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Welcome to Ron's Fine Art Studio Classes in Pasadena, CA
Ron the Art Coach believes that art is a fundamental aspect of human life and should be accessible to everyone. His art classes are designed to help you develop your creative skills and express yourself through a variety of mediums. Passionate about teaching, Ron will provide you with the guidance and support you need to achieve your artistic goals.
- Class is limited to 6-7 students per session and is first come availability.
- Session lengths and pricing will vary based on the type of class.
- ALL materials will be provided. (Canvas board included. Stretched canvas is extra)
- For ages 12+ to Adult
- The location of the studio is near VONS off of Colorado Blvd. and Sierra Madre Blvd. in Pasadena, CA. Parking will be on the street.
**These classes are NOT associated with Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden. Ron's Saturday classes at the Arboretum (Basic & Mid-Advanced painting) will continue this year and for the foreseeable future.
Sunday Session Class Subjects
This is a list of Sunday class skill building subjects we look forward to offering in future painting sessions. If you are interested in any of these subjects or have suggestions, please click the button below to let us know.
--Butterflies --Birds --Tree Forms --Flower Forms --Painting on Small/Mini Canvas (4x4" or smaller) --Desert Landscapes --Sunrise & Sunsets --Ocean Landscapes --Storms --Bridges --Lakes & Rivers --Mountains & Canyons --Mood Colors --Color Mixing Techniques --Urban Landscapes --Painting Designs on River Rocks --Painting Designs on Bird Houses --Night with Moonlight --Movement in Painting
Weeknight Open Painting Sessions
DATE: Tuesday evenings
TIME: 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 hrs)
PRICE: $ 25 per person (for the entire session)
PAYMENT TYPE: Cash, Check or Zelle (due on the first day of class)
This class will allow you to come in and use the Studio for painting. ALL materials will be provided. (Canvas board included. Stretched canvas is extra). Ron the Art Coach will be there to answer questions, assist you on paintings you are starting or are currently working on and possibly have informational handouts for you.
** Due to a limitation of 6 seats available in the Studio, we can't have people just drop in. You will still need to sign up for these open classes per the dates listed below.
Weeknight Painting Dates
Session A - 2025
- July 29, Aug 5, Aug 12, Aug 19 -- 5 seats left !
Session B - 2025
- Sep 9, Sep 16, Sep 23, Sep 30 -- 5 seats left !
Session 5 - Desert Landscapes - Sep. 21, 2025
DATE: Sundays 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12 (4 week session)
TIME: 11:00am - 2:00pm (3 hrs)
PRICE: $ 30 per person (for the entire session)
PAYMENT TYPE: Cash, Check or Zelle (due on the first day of class)
This class is appropriate for people that have experience with basic painting skills and can read the color wheel for color mixing and who wish to paint in the company of others.
In this session we will focus on painting Desert Landscapes and the wildlife that inhabit within. Learn skills on perspective, composition, warm vs cool colors, light & shadow.
- Expect to finish 1-2 paintings on canvas board using Acrylic paint. For seasoned artists, we offer water mixable oil (oil H20).
- Use the "rule of thirds" or projector to trace image on canvas.
- Handouts will be given to supplement the in-person instruction.
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9/21/25 Week 1 - Desert Landscapes
- Review class building exercises and handouts.
- Practice on cardstock using Acrylic paint.
- Begin 1st painting.
9/28/25 Week 2 - Desert Landscapes
- Finish 1st painting.
10/5/25 Week 3 - Desert Landscapes
- Begin 2nd painting.
10/12/25 Week 4 - Desert Landscapes
- Finish 2nd painting.
Session 4 - Pond & Stream Landscapes - Aug. 10, 2025
DATE: Sundays 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 9/7 (4 week session)
TIME: 11:00am - 2:00pm (3 hrs)
PRICE: $ 30 per person (for the entire session)
PAYMENT TYPE: Cash, Check or Zelle (due on the first day of class)
This class is appropriate for people that have experience with basic painting skills and can read the color wheel for color mixing and who wish to paint in the company of others.
In this session we will focus on painting Pond and Stream landscapes and the wildlife in and around those bodies of water. Learn skills of showing movement (water & fish), foreground vs background and warm vs cool colors.
- Expect to finish 1-2 paintings on canvas board using Acrylic paint. For seasoned artists, we offer water mixable oil (oil H20).
- Use the "rule of thirds" or projector to trace image on canvas.
- Handouts will be given to supplement the in-person instruction.
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8/10/25 Week 1 - Pond & Stream Landscapes
- Review class building exercises and handouts.
- Practice on cardstock using Acrylic paint.
- Begin 1st painting.
8/17/25 Week 2 - Pond & Stream Landscapes
- Finish 1st painting.
8/24/25 Week 3 - Pond & Stream Landscapes
- Begin 2nd painting.
9/17/25 Week 4 - Pond & Stream Landscapes
- Finish 2nd painting.
Session 3 - Mini Canvas Painting - July 20, 2025
DATE: Sundays 7/20/25 - 7/27/25 (2 week session)
TIME: 11:00am - 2:00pm (3 hrs)
PRICE: $20 per person (for the entire session)
PAYMENT TYPE: Cash, Check or Zelle (due on the first day of class)
This class is appropriate for people that have experience with basic painting skills and can read the color wheel for color mixing and who wish to paint in the company of others.
In this session you will focus on developing new skills in miniature painting. You will create art on a small scale (4x4" canvas or smaller) using fine detail brushes and exploring various themes and techniques.
- Expect to finish 1-2 paintings.
- Use the "rule of thirds" to draw image on canvas.
- Handouts will be given to supplement the in-person instruction.
- We will have a Miniature Artist, Kristianna Moralls, as a guest speaker/painter in class alongside Ron the Art Coach for instruction.
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7/20/25 Week 1 – Mini Painting
- Review class building exercises and handouts.
- Practice on cardstock using Acrylic paint.
- Begin 1st painting.