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Watercolor Painting Class

Watercolor Painting Class

Sun, Nov 1, 6:00 PM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

**Must read: sign up on our website sweetartssanfrancisco.com to register before coming to the class to secure your spot.** This is a class designed for beginners and intermediates who wish to expand their skills in this beautiful medium. We will teach/demonstrate beginner watercolor techniques and refresh for those who already have some background in watercolor painting. This is a single session class. One Sunday only, focusing on still-life painting. The class is 2.5 hours. Class starts at 10:00am. All art supplies will be provided. All are welcomed!

Fall Yosemite Class -Michael Seewald's A-to-Z, 3 day- only $995

Fall Yosemite Class -Michael Seewald's A-to-Z, 3 day- only $995

Fri, Nov 6, 5:00 PM

From San Francisco, Napa, Yosemite & Bay Area Photography Classes

"The class greatly advanced my photographic skills. I feel much more comfortable using my camera from a technical aspect. I now understand what the camera settings mean, and how to tweak them for optimal photo quality. As important, maybe more so, I now know how to compose a photo for a more beautiful photo, one that others will find interesting enough that they'll more than just glance at. Considering the above, my investment in travel and cost of equipment, the class was a good value. I feel that I am now able to turn mediocre snap shots into memorable works of art." Frank Weber, San Diego three day class of 10.7.2016 "'Becoming a Master Photography Workshops' presents: Michael Seewald's 3 day Yosemite Photography Class, 'A-Z all about photography, both compositional and technical' $200 reserves your space. Balance due 14 days prior. Seewald's workshops...the difference over others? You aren't just driven around to pretty sites, which you could do on your own, you are taught how to see, think and create, like a master, from a master. That way, when you get to pretty places on your own, you'll be able to make exciting, award winning art with the concepts you've now practiced and learned. http://www.seewald.com/images/PhotoClass/students_work/Yosemite/ValleyFromTunnel_GROUP_photo_class_258.jpg Copyright Michael Seewald 2014, all rights reserved BONUS CLASS All participants that take the three classwill receive a signed Michael Seewaldoriginal photograph of choice, 11x14 in size, valued up to $1,000! WOW! That's right, BUT if you need to you can take just the first two days, for $795, the Friday and Saturday. BUT most take all three and get the extra learning/practice with a master PLUS get the bonus Seewald original photo too. *** "...I enjoyed another great outdoor experience with Michael, rain and snow and sunshine. What a wonderful opportunity to study with a master of the light in so many different light conditions. I will be back again for another class." Vicki Dobbs, Clovis, California, Yosemite class of March 10-22, '09 *** "Michael, My recent outdoor show in Santee, Ca. was a great success. ... I can't tell you the number of times people have looked at different pieces of my artwork and said "Wow!" It is exactly what you said would happen from the application of your principles. I am really jazzed about (the multi-day class) Carmel, I have my room and plane tickets already taken care of....Looking forward to seeing / learning from you again soon. " Dan McGeorge, Santee, Calif.. (Now a photo-artist with his own gallery in Coronado, CA.) *** Cancellation/refund policy: All classes outside San Diego county- cancellation policy as of 11.1.'11. 60 or more days before class, a certificate good for a future class will be issued (good for one year). With less than 60 days before class: No refund nor certificate will be issued. *** All the particulars here: http://www.seewald.com/San_diego_digital_photography_workshops_and_courses.htm

Acrylic Painting Class

Acrylic Painting Class

Wed, Nov 11, 2:00 AM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

This acrylic painting class is guided by your art teacher step by step, with instructions from beginning to end. She will emphasize landscape composition, light and shadow, and depth concepts, such as background, middle ground, and foreground. You will learn how to blend and how to use different techniques to show texture. You will create a landscape painting, from drawing, to mixing colors, and expressing your unique style. No art experience needed. All art supplies provided. Important: registration is required on our website. www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults No walk-ins.

Charcoal Drawing Classes Meet in Art Studio in SF

Charcoal Drawing Classes Meet in Art Studio in SF

Sun, Nov 8, 1:00 AM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

Thank you for visiting our group - Charcoal Drawing Class! We meet on Saturdays, 5:00-7:00pm, in my art studio located in San Francisco. All are welcome, whether you are a total beginner who want to explore, learn, or just have fun... or a more experienced artist who might want to freshen your techniques, pick up where you left off a while ago, or just enjoy the experience of drawing in a group setting and share the joy of creating art. My art studio is a place for kids M-F after school and we have day camps during school holidays. We have been in business since 2019. I have decided to include adult art classes on Saturdays and Sundays, and now we have oil painting classes 2-4:30pm, and drawing classes 5-7pm. On Sundays are have soft pastels drawing classes. We will draw still life. If there's a request for a live model, please let me know! It's a wonderful place for everyone to get together safely to have fun, learn, and bring home a beautiful piece of artwork that you have created! All art supplies are provided unless you wish to bring your own. Please go to my website https://www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults, to pay/sign up. Please note that you are not signed up for the class if you only RSVP here on Meetup. Also, many participants sign up directly on our website for the event; therefore, if you see an event with no RSVP here on Meetup, it does not mean no one is attending the event. If you have any questions, please email me at sweetartssf@gmail.com for a quick response. Hope to see you soon!

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

Sun, Nov 1, 9:00 PM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

Our art teacher will offer a demonstration, guiding students step-by-step, from the beginning to the end. You will sketch and create an oil pastel drawing/painting to take home at the end of the class. No drawing or painting experience is needed. The class is for beginners, and all the materials will be provided. ***Please remember to register for this class directly on our website here: www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults at 10pm the night before the event the latest. We do not accept walk-ins.

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

Sun, Nov 8, 9:00 PM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

Our art teacher will offer a demonstration, guiding students step-by-step, from the beginning to the end. You will sketch and create an oil pastel drawing/painting to take home at the end of the class. No drawing or painting experience is needed. The class is for beginners, and all the materials will be provided. ***Please remember to register for this class directly on our website here: www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults at 10pm the night before the event the latest. We do not accept walk-ins.

In-Person Oil Painting Class

In-Person Oil Painting Class

Sat, Nov 7, 10:00 PM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

The art teacher will guide you through the 2.5-hour art class step by step. All art supplies will be provided. You can be a newbie who has always wanted to give oil painting a try, or be an artist who simply wants to enjoy the experience. All are welcomed. Everyone will paint the same artwork at each event, while every event is a different artwork. If you have a background in oil painting, you have the option of working on something of personal interest with less step by step guidance. The fee is $90/person for each 2.5 hour event. Please pay/sign up on our website https://www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults for each event by FRIDAY. If you only RSVP here on Meetup, you are not signed up for the class. Please note that many people sign up on our website directly but they do not necessarily RSVP here on Meetup. We hope to see you soon! \*\*(We have a drawing class on Saturdays 5:00-7:00pm!) Or by special arrangement for a group/party or 1:1. Please email to inquire: sweetartssf@gmail.com

In-Person Soft Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio in SF

In-Person Soft Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio in SF

Sat, Nov 7, 2:00 AM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

**Please sign up directly on our website: sweetartssanfrancisco.com** GOALS 1\. Acquire familiarity with the media and the tools\. 2\. Develop drawing\, and blending skills\. 3\. Developing the ability to work with layers\. 4\. Increase students' ability to perceive and match values\. OVERVIEW Our art teacher will offer a demonstration, guiding students step-by-step, from start to finish. You will create a simple landscape pastel drawing to take home at the end of class. No drawing experience is necessary since the course is for beginners, and we will provide all the materials. SPECIFICATIONS In this course, the student will draw with soft pastels from a selected photo reference, using a light mid-tone paper surface, and blending tools. The mid-tone surface allows the student to add value when making the colors darker and subtract value when making them lighter. Working in both directions will add a natural and realistic character to the drawing. The student will start with a simple sketch, using lines to create a basic shape while considering the proportions. Then the student will find and apply the values to the drawing using analogous soft pastel colors, creating areas of colors indicating light and shadow. The student will be using blending tools to create a color gradient while working on layering the soft pastel colors. Lastly, we will create a shadow for the object in the background and use lighter colors to reveal the illumination source.

STUDIO 203: Figure Drawing

STUDIO 203: Figure Drawing

Sat, Oct 31, 1:00 AM

From Studio 203 Figure Drawing

**1890 BRYANT STREET STUDIOS** Great models in a great studio in a great building meet every Friday 6-9PM for a drop-in figure drawing session. We supply easels, and drawing boards and horses - bring your own supplies. No solvents please. This group has been going strong since 1977 and just recently lost their home and have relocated with us. **PARKING:** Easy on Friday nights. **PLEASE SHOW UP BEFORE 6PM**: A person is posted at the entrance from 5:30 - 6PM. They go draw at 6PM and after that and door is locked with a phone number sign to call for entry. **OTHER:** There's always coffee and sweets! And great music.

Tiny Gratitudes-A free daily journaling practice for Nov

Tiny Gratitudes-A free daily journaling practice for Nov

Sun, Nov 1, 9:00 PM

From SoulFullPlay Mixed Media Arts

**Tiny Gratitudes** “A thousand tiny things go right for me everyday” Join herchurch for a free, easy, simple gratitude practice in November. Using a tiny journal, let’s take just a moment or two to record a single grateful thought. It may be a word, a sketch, a quote, etc. The idea is to capture one moment of gratitude a day for the month of November. There will be several opportunities to practice along with Jennifer each week, as well as an opportunity to make an easy, tiny journal. How to join the fun: You can join at the beginning of each of our art classes each Sunday Saturdays at the end of the herchurch Zoom liturgy Mondays and Wednesdays on Facebook live in the herchurch Facebook group noon and 5pm PST respectively When to play: Sundays: -November 1st at 1pm, in person and via Zoom (and recorded and posted to Facebook later) Jennifer will demo making Tiny Gratitude journals inspired by Penny’s tiny journals from last Spring. You can use anything you wish to join this practice, (your phone, a notepad, your existing journal, anything!) but just for fun, we’ll make some Tiny Gratitudes journals together for those who wish to. -November 8th at 1pm we’ll take our gratitude pause together at the start of our Stitchy Witchy Fiber Arts Club (on Zoom and in person, not recorded). -November 15th at the beginning of herIcon class we’ll have our gratitude pause together. (on Zoom and in person, not recorded). -November 22nd, at the beginning of our Tactile Spirituality class (topic tbd) we’ll have our gratitude pause together. (on Zoom and in person, not recorded). -November 29th, at the beginning of our SoulCollage(r) class, we’ll have our gratitude pause together. (on Zoom and in person, not recorded). Saturdays: November 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th, after the Zoom herchurch liturgy, during our online coffee chat, I’ll invite anyone who wishes to join me in a Tiny Gratitude moment. The liturgy begins at 10:30am PST and uses the same Zoom channel as our art classes. Everyone welcome. Mondays and Wednesdays: Jennifer will “go live” on our Facebook group, which you can join by messaging Jennifer Mantle on Facebook and letting her know you’d like to join. (It’s a secret group, so you won’t be able to search it.) Mondays we’ll be on at noon PST, Wednesdays at 5pm. But these as well as the recording from making the journals on November 1st will be archived there for you to watch anytime.

Swing & Lindy Hop Classes

Swing & Lindy Hop Classes

Tue, Nov 3, 2:30 AM

From COME DANCE MARIN + BAY AREA

6:30- 7:30 Beginning Lindy Hop & East Coast Swing No dance experience required. 7:30-8:30 Intermediate Lindy Hop Beginning Lindy Hop experience required. Instructor Jennifer Leong trained in various forms of dance & movement since childhood and started swing dancing in the early 1990s. She was one of the founding members of the Northern California Lindy Society that helped to grow the Lindy Hop scene in San Francisco in the mid-90s. Jennifer has performed and taught group classes, large workshops, and private lessons internationally. She also worked with world renowned teachers Frankie Manning and Chester Whitmore. Her teaching focuses on lead-follow technique while having fun. [https://checkout.square.site/merchant/5AX3WBCHV29JF/checkout/4DLUB2FHCSS72LJYNUWD43CQ](https://checkout.square.site/merchant/5AX3WBCHV29JF/checkout/4DLUB2FHCSS72LJYNUWD43CQ)

Le Mil's Specialty Indian Coffee (Cafe Art Circle)

Le Mil's Specialty Indian Coffee (Cafe Art Circle)

Sun, Nov 1, 9:00 PM

From SF Sketchers

Cafe sketching at the brand new Le Mil's Coffee in SF Nob Hill. 📍 **1:00pm meet inside.** Look for us with sketchbooks. 🎨 Bring your own art supplies. Roam freely. Sketch what you see. ☕ Pull up a chair anytime to draw with us and talk art. 📓 2:45pm. We wrap things up with a show & tell throwdown. Le Mil’s Coffee is San Francisco's first specialty Indian coffee shop that recently held its grand opening Aug 15, 2026. The cafe was founded by Milana Ram and Himanshu Bhaisare, with origins going back to Ram’s family’s five generation coffee farm in Chikmagalur, Karnataka, one of India’s historic coffee growing regions. The cafe serves espresso drinks and pour overs alongside South Indian filter coffee. * [SF Gate Article](https://www.sfgate.com/food/article/sf-indian-coffee-shop-22357496.php) * [SF Chronicle Article](https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/restaurants/article/le-mils-indian-coffee-opening-sf-22345476.php) * [Le Mil's Website](https://lemils.com/) This is organized by the **[Cafe Art Circle](https://www.zenbay.org/cafe_art_circle)** meetup under SF Sketchers. We explore coffee and tea shops around the Bay Area, using sketching as a way to experience the atmosphere of each place and its neighborhood.

Watercolor Painting Class

Watercolor Painting Class

Sun, Nov 1, 6:00 PM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

**Must read: sign up on our website sweetartssanfrancisco.com to register before coming to the class to secure your spot.** This is a class designed for beginners and intermediates who wish to expand their skills in this beautiful medium. We will teach/demonstrate beginner watercolor techniques and refresh for those who already have some background in watercolor painting. This is a single session class. One Sunday only, focusing on still-life painting. The class is 2.5 hours. Class starts at 10:00am. All art supplies will be provided. All are welcomed!

Fall Yosemite Class -Michael Seewald's A-to-Z, 3 day- only $995

Fall Yosemite Class -Michael Seewald's A-to-Z, 3 day- only $995

Fri, Nov 6, 5:00 PM

From San Francisco, Napa, Yosemite & Bay Area Photography Classes

"The class greatly advanced my photographic skills. I feel much more comfortable using my camera from a technical aspect. I now understand what the camera settings mean, and how to tweak them for optimal photo quality. As important, maybe more so, I now know how to compose a photo for a more beautiful photo, one that others will find interesting enough that they'll more than just glance at. Considering the above, my investment in travel and cost of equipment, the class was a good value. I feel that I am now able to turn mediocre snap shots into memorable works of art." Frank Weber, San Diego three day class of 10.7.2016 "'Becoming a Master Photography Workshops' presents: Michael Seewald's 3 day Yosemite Photography Class, 'A-Z all about photography, both compositional and technical' $200 reserves your space. Balance due 14 days prior. Seewald's workshops...the difference over others? You aren't just driven around to pretty sites, which you could do on your own, you are taught how to see, think and create, like a master, from a master. That way, when you get to pretty places on your own, you'll be able to make exciting, award winning art with the concepts you've now practiced and learned. http://www.seewald.com/images/PhotoClass/students_work/Yosemite/ValleyFromTunnel_GROUP_photo_class_258.jpg Copyright Michael Seewald 2014, all rights reserved BONUS CLASS All participants that take the three classwill receive a signed Michael Seewaldoriginal photograph of choice, 11x14 in size, valued up to $1,000! WOW! That's right, BUT if you need to you can take just the first two days, for $795, the Friday and Saturday. BUT most take all three and get the extra learning/practice with a master PLUS get the bonus Seewald original photo too. *** "...I enjoyed another great outdoor experience with Michael, rain and snow and sunshine. What a wonderful opportunity to study with a master of the light in so many different light conditions. I will be back again for another class." Vicki Dobbs, Clovis, California, Yosemite class of March 10-22, '09 *** "Michael, My recent outdoor show in Santee, Ca. was a great success. ... I can't tell you the number of times people have looked at different pieces of my artwork and said "Wow!" It is exactly what you said would happen from the application of your principles. I am really jazzed about (the multi-day class) Carmel, I have my room and plane tickets already taken care of....Looking forward to seeing / learning from you again soon. " Dan McGeorge, Santee, Calif.. (Now a photo-artist with his own gallery in Coronado, CA.) *** Cancellation/refund policy: All classes outside San Diego county- cancellation policy as of 11.1.'11. 60 or more days before class, a certificate good for a future class will be issued (good for one year). With less than 60 days before class: No refund nor certificate will be issued. *** All the particulars here: http://www.seewald.com/San_diego_digital_photography_workshops_and_courses.htm

Acrylic Painting Class

Acrylic Painting Class

Wed, Nov 11, 2:00 AM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

This acrylic painting class is guided by your art teacher step by step, with instructions from beginning to end. She will emphasize landscape composition, light and shadow, and depth concepts, such as background, middle ground, and foreground. You will learn how to blend and how to use different techniques to show texture. You will create a landscape painting, from drawing, to mixing colors, and expressing your unique style. No art experience needed. All art supplies provided. Important: registration is required on our website. www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults No walk-ins.

Charcoal Drawing Classes Meet in Art Studio in SF

Charcoal Drawing Classes Meet in Art Studio in SF

Sun, Nov 8, 1:00 AM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

Thank you for visiting our group - Charcoal Drawing Class! We meet on Saturdays, 5:00-7:00pm, in my art studio located in San Francisco. All are welcome, whether you are a total beginner who want to explore, learn, or just have fun... or a more experienced artist who might want to freshen your techniques, pick up where you left off a while ago, or just enjoy the experience of drawing in a group setting and share the joy of creating art. My art studio is a place for kids M-F after school and we have day camps during school holidays. We have been in business since 2019. I have decided to include adult art classes on Saturdays and Sundays, and now we have oil painting classes 2-4:30pm, and drawing classes 5-7pm. On Sundays are have soft pastels drawing classes. We will draw still life. If there's a request for a live model, please let me know! It's a wonderful place for everyone to get together safely to have fun, learn, and bring home a beautiful piece of artwork that you have created! All art supplies are provided unless you wish to bring your own. Please go to my website https://www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults, to pay/sign up. Please note that you are not signed up for the class if you only RSVP here on Meetup. Also, many participants sign up directly on our website for the event; therefore, if you see an event with no RSVP here on Meetup, it does not mean no one is attending the event. If you have any questions, please email me at sweetartssf@gmail.com for a quick response. Hope to see you soon!

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

Sun, Nov 1, 9:00 PM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

Our art teacher will offer a demonstration, guiding students step-by-step, from the beginning to the end. You will sketch and create an oil pastel drawing/painting to take home at the end of the class. No drawing or painting experience is needed. The class is for beginners, and all the materials will be provided. ***Please remember to register for this class directly on our website here: www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults at 10pm the night before the event the latest. We do not accept walk-ins.

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

In-Person Oil Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio

Sun, Nov 8, 9:00 PM

From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF

Our art teacher will offer a demonstration, guiding students step-by-step, from the beginning to the end. You will sketch and create an oil pastel drawing/painting to take home at the end of the class. No drawing or painting experience is needed. The class is for beginners, and all the materials will be provided. ***Please remember to register for this class directly on our website here: www.sweetartssanfrancisco.com/art-for-adults at 10pm the night before the event the latest. We do not accept walk-ins.

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