Find a painting class in San Jose, CA

Find painting classes in San Jose, CA

Find painting classes in San Jose, CA

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Top 10 painting classes in San Jose, CA

Students agree: these San Jose painting classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Iaap Iqbal Arts Architecture Poetry

Iaap Iqbal Arts Architecture Poetry

New on Lessons.com
18+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
IAAP (Iqbal Art Architecture Poetry) Specializes in design drawings, quick travel sketches, pen & ink studies, watercolors, oils & plein air. Completed formal studies at UC Berkeley, Taught children at "Insted Academy." Interacting with people, helping in realizing talent, nurturing young students to fulfilment.
Painting Lessons With A Classically Trained Artist

Painting Lessons With A Classically Trained Artist

4.8Excellent(5)
400 hires on Lessons.com
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Kim G. says, "Alfredo is a prodigious artist and the best art instructor I’ve ever had. I went from complete beginner to now regularly doing portrait commissions because of him. If you’re serious about improving don’t think twice about hiring him." Read more
MccrackenArt

MccrackenArt

New on Lessons.com
Serves San Jose, CA
Trained in Sweden and Finland , a BFA and an MFA from USA and years of teaching in a wide variety of places including the Academy Art University and Stanford University . I have distilled years of education into drawing and painting syllabus adapted for individual instruction.
Bottle & Bottega By Painting With A Twist

Bottle & Bottega By Painting With A Twist

New on Lessons.com
Serves San Jose, CA
Bottle & Bottega by Painting with a Twist, founded in 2014, is an innovative art studio based in Campbell, CA, and serves the surrounding areas. They offer a unique blend of wine, art, and fun in an inspiring, social and creative environment. They host weekly events, private gatherings, team building sessions, and parties. Through professional on-site instruction, they are dedicated to stirring the inner artist in everyone, irrespective of their skill level. The experience is more than just a painting class; it's an artistic adventure mixed with a cocktail party, making it ideal for individuals, couples, and groups.
Jenn Hatfield-J.M.Design Painting

Jenn Hatfield-J.M.Design Painting

New on Lessons.com
25+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Helping others see the beauty and calm in painting from all age groups. Creating the environment for others to find their true passion.
Art In Action

Art In Action

New on Lessons.com
44+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
Art In Action, founded in 1982, is a nonprofit organization based in Menlo Park, California, and serving surrounding areas. They provide visual arts education programs for K-8 students, emphasizing on developing creativity, critical thinking and problem solving skills. With a diverse curriculum, comprehensive materials, and online training, Art in Action's lessons are engaging, easy to teach, and highly regarded, boasting a 98% satisfaction rate among parents and students. From its humble beginnings in one classroom, it has expanded to impact over 75,000 students in more than 300 schools nationwide.
Master Of Art MFA

Master Of Art MFA

New on Lessons.com
2 hires on Lessons.com
28+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
@gmail MFA. Graduated elite school in art in CA. Additionally trained Paris, Montpellier toured Germany, Hungary, Transylvania and Asia minor on Fellowship to photograph ancient sites based on Classic study at UCLA. Worked in glossy publications in LA and NYC. Went to S. Asia for new growth. Life long passion only work in art. Early retirement research in peaceful Sunnyvale. Building up to strike again in few years. Teaching college seasonally and earn freetime to carry out life long investigation of images in literary concepts and lightings at extremes - what I am most passionate about. ADDED, I take a trip 8/18-9/18 of 22. I have prob...
CalColor Academy

CalColor Academy

New on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
CalColor Academy, founded in 2009, is the largest professional art school in the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley, with six campuses serving over 3000 students aged 4-18. They passionately nurture creativity while imparting solid fundamental art techniques and rich art history. Their well-rounded curriculum covers a broad range of media and art forms. The academy's team of active Bay Area artists, all holding BFA or MFA degrees, ensures top-tier art education for children.
Kriativearts

Kriativearts

New on Lessons.com
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
I am a self taught artist and have been painting for over 40 years. Painting is a passion for me and to give back to the community this teaching is my mission. I have been teaching for over 6 years now and specialize in Watercolor. My belief is that painting is meditating. I am known for my detailed and technique oriented teaching style.
Roopali's Kala Art Studio

Roopali's Kala Art Studio

5.0(2)
4 hires on Lessons.com
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Bodhi C. says, "Her patience and skillful teaching methods. She is so kind and makes me feel comfortable and helps teach patience " Read more

Your Painting Lessons questions, answered

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

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 San Jose painting classes

Recent success stories from people in the San Jose area.
Diana B.
Alfredo is a super mentor. He starts with basics but if you have experience he will go where you want. He works on a painting simultaneously with you. Color theory, Values, etc. Well worth it.
Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist
Samantha M.
Awesome teacher for all levels of painters! Great fun painting and learning with her as my guide! Positive and encouraging attitude!
Roopali's Kala Art Studio
Sabrina D.
I really appreciated the way she set up safe spaces for artist to grow in their technique and not feel the pressure of judgement. I learned so much about how to learn and remix the lessons to fit my own message. She's a kind and honest teacher and I recommend her if you are looking for someone who is authentically interested in helping you be better where you are and all the while helping you to grow.
Pratibimba
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