Drawing Workshop

Explore foundational drawing skills in a hands-on sketching class in Santa Monica!



2 hours Location Santa Monica Class size 1 to 10 guests   $60
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There’s something wildly satisfying about turning a blank page into something beautiful–and this drawing class in Santa Monica makes that magic feel totally doable, even if you haven’t picked up a pencil since high school.
In one of these warm, beginner-friendly workshops, choose from a variety of classes–like drawing a sphere (a deceptively simple gateway to understanding shadows and depth), or exploring still life, gesture, and portrait drawing–at your own pace. Each session includes a 30-minute demonstration followed by up to 90 minutes of guided individual practice. Along the way, you’ll explore how to see like an artist, practice fun techniques like hatching and shading, and discover how to learn drawing in a way that actually sticks.
Whether you’re on the hunt for creative date ideas in Santa Monica, looking for meaningful things to do by the beach, or ready to tackle drawing lessons for beginners head-on, this cozy class will have you sketching like you mean it. Beginning art classes for adults have never felt so encouraging–or so fun!
Class Options:
  • Introduction and Drawing a Sphere: Master shadows and dimensional form.
  • Still Life Drawing: Draw everyday objects with precision.
  • Gesture Drawing: Quickly capture the human figure, from stick figures to muscle.
  • Portrait Drawing: Learn facial structure and proportion.
  • Drawing a Whole Body: Study detailed full-body anatomy, capture shapes and values.
  • Personal Project: Apply techniques to custom artwork based on photos you provide.
This workshop is also available as a course for $275. You can book the six-week course here!

Upcoming dates for Drawing Workshop

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 3:43pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

59 upcoming dates between 16 Nov 2026 and 27 Dec 2027.

  • Mon, Nov 16 2026, 7pm-9pm
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What you'll get
  • Drawing materials: pencils, erasers, and paper
  • Personalized feedback from a professional artist
  • Better understanding of light, form, and proportion
  • A finished artwork based on your own photo
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Knowledge required
Welcome to all levels!
What to bring
  • An interest in drawing!
  • Enthusiasm and an open mind!
Location

PAINT:LAB Art Studio - 1453 14th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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  • 5/5 from Cole Rich, attended Apr 2026: Great class, learned a lot.
  • 5/5 from Nundhiana Dhahrulsalam, attended Apr 2026: I took the second class of the series - still life and composition. Our instructor Terry was great! - he gave clear instructions, and walked around with really helpful tips to improve on my drawing. I really enjoyed the creative freedom paired with guidelines.
  • 4/5 from Joan Ayton, attended Sep 2025: It was very informative. I learned about atructure
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PAINT:LAB
PAINT:LAB

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PAINT:LAB is a walk-in art studio where people can experience, express, and explore their creativity through the medium of paint without having to set up a studio at home. Our staff is made up of experienced painters and artists who provide a fun, creative, environment for our customers. We offer in-studio two-hour workshops for those who wish to learn a new medium, art process or just brush up on their techniques. Our goal is to allow both painters and non-painters alike the opportunity of discovering the artist within. At PAINT:LAB, people can experience, express and explore their creativity through the medium of paint, our motto is “Everyone Can Paint!”
PAINT:LAB opened it’s doors on March 21, 2009 on Main Street in Santa Monica. We have since moved to a great space at 1453 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404. Our hope is to eventually bring the PAINT:LAB concept to children and adults in many other neighborhoods, spanning across the country. We are here to provide a nurturing, creative space where customers can come in on their own schedule and create works of art that can uplift their spirit and boost their personal esteem and satisfaction. Spending a day at PAINT:LAB is an empowering and creative activity.

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