Summer 2026
Session Dates: July 7th to August 1st
Check back for our full class schedule!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
In Person Registration Begins Saturday, June 13th at 9 am
CLASS FEES payable in cash OR check only to City of LA, DCA.
LAB FEES and registration will be processed via Eventbrite,
so ensure you have your phone/device ready for use.
Intermediate Classes require completing pre-screening application before registering.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
One (1) ticket per person at a time. Students looking to register for a second class OR for an additional person must re-enter the line after they register for their class.
Due to high demand, students can only sign up for one (1) jewelry class OR one (1) ceramics class OR one (1) intensive class per session.
INTERMEDIATE CLASSES
Intermediate-level classes require approval from the Teaching Artist before you can enroll. Pre-requisites include having taken a beginner class in the medium at Barnsdall Arts Center or having equivalent experience outside of the Center. Interested students will submit their form along with 2-3 photos using the provided forms below.
Questions or concerns? Please email us at DCA.Barnsdall.BAC@lacity.org
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Tuesdays
| Code | Class Name | Teaching Artist | Time | # of Weeks |
Class fee Regular/Senior |
Lab Fee | Slots |
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| T1 | Creative Mixer: Collage & Mixed Media |
Graham Moore | 10 am – 1 pm | 4 Weeks | $48/$36 | $15 | 14 |
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This immersive, hands-on session will combine traditional art & design techniques practised by commercial artists and designers before the introduction of computer generated art. Techniques covered will include cut and paste, creating collage compositions, using texture, color, text & imagery from magazines, Surface Printing with cardboard and paper shapes and colored construction papers, Image manipulation/Modification with magazine/book images, Image transfer with packing tape and contact paper. Emphasis will be on process and experimentation. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| T2 | Masks of Destiny | Hannah Maximova | 10 am – 1 pm | 4 Weeks | $48/$36 | $35 | 10 |
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In this class, students will construct plaster masks on faces and then use cardboard to create fanciful and intriguing compositions. Once the plaster and cardboard is sewn together, the masks can be surfaced with paint or metal leaf. This project encourages students to explore their creativity and sharpen their skills at translating diffuse dreams into concrete, wearable reality. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| T3 | Stained Glass | Derek Yee | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | 4 Weeks | $48/$36 | $15 | 15 |
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Uncover the fundamental techniques for safely working with colorful glass. From cutting to soldering & assembly, students will discover a plethora of methods for creating stunning stained glass pieces. Instructions and material list will be provided on the first day of class for individual projects. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| T4 | Surrealism in Creative Writing | Claudia Ross | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | 4 Weeks | $48/$36 | None | 15 |
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This class will investigate all things surreal in creative writing, both past and present. Students will spend each class writing, reading and discussing examples of writers exploring different approaches to surrealism, and sharing their own work. Students will learn the basics of creative writing, from plot and essay structure to character development, setting, and scene. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| T5 | Ink on Fabric: Textile Design | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | 1 Day: July 7 |
$12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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| T6 | Pattern on Fabric: Printmaking Workshop | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | 1 Day: July 14 |
$12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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| T7 | Passementarie Weaving | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | 1 Day: July 21 |
$12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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| T8 | Fiber Jewelry | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | 1 Day: July 28 |
$12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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Tuesdays
| Class Name | Teaching Artist | Time | Class Fee Reg./Sr. |
Lab Fee |
Slots |
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| Creative Mixer: Collage & Mixed Media |
Graham Moore | 10 am – 1 pm | $48/$36 | $15 | 14 |
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This immersive, hands-on session will combine traditional art & design techniques practised by commercial artists and designers before the introduction of computer generated art. Techniques covered will include cut and paste, creating collage compositions, using texture, color, text & imagery from magazines, Surface Printing with cardboard and paper shapes and colored construction papers, Image manipulation/Modification with magazine/book images, Image transfer with packing tape and contact paper. Emphasis will be on process and experimentation. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| Masks of Destiny | Hannah Maximova | 10 am – 1 pm | $48/$36 | $35 | 10 |
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In this class, students will construct plaster masks on faces and then use cardboard to create fanciful and intriguing compositions. Once the plaster and cardboard is sewn together, the masks can be surfaced with paint or metal leaf. This project encourages students to explore their creativity and sharpen their skills at translating diffuse dreams into concrete, wearable reality. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| Stained Glass | Derek Yee | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | $48/$36 | $15 | 15 |
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Uncover the fundamental techniques for safely working with colorful glass. From cutting to soldering & assembly, students will discover a plethora of methods for creating stunning stained glass pieces. Instructions and material list will be provided on the first day of class for individual projects. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| Surrealism in Creative Writing | Claudia Ross | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | $48/$36 | None | 15 |
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This class will investigate all things surreal in creative writing, both past and present. Students will spend each class writing, reading and discussing examples of writers exploring different approaches to surrealism, and sharing their own work. Students will learn the basics of creative writing, from plot and essay structure to character development, setting, and scene. CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| Ink on Fabric: Textile Design | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | $12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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Check back later! CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| Pattern on Fabric: Printmaking Workshop | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | $12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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Check back later! CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| Passementarie Weaving | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | $12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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Check back later! CLICK HERE FOR STUDENT MATERIALS LIST |
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| Fiber Jewelry | Io Olivera | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | $12/$9 | $35 | 14 |
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Contact Us
Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Address
4814 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90027
Phone
(323) 644-6295
Hours
General Hours:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
During the session:
Monday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Friday -Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
*Closed During City Holidays*
Email Us
4814 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
BAC: (323) 644-6295
BJAC: (323) 644-6275
Barnsdall Arts Center (BAC), Barnsdall Junior Arts Center (BJAC), and BJAC Gallery are facilities operated by the City of Los Angeles, DCA
Public Land Acknowledgment
It is important that we prioritize respect for both the historic culture and the contemporary presence of indigenous peoples throughout California, and especially in the Los Angeles area. To that end, and particularly as a public and civic institution, we acknowledge that our facility resides on what was historically the homeland of Kizh, Tongva, and Chumash peoples who were dispossessed of their land.
4814 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
BAC: (323) 644-6295
BJAC: (323) 644-6275
Barnsdall Arts Center (BAC), Barnsdall Junior Arts Center (BJAC), and BJAC Gallery are facilities operated by the City of Los Angeles, DCA
Public Land Acknowledgment
It is important that we prioritize respect for both the historic culture and the contemporary presence of indigenous peoples throughout California, and especially in the Los Angeles area. To that end, and particularly as a public and civic institution, we acknowledge that our facility resides on what was historically the homeland of Kizh, Tongva, and Chumash peoples who were dispossessed of their land.
Barnsdall Arts Center (BAC), Barnsdall Junior Arts Center (BJAC), and BJAC Gallery are facilities operated by the City of Los Angeles, DCA
Public Land Acknowledgement
It is important that we prioritize respect for both the historic culture and the contemporary presence of indigenous peoples throughout California, and especially in the Los Angeles area. To that end, and particularly as a public and civic institution, we acknowledge that our facility resides on what was historically the homeland of Kizh, Tongva, and Chumash peoples who were dispossessed of their land.