Corner-to-Corner (C2C) Crochet Class
Sunday 07 December
San Diego (Grant Hill / South Park area) - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Damonique
Learn the corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet technique in this beginner-friendly class. Step-by-step guidance to help you master C2C and finish a small project. All materials supplied, suitable for complete beginners.
Holiday Card Painting in Watercolour
Sunday 07 December
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Create festive holiday cards using watercolour techniques. This relaxed 2-hour session will cover simple layouts, colour mixing for seasonal palettes, and tips for adding fine detail and festive highlights. Suitable for beginners and anyone wanting to make personalised cards to share.
Winter Watercolor Scenes
Saturday 13 December
Pepper Grove Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Kennedy
Join me, Diana, and your watercolor community for a winter themed paint session! All you need is a few supplies and a passion for painting. I'm excited to paint with you!
Photo Critique Class
Saturday 20 December
Balboa Park area, San Diego - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Andre Bick
Join this Photo Critique Class at Balboa Park. We'll review images using the rule of thirds and other composition techniques, with group feedback to improve your photography. Perfect for beginners and intermediates. Bring your own camera and photos. 3-hour class.
Granny Square Christmas Stocking
Saturday 20 December
Grant hill - 10am - 3 Hours
Damonique
A fun, beginner-friendly Christmas stocking made from 18 granny squares and a cozy ribbed cuff. This pattern uses simple stitches and easy assembly, perfect for holiday gifting or decorating your home.
Holiday Card Making Workshop
Saturday 20 December
Rosecrans / Point Loma area, San Diego - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
In this relaxed workshop, we'll create unique holiday cards using simple drawing techniques and markers. I'll guide you step by step on layout, lettering and building small festive illustrations like trees, ornaments and cozy winter scenes. This class is suitable for complete beginners, so no drawing experience is required. By the end, maybe you'll leave with a card design you can gift or print.
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Sunday 21 December
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.
You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
New Year Creative Resolutions Workshop
Sunday 04 January
Rosecrans / Point Loma area, San Diego - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
In this session we'll design a "New Year resolutions" journal or artwork that combines words and simple drawings. You'll learn how to use basic shapes, icons to visually represent your goals for the year. I'll show you easy ways to compose so it feels clear and inspiring, even if you're new to drawing. You may finish with a personalized piece you can hang up or keep in a notebook as a reminder.
Street Photography
Saturday 10 January
Old Town San Diego area - 10am - 2 Hours
Andre Bick
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Still Life Drawing & Mixed Media
Sunday 18 January
Rosecrans / Point Loma area, San Diego - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
In this class, we'll draw and/or paint a simple still life setup. You'll learn how to see basic shapes, place objects on the page and suggest light and shadow. We'll keep the subject simple (cups, plates, glass, and plants) so you can focus on observation and composition.
Turn Your Favourite Photo into Art
Saturday 07 February
Rosecrans / Point Loma area, San Diego - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
For this workshop, you'll bring a printed photo or photo on your phone (person, pet, place or object) and we'll turn it into the painting or drawing you have always wanted it to be. I'll show you how to simplify the image so it's less overwhelming than copying every detail. This is a great way to make a personal gift or a piece for your wall.
Abstract Art Workshop
Saturday 21 February
Rosecrans / Point Loma area, San Diego - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
In this playful session, we'll explore abstract drawing and/or painting using lines, shapes and color. I'll guide you through a few simple exercises to loosen up, then we'll build one or two finished abstract pieces. You'll learn how to balance contrast, repetition and color without worrying about realism. This is perfect if you're new to art or just want a relaxing creative break.
