Shallow Depth of Field
Saturday 21 March
Balboa Park area, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Andre Bick
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field. We'll cover aperture settings, lens choices, and techniques for subject isolation. Practice in Balboa Park. Perfect for all levels. 2-hour meetup. Bring your own camera.
Tuscany Landscapes in Watercolor
Saturday 21 March
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Capture Tuscany landscapes in watercolor: rolling hills, cypress trees, villages. Hands-on guidance, all levels.
Where Coffee meets Color
Saturday 21 March
Point Loma - 11am - 2 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Where Coffee meets Color ; Understand the difference between hot and cold colors. While painting a cafe still life with Watercolor and or Colored Pencils, paired with hot or iced coffee! Immerse yourself in the art of watercolor, coffee and pastries. Students will explore foundational techniques - colors and form - while enjoying the relaxed rhythm of a coffee shop. Perfect for beginners and trained painters alike.
Beginner Crochet Purse Class
Sunday 29 March
Grant hill - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Damonique
Join me for a fun and relaxing Beginner Crochet Class where we'll create a handmade crochet purse from start to finish using simple stitches that are perfect for beginners.
Whether you're brand new to crochet or just want to refresh your skills, this class will guide you step-by-step through the process. By the end of the session, you'll have the skills to continue your purse and the confidence to keep crocheting on your own.
What You'll Learn
• How to start a crochet project
• Basic stitches like chain and single crochet
• How to create the purse body and flap
• How to add drawstring straps
• Tips for finishing and shaping your project
This Class is Perfect For
• Complete beginners
• People who want to learn crochet in a relaxed environment
• Anyone who loves handmade fashion
Portrait Photography Meetup
Saturday 04 April
Old Town San Diego area - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Andre Bick
Portrait Photography Meetup. Learn techniques for capturing great portraits using natural light and backgrounds. Practice in Old Town. Perfect for all levels. 2-hour meetup. Bring your own camera.
Coffee talk on Paper
Saturday 04 April
Point Loma - 11am - 2 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Coffee talk on Paper ; Understanding what your work means, in this cozy cafe still life session with watercolor or colored pencils. Immerse yourself in the art of watercolor, coffee and pastries. Students will explore foundational techniques - colors and form- while enjoying the relaxed rhythm of a coffee shop. Perfect for beginners and trained painters alike.
California Golden Poppies in Watercolor
Saturday 18 April
Miramar area park, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Kennedy
Its the perfect season to meet up to paint some beautiful California Golden Poppies together. We will work from photographs. And I will guild you with some techniques. Hope to see you there!
Still, with Coffee
Saturday 18 April
Point Loma - 11am - 2 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Still, with Coffee ; Learn the meditative process in painting a cafe still life with Watercolor and or Colored pencils. Immerse yourself in the art of watercolor, coffee and pastries. Students will explore foundational techniques - colors and form - while enjoying the relaxed rhythm of a coffee shop. Perfect for beginners and trained painters alike.
Crochet Doughnut Coaster Class
Sunday 19 April
Grant hill - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Damonique
Join us for a fun and creative crochet class where we'll be making an adorable Doughnut Coaster! This class is perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to practice their crochet skills while creating something cute and functional.
During the class, you'll learn how to:
• Crochet in the round
• Work with different stitches (sc, hdc, dc, tr)
• Create textured "frosting drip" details
• Turn a circle into a square coaster
By the end of the class, you'll leave with your very own handmade doughnut coaster and the skills to recreate it again at home.
This Class is Perfect For
• Beginners wanting to learn new stitches
• Anyone who enjoys crochet and crafting
• People looking for a fun creative community
Seascapes in Watercolor
Saturday 02 May
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Immerse yourself in painting seascapes in watercolour during this relaxed social meetup. You will learn techniques for capturing waves, skies, and horizons with hands on guidance from your instructor. All levels are welcome.
Drink Draw
Saturday 02 May
Point Loma - 11am - 2 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Drink & Draw ; Learn how to compose a painting, the most important aspect of a painting, in this cozy cafe still life session with Watercolor and or or Colored Pencils. Immerse yourself in the art of watercolor, coffee and pastries. Students will explore foundational techniques - colors and form - while enjoying the relaxed rhythm of a coffee shop. Perfect for beginners and trained painters alike. Required one pastry and one drink minimum. 2hr parking available right in front.
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Saturday 16 May
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional artist. You will receive hands-on guidance and tips suitable for all levels. All levels welcome.
