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Sacramento Fine Arts Center offers a variety of classes . Session dates, media, and pricing are at the discretion of the individual instructor.
Please contact instructors directly for more information and enrollment.
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Classes
Painting with Paper
Carol Hawkins
Mixed Media/collage class
1 - 2 times a month, Friday class. 1 - 4 pm. Please email carolhawkinsartist@gmail.com for class, dates, and questions.
All supplies included $75
Email:
Carolhawkinsartist@gmail.com
Phone Number:
(916) 802-2676
Please RSVP to reserve your seat.
AcrylicsCarol Hawkins
I found my calling teaching art after retiring. My greatest pleasure is to watch students grow and discover the glorious world of art! I am currently teaching acrylic and mixed media classes at the Sacramento Fine Arts Center.
I am an exhibiting artist and have received numerous awards including Best of Show, and Juror Awards. My artwork is currently being shown at the Blue Wing Gallery, Woodland, California.
Saturday class. 1 - 3 pm
Email:
Carolhawkinsartist@gmail.com
Phone Number:
(916) 802-2676
Please RSVP to reserve your seat.
Studio PaintingBobbi Baldwin
This painting class is open to all skill levels and types of paint. The demonstration & lecture are based on 40 years’ experience covering many subjects (landscapes, still life, animals, portraits, horses, etc.), as well as technique, drawing, light/shadow, temperatures of color, color mixing, composition, use of color, etc. Students work at their own pace throughout the class with personal assistance as needed. $150 per calendar month.
Tuesdays 10am-1pm
Phone:
916 . 505 . 8253
Email:
Bobbi@BaldwinFineArt.com
Oil PaintingRhonda Egan
Learn how to paint with an expert in a relaxed atmosphere. Beginners will start with the basics of mixing color, application of paint and learning to see and interpret their chosen subject matter. Students, who have more experience, can work more independently, obtaining helpful suggestions along the way. Students will be taught how to paint with a palette knife, avoiding the need of toxic mediums and messy clean-up. Brushes are allowed but only odorless solvents may be used. Mature teens allowed. Materials not included.
Weds, 1-3:30 pm, 6 sessions
Contact Rhonda for price and start date.
Call 916 396-3431
Website: www.rhondaegan.com Email: rhonda@rhondaegan.com
Beginning DrawingRaina Montgomery
This six-week course meets on Sundays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Class Fee: $240
Course Curriculum:
- Left/Right brain shift: Crossing over vase vs. face and upside-down drawings.
- Perception of edges: Drawing memories, navigating your symbol system, and meeting edges and contours.
- Perception of spaces: Positive aspects of negative space.
- Perception of relationships: 1-point and 2-point perspective.
- Perception of lights and shadows: Learning to shade.
- Final Project: A drawing of your hand using all the techniques learned in the series.
About the Instructor:
Raina Montgomery holds a BA in Art Studio/Education from CSUS and has extensive experience teaching a wide range of disciplines, including drawing, painting, watercolor, glass fusion, ceramics, puppetry, woodworking, calligraphy, alcohol ink, resin art, jewelry making, and paper crafts.
Contact Raina at rainamontgomery2@gmail.com
Call or Text Raina Montgomery at 916-203-7601.
Portraits & the Human Form
Bobbi Baldwin
Bobbi Baldwin started teaching oil portrait painting in 1985 and selling commission portraits since 1982. Educated through the national portrait societies. We will be exploring all aspects of the human face and form as well as skin tones, light, shadow, temperature, composition, etc. Each week we will have a new subject or technique to talk about and I will give a demonstration for the first hour of each class. Artists will work on their own projects, with help as needed, for the remainder of the class. $150 per calendar month
Wednesdays 10am – 1pm
Phone:
916 . 505 . 8253
Email:
Bobbi@BaldwinFineArt.com
Landscape Painting - Oil & Soft PastelSusan Sarback
Learn how to capture the luminous light and color of nature. In this class you’ll be painting
landscapes with a focus on seeing and painting the way light affects color. You’ll learn the relationship of value, temperature, and chroma (intensity) which create the “light key” or quality of light for any subject. Composition, subject choice, color harmony, and painting skills are taught in each class. There will be plenty of personal instruction. Landscape photos will be available.
Susan Sarback is an internationally known artist who has taught painting workshops around the world. She is the author of “Capturing Radiant Color” a North Light publication.
Basic drawing and painting skills are needed. This is not a class for beginners. Adults only.
Monday from 1-3:30 pm. (2x monthly)
To register contact Susan Sarback:
email: ss@susansarback.com
phone: (916) 607-5664
website: www.susansarback.com
WatercolorMargaret Blanchfield
Join Margaret Blanchfield on Thursday afternoons for skill building, techniques and color theory. Instruction will include demonstration, work time and Q&A/critique. In the first week's class, we will begin the painting as I introduce new techniques.
Thursdays, 1-3 PM
4 Sessions
To Register visit: https://www.sacramentoartclasses.com/workshops
For questions, email Margaret at info@SacramentoArtClasses.com
Watercolor
Margaret Blanchfield
Join me on Thursday afternoons for skill building, techniques and color theory. Instruction will include demonstration, work time and Q&A/critique. In the first week's class, we will begin the painting as I introduce new techniques.
Thursdays, 3:45-5 PM
4 Sessions
To Register visit: https://www.sacramentoartclasses.com/workshops
For questions, email Margaret at
info@SacramentoArtClasses.com
6-Week Painting Course
Ashleigh Anderson
Schedule & Current Topic: Dates, times, and course subject rotate per session, see the registration link for the current details.
Investment: $300 (materials not included) - Here is a link to my recommended materials list to help make sure you’re fully equipped with essential supplies for both our studio time and for practice at home
About the Course: This immersive six-week course is designed to deeply refine your painting skills from the ground up. The specific focus and meeting times rotate throughout the year. Depending on the session, we may spend six weeks diving deeply into traditional landscapes, exploring the nuances of still life, or mastering foundational concepts like creating light and depth.
Regardless of the subject matter, the core curriculum is always rooted in traditional realism and technical mastery. You will learn to build strong value underpaintings, mix efficiently from a limited palette, and apply paint effectively from dark to light. Expect a supportive, focused environment where you can truly elevate your craft.
Class Size: Limited to 15 students to ensure dedicated, individual guidance for every painter
Medium Focus: Oils or Acrylics. This course focuses on opaque layering, moving from dark to light. Because of this, transparent mediums won't align well with the techniques covered in this class.
Register Here: Click Here to View the Next Topic, Start Date, and to Register
Contact: (916)768-1742
Email: landscapesbyashleigh@gmail.com
Studio Mentorship Group
Ashleigh Anderson
Schedule: Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Price: $150 per calendar month
Mediums: This class is open to artists of any skill level who use opaque mediums(oil and acrylic). My painting process and style are more helpful to students working in those mediums.
This weekly mentorship group is a wonderful space to grow your skills, share inspiration, and enjoy a dedicated weekly morning of creativity. Bring whatever painting you are currently working on, whether it’s a landscape, an animal portrait, or a different subject entirely. If you're starting fresh or looking for inspiration, don't worry! I'll always have a selection of reference photos available for you to choose from. We begin each session with a short lecture focusing on a specific painting technique. We cover essential skills such as color mixing, value underpaintings, composition, simplifying complex subjects, and creating depth. After the morning lesson, you have the rest of the time to paint at your own pace. You'll receive personalized guidance and encouragement as you work through your piece.
Click here to register at Landscapes By Ashleigh
Contact: (916)768-1742
Email: landscapesbyashleigh@gmail.com
