Find painting classes in Oakland, CA

Q: How much do painting classes cost?

Painting classes cost $200 to $500 for a 5- to 10-week course, or $20 to $80 per person for a single session. Local, city-sponsored classes typically cost less than private lessons or college courses. Some painting classes offer discounts for friends, children, or other groups. Some instructors include all materials in their prices, while others require that you buy some or all of them yourself. Online painting classes can be done anywhere and can be paused as needed without slowing anyone else down.

Q: How long are painting classes?

Painting classes usually last 1 to 3 hours ¸ depending on the age group, experience level, and location. Kids' classes are shorter than adult or college-level classes and are sometimes only available during certain hours of the day.

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Find painting classes in Oakland, CA

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Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

How much do painting classes cost?

Painting classes cost $200 to $500 for a 5- to 10-week course, or $20 to $80 per person for a single session. Local, city-sponsored classes typically cost less than private lessons or college courses. Some painting classes offer discounts for friends, children, or other groups.

Some instructors include all materials in their prices, while others require that you buy some or all of them yourself. Online painting classes can be done anywhere and can be paused as needed without slowing anyone else down.

How long are painting classes?

Painting classes usually last 1 to 3 hours¸ depending on the age group, experience level, and location. Kids' classes are shorter than adult or college-level classes and are sometimes only available during certain hours of the day.

What kind of painting class is best for beginners?

Acrylic paint is best for beginners because it is easy to work with, easy to clean up, and dries quickly. Watercolor paint is also convenient and easy to clean up, but it is harder to work with and correct mistakes. Oil paints are best for beginner or intermediate painters with some experience.

Where can I take painting classes?

You can take painting classes from local rec centers, colleges, private instructors, and paint-and-sip shops. Paint-and-sip businesses provide materials and instructions for students to complete while socializing and drinking or eating.

What do I bring to painting classes?

Some classes provide all of the paint and supplies. Others do not, and you will have to buy your own. This may include any of the following:

Paints
Brushes
Easel
Canvas
Apron

How do I hire a painting instructor?

Search our list of instructors, then:

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Choose an experienced instructor.
Make sure there are enough openings for you and any friends or family members you bring.
Make sure you have the right supplies if applicable.
Avoid making large payments up front.

What questions should I ask painting instructors?

When looking for local painting classes, ask the following questions:

How long have you been painting?
Do you allow walk-ins?
What type of paint would you recommend for my experience level?
What's your cancellation policy?
Do you have an age requirement?
How long are your classes?
Can I take my work home after class, or does it need to stay here to dry?
Will you give me an estimate and contract in writing?

Reviews for Oakland painting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Oakland area.

Tonya Y.

𝙰𝚕𝚏𝚎𝚛𝚍𝚘 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝚘𝚞𝚝𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚒𝚗𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚞𝚌𝚝𝚘𝚛.. 𝙸 𝚑𝚊𝚍 𝚊 𝚛𝚎𝚝𝚒𝚛𝚎𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚍𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚖 𝚘𝚏 𝚕𝚎𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘 𝚍𝚛𝚊𝚠 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚞𝚕𝚝𝚒𝚖𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚕𝚢 𝚝𝚘 𝚙𝚊𝚒𝚗𝚝.. 𝙸 𝚑𝚊𝚍 𝚗𝚘 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚎𝚙𝚝 𝚘𝚏 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝙸 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝚍𝚘𝚒𝚗𝚐.. 𝙷𝚎 𝚝𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚖𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚏𝚞𝚗𝚍𝚊𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚊𝚕𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝚋𝚘𝚝𝚑 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚐𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚖𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚏𝚒𝚍𝚎𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚎𝚗𝚛𝚘𝚕𝚕 𝚒𝚗 𝚊 𝚌𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚐𝚎 𝚕𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚕 𝚊𝚛𝚝-𝚌𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚜.. 𝙿𝚕𝚎𝚊𝚜𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚜𝚒𝚍𝚎𝚛 𝙰𝚕𝚏𝚎𝚛𝚍𝚘 𝚒𝚏 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚜𝚒𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚊𝚛𝚝 𝚌𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚜

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I found the classes to be very practical and informative, the teacher was very friendly and provided everything that I needed, I also appreciated that she also speaks Spanish and could explain everything to me.

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Robin M.

You're beginning to open my mind regarding portraiture. It's never really appealed to me to try it. I just might be starting to see the light. A crack in a doorway, the shadow is born. A piercing thready creek, heavy laden with scorn.

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Edward P.

Julie has a wealth of watercolor technique, and she is able to impart it to her students with hands on demonstrations. Many students return year after year- Julie always has something new to offer.