Find art classes in San Diego, CA

Q: How much do art classes cost near me?

Art classes cost $20 to $50 for a one-time session or $100 to $500 for a class including 6 to 10 weekly sessions. Prices for art classes depend on your location, the type of art, the school or museum offering the class, and whether the fee includes materials and art supplies. Most art instructors provide a list of the required supplies which you must purchase separately.

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Find art classes in San Diego, CA

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Top 10 art classes in San Diego, CA

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Your Art Classes questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do art classes cost near me?

Art classes cost $20 to $50 for a one-time session or $100 to $500 for a class including 6 to 10 weekly sessions. Prices for art classes depend on your location, the type of art, the school or museum offering the class, and whether the fee includes materials and art supplies. Most art instructors provide a list of the required supplies which you must purchase separately.

Can you take art classes online?

You can take art classes online through CreativeLive, Udemy, ed2go, and art specialty websites like New Masters Academy (NMA) or The Art Studio NY. Many museums, universities, studios, and individual artists also offer online art classes.

Prices for online art classes are similar to in-studio classes and primarily depend on the instructor's artistic reputation and whether the course features prerecorded videos or is held live.

What types of art classes are available?

Popular art classes offered in most locations include:

Drawing and sketching
Painting with watercolor, oil, acrylics, or pastels
Printmaking
Fabric painting
Ceramics
Sculpture
Jewelry making
Glasswork
Fiber arts

How do I find the best art classes near me?

Before you take the next step in your creative journey, follow these tips to ensure you find an art class that's a good fit for you:

First, determine what type of art you'd like to learn.
Decide if you want to take a one-time workshop or a multi-week course.
Read instructor reviews on Lessons and Google.
Browse their portfolio of artwork created by their past students.
Ask about fees, class sizes, and supplies needed.
Visit the studio or classroom in person to check it out before signing up for a class.
Wear clothes that can get dirty. Some classes have aprons, but you may still get paint or other art products on your clothes.

What questions should I ask before signing up for art classes?

Before you sign up for an art class, be sure to ask the instructor these questions:

Which class should I take as a first-time art student?
Does the fee include materials and supplies? If not, do you provide a supply list?
What subjects do the art lessons cover?
Where will the class meet?
Are the classes restricted to certain age groups?
How many students will be in the class?
Do you offer online art classes? Are the online classes taught live or prerecorded?
Can I buy a class as a gift for someone?

Reviews for San Diego art classes

Recent success stories from people in the San Diego area.

Vanessa G.

Working with Aiesha has been amazing! She is very knowledgeable and down to earth and makes learning simple and easy. I am brand new to sewing and embroidery and she was able to break things down and make it easy for me to understand!

Scissors & Seams Inc.

Evie C.

He is fantastic! Works well with you and is super encouraging. I can’t wait to see how my art progresses with his instruction.

Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist

Karen M.

He is so knowledgeable and such an awesome teacher

Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist

Chris R.

I just started taking classes with Leah and I love it. I really enjoy the classes and look forward to spending time with the talented people in her studio. Leah is so talented and patient, she makes me feel like I really CAN paint. She's always upbeat and responsive and there's never and criticism just positive influence. Every time I'm in her studio I'm in awe of all her lovely paintings, each one is beautiful and special. If you want to explore the world of painting and art contact Leah and take her classes you'll love it!

Leah Higgins Art Studio

Karen M.

He is so knowledgeable and such an awesome teacher

Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist

Karen M.

He is so knowledgeable and such an awesome teacher

Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist

Cesare F.

He is able to answer my questions.

Rick Edra Photography

Suzanne U.

This was a fun and relaxing time with family and friends. There were several instructors to help. The pace of the class was good. I love how my painting came out and when I look at it, I'm amazed that I did it!