bravo member / $88 non-member + $18 Supplies fee
Saturday, October 5 10am - 2pm
Sunday, November 3 10am - 2pm
Friday, December 6 10am - 2pm
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COLOR THEORY 101
Daniela Radovic Hess
All you always wanted to know about color and color theory. Discover the basic concept of what color is; science behind, color perception, symbolism and psychology of how we see it in art and our daily lives. Create a color wheel and learn about tints, tones and shades, and how to mix paints to match a specific color. Explore the hues, saturation, value and harmony, and how to play colors with or against one another to create desired effect and color harmony in your art, interior design and your fashion style. For beginners and experienced artist and everyone wanting to fine-tune their understanding and use of color.
$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member + $8 Supplies fee
Friday, September 20 10am - 1pm
Monday, October 14 10am - 1pm
Thursday, December 5 10am - 1pm
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ART STUDIO ON DEMAND
Don’t have space to create at home? Take advantage of Bravo’s Beech Street Studio creative space. Our tables and easels provide plenty of room for you to spread out to work.
Bring your unfinished projects and work in Bravo's studio. We may (or may not) provide guidance, suggestions, opinions or simply provide you a place to work. Work on your painting, drawing, mosaic, weaving, collage, mixed media, printmaking, etc. Bring your own supplies. Stay as long as you like. Advanced reservations are required.
Only $10 an hour. Pay by the hour. Tell us when you want to come
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PAINTIN' PARTY!
If you have a group of 6 or more people, talk to us about scheduling a private class for your group.
Create an easy painting inspired by a master’s art. Paint step-by-step and create a masterpiece on canvas. Enjoy a time out with your friends, or on your own, and make some art. Be amazed at the artwork you create and the memory of a fun-filled time. For the artistic and not so artistic. No special talent or experience required; only a willingness to have a good time. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage or snacks. Cups and corkscrew are available for your use.
You may schedule your own Private Paintin' Party, with 6 or more friends or co-workers. Select a date and inquire if the studio and the instructor are available. Choose from any of the paintings below and contact Bravo School of Art to reserve your own Private Paintin' Party. A great way to spend time with your friends!
$45 includes paint, canvas, use of brushes, easels and apron
new dates to come when Covid sets us free
Make Art! Have Fun! Be Happy!
GIRLS NIGHT OUT • NO TALENT DIVA • DATE NIGHT
PRIVATE GROUP CLASS
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