Weekend Art Workshops in L.A.
Whether you’re looking to acquire a new skill, enjoy painting with your family, or make your child’s weekend feel special, we are here to help! The Artsy Backyard offers monthly painting workshops in addition to our private art classes and corporate events in our Los Angeles, CA studio, dedicated to creativity and fun!
Coming up: Celebrate Spring – Paint & Create!! Mother’s Day events
Celebrate Spring – Paint & Create!
Sunday, April 27 |
Time: 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
Class Experience
Spring is in the air — and it’s the perfect time to get creative!
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon where you can paint and decorate terra-cotta pots, ceramic bisque pieces, or wooden birdhouses — great for your garden or home.
This event is open to all ages, and everyone in your group can mix and match their projects!
How it works:
• Reserve your spot with a $12 deposit per person (applied to your project total)
• We will text you to pick your preferred time: 1 PM, 2 PM, or 3 PM
• Choose your project when you arrive — prices vary depending on what you pick
Get ready for a creative spring celebration full of color, joy, and hands-on fun!
Adult Acrylic Paining Workshop
Sunday, April 27
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Price: $90 per person
Class Description
Our classes are designed to foster creativity, enhance skills, and provide unique artistic experiences for participants of all ages and skill levels. Each session is crafted as a standalone experience, allowing flexibility for participants to join at any point in the schedule. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, you’ll find something to inspire and challenge you.
Skill-Focused Session
Blending Techniques
Learn to create smooth color transitions for skies, water, and gradients, then apply the technique to a serene painting.
All Materials Provided.
Mother’s Day Gift-Making Session
Sunday, May 4
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Class Experience
Create a Handmade Gift for Mom
Get creative ahead of Mother’s Day and design a heartfelt, hand-painted ceramic gift in this special pre-holiday session!
Perfect for kids and grown-ups alike, this workshop lets you choose from mugs, plates, trinket boxes, and more to create something truly one-of-a-kind for Mom.
All items will be glazed and ready for pickup before May 11—just in time for gifting!
$70 for two people – includes two ceramic pieces (each up to a $25 value), studio service fee, and glazing & firing.
Upgrades available for larger pieces at an additional cost.
This is a great opportunity for a parent and child to paint together, or for siblings to make gifts for Mom side by side.
Mother’s Day Painting for Two
Sunday, May 11
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Class Experience
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a creative and relaxing ceramic painting session for two! Whether it’s mom and child, two best friends, or a mother-daughter duo, this is the perfect way to spend time together and make lasting memories.
Choose from a curated selection of ceramic pieces like mugs, plates, or decorative items and paint side by side in our cozy studio. We’ll provide everything you need—plus light refreshments and a small gift to make the day extra special.
$70 for two people – includes two ceramic pieces (each up to a $25 value), studio service fee, glazing & firing, light snacks, and a special gift for Mom.
Upgrades available for larger pieces at an additional cost.
Spots are limited—reserve early!
Watercolor Workshop 5/18
Sunday, May 18
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Price: $90 per person
Class Experience
Dive into the delicate and vibrant world of watercolor painting in our monthly class. Designed for all skill levels, this class combines technique practice with the opportunity to create your own take-home masterpiece. Each session is a standalone experience, so you can join any week without missing a beat. Whether you’re a beginner exploring the medium or a seasoned artist honing your skills, this class offers something for everyone.
Layering and Transparency (Skill-Focused)
• Practice Focus: Build depth and vibrancy through transparent washes, creating light and shadow effects.
• Painting Project: Create a luminous lantern in the night with soft glowing light and rich, layered shadows.
Art Instructor: Heather Clark

Past Workshops
Check out some of our past workshops! From pottery and flower arranging to paint parties and workshops to explore different mediums, we really have it all!
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Join us for a Valentines themed workshop! You will get to learn how to make your very own floral arrangement from single stems to a beautiful arrangement! Our instructor from Daydream Florals will teach you step by step through the process it takes to to properly prep florals for arranging, design fundamentals like colors + composition, and how to arrange them to make a beautiful finished product that you can take home!
Following the floral arranging, you will use the arrangement you made as your model to paint it on a canvas with step by step instructions by one of our instructors at The Artsy Backyard. The painting will be in the impressionism style, pulling in the romance of florals into your canvas.
This class is for any level and no previous floral or painting experience is necessary. It’s a perfect workshop to attend with a loved one, friend, or on your own!
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Develop your artistic talents as you learn sculptural techniques to create exquisite torso-shaped vases and planters.
Using Air Dry clay, you will start by learning foundations like wedging and preparing clay, then progress to sculpting proportional forms. Our instructor will demonstrate specialized methods to sculpt graceful shoulders, arms, hands and facial details to craft beautiful feminine torsos. Or capture strength and masculinity in broad chests, muscular arms and chiseled features for masculine vessels. Your expert instructor will share professional tips so you can imbue your works with lifelike vitality and refined style.
You will be amazed at how your artistry evolves throughout this class. No experience is required, all materials are included. This is a unique opportunity to study elegant clay sculpting techniques hands-on, guided by a professional instructor. Enroll now - space is limited for this exclusive class. Discover your talents - register today!
Art Instructor: Keenan Spencer
All levels are welcome! Bring a friend and enjoy some down time here at our studio.
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Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine's Day with our delightful couples painting class. Enjoy an evening of artistry and bonding as you and your loved one create connecting canvas artworks guided by our expert instructor.
In our elegant studio, you'll be provided with premium canvases, paints and brushes. You can bring your own wine or beer to sip while you paint. Following along with step-by-step guidance, each of you will paint one half of a unifying composition.
No experience required, our instructor will provide easy-to-follow instruction for painters of all levels. By the end of the class, your canvases will unite into a meaningful work of art as unique as your bond.
Make unforgettable memories together while discovering your creative sides. Everything is included - just bring your significant other and get ready for a sophisticated, romantic and fun evening of couples painting. Space is limited, so register now for a Valentine's Day to remember!
Art Instructor: Keenan Spencer
complimentary coffee, tea, soda and sweets will be available.
You can bring your own wine/beer
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Create lasting memories this Valentine's Day in our heartwarming family art class. Children and parents/caregivers/best friends will work together to paint connecting canvas artworks under the guidance of our caring instructor. In our bright studio, each child will be provided with a premium canvas, paints, and brushes specially sized for little hands. Adults will receive their own supplies to paint alongside the children.
Step-by-step, you'll learn to depict sweet Valentine's Day themes that unite your canvases into a family masterpiece. No experience required - our supportive teacher will walk you through an enjoyable painting project suitable for all ages. Watch your family bond while discovering your creative talents together. By the end, your canvases will unite into a unique artwork capturing your special family love.
Make this Valentine's Day unforgettable by sharing creativity and quality time. Everything is included - just bring your loved ones ready to make memories. Space is limited so reserve your family's spots today in this heartfelt class that will become a cherished new tradition.
Art Instructor: Keenan Spencer
If you are interested , Please email: theartsybackyard@gmail.com
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🎨🌟 Monthly Sunday Art Series: Exploring Famous Artist
Embark on a journey through art history with our new Monthly Sunday Art Series, beginning on April 14th. Over the next few months, we’ll delve into the lives and styles of famous artists who have left a lasting mark on the art world. Each session will focus on a different artist and their unique artistic movement. Join us for our first session as we celebrate the iconic Frida Kahlo.
Led by our knowledgeable instructor, Keenan Spencer, participants of all levels are invited to spend three immersive hours exploring the life and art of Frida Kahlo. Discover the intricacies of her style, delve into her fascinating life story, and recreate and draw inspiration from her iconic artworks.
Tickets are available for both individual participants and pairs, but space is limited. Don’t worry if you can’t make every session—our workshops are once a month, allowing you to choose the ones that fit your schedule or pique your interest. Reserve your spot today and join us on this enriching artistic journey!