intermediate  acrylic painting
from realism to abstract—and everything in between

Prerequisite for this class is Intro to Acrylics.

From realism to abstract and everything in between.

This course builds upon the skills acquired in our introductory class. Artists will dive deeper into learning about color and composition using acrylics as well as more advanced approaches to painting.

​Each artist will be working on 1-2 pieces that they will complete during the 5-week course. 

Intermediate prepares our students for Special Studies, Advanced Classes, Mentorship Program, and Professional Artists Program.

Intermediate 1, 2, and 3 can be taken in any order so students can start with any of these sessions.

Each session has its own unique set of lessons. To fully take the Intermediate class is to take all 15 lessons (3 sessions).
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Supply List:

• canvases or wood panels, any size
• 9x12 disposable palette
• Acrylic paints and mediums
• Acrylic bristle brushes in various sizes
• palette knives
• any art tools or materials you have​
• quality paper towels, like Blue Shop Towels or Viva

Optional Materials:

• Spray Bottle
• Color Wheel Pocket Guide

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TUE AM Class Info:

• ​Next session: Intermediate #2, February 11 - March 11
• TUE AM, 10:30am-1:30pm
• Cost is $199 (5 classes)
• Max 14 students 
• For intermediate skill level
• Age level: adult (18 & up)​

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WED PM Class Info:

• Next session: Intermediate #2, February 12 - March 12
• ​WED PM, 6:00pm-9:00pm
• Cost is $199 (5 classes)
• Max 14 students 
• For intermediate skill level
• Age level: adult (18 & up)​

Artists who have taken this class may want to investigate our WED AM Special Studies featuring various topics and instructors.

​Parking Info

TUE AM -- register

​​​​Class Cancellation & Refund Policies

wed pm -- register

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About the instructor

Scott Allen - TUE AM and WED PM Instructor

Scott is a recent arrival to the San Diego arts community and has made Art on 30th one of his homes. He has spent over 35 years as a creative director in design and advertising studios including his own firm, and worked as an Advertising and Marketing Coordinator for a Northern California Community College.

As a graphic designer, photography and art was always a driving force for attracting and motivating the reader to notice your material. It’s not really any different with digital or paint to canvas. For me, making the canvas alive is the key. The use of design and creatively bringing color into my work is my joy.

Now, mostly retired from the corporate and educational worlds, Scott spends his time traveling and in his studio painting and creating digital art on his computer and tablet.

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WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS CLASS...

• those who have already taken Intro to Abstract Acrylics
• those who want an understanding of abstract language

• those who want to create strong compositions
• those who want to learn new techniques with new tools

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"Great abstract class! I am in my second one and plan to take more. Nice studio, convenient location, and a Great place to meet interesting people with similar interests.  excellent lessons and on-going follow up advice from the instructors."

~Steve S.

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