RSA WORKSHOPS

Discover new techniques, build confidence, and connect with fellow artists in our inspiring, hands-on workshops. All supplies included! Refreshments served at in-studio sessions. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.


๐ŸŽจ March 22 โ€“ Anders Zorn โ€“ Mastering Limited Palettes

Unlock the power of Zornโ€™s famous 4-color palette. Learn how to mix warm and cool tones effectively, creating striking paintings with harmony, simplicity, and richness.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Sunday, March 22
๐Ÿ•™ Time: 10:30 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Raminfard School of Arts, Agoura Hills
๐Ÿ’ฐ Price:$150 per person
๐ŸŽจ Medium: Acrylic or Oil Paint (Depending on Experience)
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Includes: All materials Included!

 

Register for March 22 Workshop

 


โœ๏ธ April 12 โ€“ Head Drawing Fundamentals

Head Drawing Workshop

A repeat of our popular head-drawing class, designed to strengthen your skills in proportion, shading, and capturing likeness. Perfect for both first-timers and returning students.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Sunday, April 12
๐Ÿ•™ Time: 10:30 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Raminfard School of Arts, Agoura Hills
๐Ÿ’ฐ Price:$150 per person
๐ŸŽจ Medium: Graphite
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Includes: All materials Included!

This package includes snacks, drinks, and demos + materials.

 

Register for April 12 Workshop

 


Up Next Workshops


Please Note

Core Workshops are intended for ALL students of art. These workshop develop your approach to observational drawing & painting as well as help you improve your overall design, composition, and color theory skills. We recommend that you do these workshops regularly to help forward you in your artistic development.

2026 Workshops

๐Ÿ—ป April 26 โ€“ Outdoor Painting (Core)

Another chance to enjoy plein-air painting in scenic surroundings. Focus on capturing natural light, mood, and atmosphere while painting outdoors with guidance and support.

โœ๐Ÿผ May 3 โ€“ Figure Drawing Fundamentals (Core)

Sharpen your figure drawing skills with structured exercises on gesture, proportion, and anatomy. Great for building confidence in drawing the human form.

๐ŸŒ… May 17 โ€“ Ivan Aivazovsky โ€“ Mastering Clouds & Skies

Study the dramatic skies and luminous seascapes of Aivazovsky. Learn glazing, blending, and atmospheric techniques to paint radiant skies full of depth and movement.

๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ June 7 โ€“ Degas โ€“ Colors and Compositions

Discover Degasโ€™ mastery of movement and composition. Experiment with layered colors, pastel-inspired techniques, and dynamic framing to create lively, expressive works.

๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿผโ€๐Ÿฆฐ June 28 โ€“ Start-to-Finishย Self Portrait

Learn the entire process of creating a self portrait! From how to photograph, crop, and edit your own photo to completing and photographing your finished work.

๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿปโ€๐ŸŽจ July 12 โ€“ Mary Cassatt โ€“ Drawing the Head (Core)

Learn Cassattโ€™s intimate approach to portraiture, focusing on softness, sensitivity, and naturalism. Weโ€™ll explore how to capture emotion and character in your head drawings.

๐Ÿคฉ July 26 โ€“ A Day at the Gettyย 

Join us for a day of artistic exploration at the Getty Museum, where weโ€™ll delve into the masterpieces and uncover the secrets of light, design, color harmony, and brushwork.ย 

๐Ÿž๏ธ August 16 โ€“ Edgar Payne โ€“ Colors and Compositions

Delve into Payneโ€™s techniques for bold compositions and vibrant landscapes. Learn to design strong focal points and use color harmonies to bring energy to your paintings.

๐ŸซŸ September 13 โ€“ Rembrandt โ€“ The Power of Value and Glazing

Study Rembrandtโ€™s timeless mastery of light and shadow. Explore how to use values, layering, and glazing to achieve dramatic depth and atmosphere in your paintings.

๐Ÿง๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ September 27 โ€“ Male Figure Drawing (Core)

Focus on the strength and structure of the male form in this live-model workshop. Youโ€™ll practice gesture, anatomy, and expressive mark-making to bring energy to your drawings.

๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ October 4 โ€“ Frida Kahlo โ€“ Symbolism and Self-Portraits

Channel Kahloโ€™s fearless use of symbolism and self-expression. Create a meaningful self-portrait that reflects your inner world through bold color and imaginative imagery.

๐ŸŒณ October 18 โ€“ Outdoor Painting (Core)

Capture the changing colors of fall in nature. This plein-air session emphasizes simplifying shapes, balancing values, and finding harmony in natural color.

๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ November 8 โ€“ Overcoming Perfectionism

Back by popular demand, this workshop helps you silence self-doubt and rediscover the joy of creating without fear of mistakes. A liberating experience for all artists.

๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ December 6 โ€“ Giftable Mini Paintings

End the year with creativity and generosity by making 3โ€“5 small works perfect for holiday gifting. Explore quick layering, glazing, and finishing techniques on a small scale.

Register for 2026 Workshops

The Raminfard School of Arts is a fine art studio and educational center located in Agoura Hills, California, offering structured instruction in drawing, painting, and visual arts for children, teens, and adults. RSA provides ongoing classes, workshops, camps, private lessons, and community art events, with a focus on foundational skills, thoughtful observation, and creative confidence. Serving Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, Calabasas, Oak Park, and the greater Conejo Valley.