Art classes - San Francisco

Fun Art classes / courses in San Francisco

Fun things to do in the San Francisco Bay Area this weekend

We’ve all been there: stuck at a loose end, feeling unstimulated and looking for new things to do in San Francisco. Well, your quest stops here! No matter what your creative craving from capturing the beauty of your surroundings with professional smartphone photography to expressing yourself with impressionistic oil painting for beginners, our local experts are here to help.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a veteran artist looking to polish up your skills or a complete novice to the creative arts, as all the classes we offer are designed for absolute beginners. At your chosen artist’s atelier in San Francisco, you’ll be guided step by step through the basics. Your enthusiastic expert will be on hand for any questions and queries, helping to draw out the masterpiece within you.

If you’ve been looking for new ways to decompress on the weekend, take a look at our highly-rated paint and sip classes in SF. Each class offers a different theme, from gorgeous seascapes to iconic artworks, so you’re sure to find something that you’d love to hang on your wall. Whether you’re a solo artist or you’re bringing the whole gang with you for a unique birthday party or team bonding exercise, get ready for an evening of tipsy creative fun!

Rejuvenating art workshops and local experiences

Art classes in Bay Area aren't just for a fun diversion. Painting and photography can boost your wellbeing too. By focusing on creating something that you love, you’ll be stimulating the creative side of your brain, which helps with everything from managing your mood to sharpening your memory. No matter how you create, from life drawing to paper marbling, doing something you enjoy is also a fantastic way to relax, decompress and give yourself some time away from your responsibilities, leading to a healthier, happier you. Not bad huh? They even make thoughtful gifts if you know someone who could use a little art in their lives - what could be a more unique housewarming gift than a couple’s painting class?

Whether you want to take the first step on the path to a lifelong hobby or are just looking for fun things to do in San Francisco, an art class or photography course is the best way to connect with the local creative scene, meet new people and level up your skills. You’ll also come away with uniquely beautiful artwork to hang on your space or give as a one-of-a-kind gift, along with the skills to continue creating art for a lifetime!

Fun indoor activities

Stuck indoors but still struck by the creative urge? Bring the workshop to you with our online painting classes for beginners and art kits! Arriving in stylish packaging and containing everything you’ll need to create something wonderful in your own home, our kits make fantastic creative gifts for guys, unique housewarming ideas or even just as a treat to yourself - you’ve earned it!

Thanks to our creative San Fran superstars, we’ve made it easier than ever to bring their expert tutelage right to your living room. You can either choose to go it alone with a DIY art kit, or get the benefit of your instructor’s experience with a live-streaming virtual art class! Whichever you opt for, it’s the best way to dip your toe into the world of making art at home.

Got kids with artsy aspirations? Many of our partners also offer classes for budding painters and photographers! Kids and teens will love to go hands-on with these easy-to-follow art classes at home. It’s a brilliant boredom buster that also helps them gain some nifty new skills and create something they can be proud of.