Fine Art & Calligraphy Workshops
Teacher and owner Linda Wehrli offers drawing, pastel, watercolor, acrylic oil painting,
pen-and-ink and calligraphy workshops in her Valley Glen Studio. Ms. Wehrli brings over 20 years of experience and professional training to her classes. Basic to advanced lessons are offered for children as young as 6 years, teens, adults and seniors. Students are encouraged to develop their own unique style and gain exposure for their work through public exhibitions. Linda holds student art shows throughout the year.
Classes are held Monday through Saturday, year-round. There are no enrollment fees. Ideal for home school programs. Ask about special session and sibling discounts. Linda is a member of the Greater Valley Glen Council, local Chambers of Commerce, Rotary Club and professional art teacher's associations. Call 818-766-0614 for a class schedule or visit pastimes4lifetime.com.
Canoga Park Youth Arts Center
Located at 7222 Remmet Ave., classes are limited to eight students and appeal to ages 6-17. Classes explore architecture in art, Japanese anime, impressionism, 3-dimensional art, and comic book art as well as traditional drawing and painting. For more information call 346-7099 or fax 818-346-7232.
Van Nuys Recreation Center
Summer camp activities often include arts and crafts. Music, dance and plays may also be part of the program, which caters to children ages 5 - 13. Camp runs from the end of June until the end of August from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Center is located at 14301 Vanowen Street. Call 756-8131 for a schedule and registration information.
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NoHo Gallery LA
NoHo Gallery LA’s Principles of Art Youth Art Classes at the historic Lankershim Arts Center will teach your child basic drawing and painting techniques and skill development using a variety of mediums and tools. Instructor Vanessa Martinelli will help your child learn mind/hand coordination (right brain activity); color theory; use of different drawing and painting mediums (charcoal, pencil, water color, tempera, etc.); line, shape, texture and form methods; fun and interactive activities on the history of art and the artists who led these styles. A student art show will be held at the end of each session in the gallery!
For ages 6-17 (classes divided by age and skill level); 18 hours of professional and FUN instruction Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-6PM, at 5108 Lankershim Blvd. The cost of $116 includes all supplies, activities and art show. For dates and more information call 818/752-7568 or visit www.nohogalleryla.com/classes.htm.
Community Extension Programs
Both Los Angeles Valley College and Los Angeles Mission College offer community extension classes. These non-credit classes can provide skill development, cultural enrichment and recreational enjoyment. A number of courses
culminate in a certificate of completion. They present an excellent way to pursue or enhance an interest in the arts.
Los Angeles Valley College
818-947-2320; lavalleycollege.com
Los Angeles Mission College
818-364-7387; Most classes held at Granada Hills High School
Sample Classes:
- Digital Media Production
- Glass Etching
- Handmade Papermaking
- Quilting
- Jewelry Making
- Stained Glass Windows
- Gift Wrapping & Bowmaking
- Calligraphy
- Mosaics
- Decoupage
- Clay & Ceramics
- Oil & Acrylic Painting
- Watercolor Painting
- Acting
- Singing
- Piano
- Guitar
- Floral Design
- Dance
- Photography
- Drawing Cartoons
- Songwriting
- Creative Writing
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Los Angeles Valley College has a long-standing and well respected arts program. Find out