Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 12 July
Golf Course Dr. - 10am - 3 Hours
Andre Bick
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 26 July
Golf Course Dr. - 10am - 2 Hours
Andre Bick
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 02 August
Golf Course Dr. - 10am - 3 Hours
Andre Bick
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Street Photography
Saturday 16 August
Golf Course Dr. - 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.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 16 August
Menifee - 10am - 2 Hours
Edward Gonzalez
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance
As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 06 September
Menifee - 10am - 3 Hours
Edward Gonzalez
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 27 September
Menifee - 10am - 2 Hours
Edward Gonzalez
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Watercolor Postcards
Saturday 12 July
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Create small, meaningful works of art to share or keep in Watercolor Postcards! In this playful and relaxed session, you'll paint mini landscapes, abstract designs, or personal messages using watercolor techniques scaled down to postcard size. Perfect for gifting, mailing, or collecting, these tiny paintings pack a lot of personality into a small space.
Acrylics/Watercolor Class Summer Painting
Saturday 19 July
Mission Beach - 10am - 2 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Celebrate the warmth and vibrancy of summer with a painting session full of sun-soaked inspiration! In this class, you'll create a cheerful seasonal piece using either acrylics or watercolorsthink bright skies, blooming gardens, beach scenes, or anything that captures the feeling of summer. Whether you're going for bold and colorful or light and breezy, this is a great opportunity to experiment with technique and express your seasonal style.
Foliage and Nature Painting
Sunday 27 July
Balboa Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Kennedy
Come out and join us to enjoy painting scenes from our natural world! In this class we will focus on painting foliage, specifically trees and how to render the shadows they make. Paint a peaceful scene of our local Jacaranda tree while enjoying the company of fellow artists.
Beachscapes & Sunsets in Watercolor
Sunday 03 August
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Dive into the colors and calm of coastal scenes in Beachscapes & Sunsets in Watercolor. This session focuses on capturing the soft transitions of sky, the movement of water, and the warmth of sunset hues using layering, wet-on-wet techniques, and color blending. Great for all skill levels, this workshop encourages a relaxed, expressive approach to painting natural beauty.
Botanical Beauty in Watercolor
Sunday 17 August
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Celebrate the delicate details of nature in Botanical Beauty in Watercolor. This session is all about observing and painting plants, flowers, and leaves with care and creativity. We'll explore techniques for layering transparent color, capturing organic shapes, and adding fine details to bring your botanical subjects to life. Whether you prefer loose impressions or more detailed studies, this workshop offers inspiration for every style.
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Sunday 14 September
El Prado, San Diego - 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.
Succulents, Cacti and Leafy Plants
Sunday 28 September
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Unleash your inner artist and learn the art of watercolor painting in the beautiful surroundings of the City Botanic Gardens. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process, teaching you the techniques and skills needed to create stunning watercolor paintings of the stunning flora and fauna around you.All skill levels, from beginners to advanced, are welcome to join us!Note Don't forget to bring your watercolor supplies to the event! We're excited to see your creativity in action.
