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Student Mosaic
Glass on Glass Mosaic
Mosaic Flower Pot
Painted Furniture
Painted Furniture
Paint Your Sneakers
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Bravo School of Art • 2963 Beech Street • San Diego CA 92102 • 619-223-0058

DECORATIVE ART and DIY

We have reopened our Beech Street Studio! Following the Covid-19 guidance from our state and local leaders, and to keep everyone’s safety and good health in mind, we have some very stringent protocols in place. Class size is limited to 4 or 5 students and, when possible, class may be held outdoors. Masks are to be worn at all times. Until we see each other again, please take good care of yourselves. Stay home. Wash your hands. Eat nourishing food. Excercise if you can You may register for Art classes or purchase gift certificates for future art classes.

 

MOSAIC BASICS: DISHES & TILE 2 weeks

Lauren Becker Downey

In this fun and practical 2-part workshop, learn the basics of direct method mosaic while creating a work of art with broken dishes and/or ceramic tiles adhered to an object. Learn about materials, adhesives, cutting skills, designing and grouting. Please bring a hammer, tiles or dishes to break, and the object of your choice to mosaic; a box, tray, table top, vase, wide picture frame, flower pot, etc. (made of terra cotta, glass, metal, ceramics, cement or wood). In the first meeting, students will break, design and apply their broken pieces. Grout at the second meeting. Materials list provided upon registration.

In the weeks between the first and second meeting, you will work on and complete your project at home.

Saturdays, March 9 & 16 2 - 5pm

Sundays, April 14 & 21 10am - 1pm

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INTRO TO MOSAIC: GLASS ON GLASS 2 weeks

Lauren Becker Downey

In this exciting beginning level, 2-part workshop, learn how to cut stained glass and combine it with mosaic techniques to produce fabulous light gathering objects of art. Use of colorful glass, (rather than traditional tile or dishes) on a translucent surface is what makes this workshop a unique experience! Materials list provided upon registration.

In the weeks between the first and second meeting, you will work on and complete your project at home.

$114 Bravo member / $132 non-member + $19 Supplies fee

Sundays, April 7 & 21 10am - 1pm

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MOSAIC LAB

Lauren Becker Downey

For those who have previously taken one of Lauren’s mosaic classes and don't need or want the LESSON. Perhaps you prefer to use our studio instead of your home and create on our tables. Please join us. Bring your own supplies. If you need grout supplies to be provided to you, please make advance arrangements and pay $10 more for gloves, grout, sponges, use of the buckets, spatulas, etc. Contact the studio to schedule a 3-hour session that fits your schedule.

$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member

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BASIC ZENTANGLE®

Stacy Magic, CZT™

The Zentangle Method, created by Maria Thomas and Rick Roberts, is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Almost anyone can use it to create beautiful images. It increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well-being. The Zentangle Method is enjoyed all over the world, across a wide range of skills, interests, and ages. This class will provide a beginner with a background in the history of Zentangle, introduce them to the basic steps of the method and expose them to the associated vocabulary and tools used. Students will be immersed in creating actual Zentangle tiles and will leave with a clear understanding that, “Anything is possible, one stroke at a time.” ® Learn more at zentangle.com.

$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member + $10 Supplies fee

Thursday, March 7 10am - 1pm

Friday, April 19 10am - 1pm

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PAINT YOUR SNEAKERS Ages 8 to Adult

Lauren Becker Downey

Bring a pair of clean canvas shoes and express yourself by painting on them with acrylic paint. Sneakers provide a great surface to cover with color, pattern, images and words. Transform your feet into an art gallery! No previous experience required.

$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member + $8 Supplies fee

Saturday, March 30 2 - 5pm

Wednesday, April 17 2 - 5pm

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MOSAIC PICTURE FRAME Ages 7 to Adult

Lauren Becker Downey

Using buttons, beads, letters, broken ceramic or glass tiles, embellish a simple wooden picture frame to display your treasured photos. Easy and creative art! Create a wonderful gift for friends, family or yourself. No previous experience required

$32 Bravo member / $38 non-member + $8 Supplies fee

Saturday, April 20 10am - 12pm

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PAINTED FUNKY FURNITURE

Lauren Becker Downey

Learn how easy it is to create your own unique piece of decorative functional art by painting images, textures or patterns on furniture! Please bring an old or new chair, small table, stool or bench. Wooden, upholstered or plastic are fine. For inspiration, bring pictures, cards, gift wrap or art books of your favorite artist. Ideas, brushes, paint, etc., will be provided. Priming instructions provided upon registration.

$114 Bravo member / $132 non-member + $12 Supplies fee

Saturday, March 23 10am - 4pm

Friday, April 12 10am - 4pm

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PAINTED WINE GLASS

Lauren Becker Downey

If you’re having extra pandemic wine, your glass might as well be decorative and cute. If you've always fancied yourself a budding artist, but there's something about a blank canvas that leaves you drawing a blank, ditch the easel and raise a glass!! Create a one-of-a-kind pair of wine glasses in which to drink your favorite varietal or to give as a gift. Perfect for just about any special occasion; bridal shower, anniversary, birthday, wedding, fancy dinners, etc. Whether you're a novice or an advanced creative person, spend a few hours expressing yourself and have fun painting on glass. Embellish with colorful patterns, intricate or simple designs. Enamel paints, brushes, glassware and ideas for pattern will be provided.

$48 Bravo member / $55 non-member + $12 Supplies fee

Wednesday, March 6 10am - 12:30pm

Friday, April 5 2 - 4:30pm

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NEW!! ART STUDIO ON DEMAND

Don’t have space to create at home? Take advantage of Bravo’s Beech Street Studio creative space. Our tables and easels provide plenty of room for you to spread out to work.

Bring your unfinished projects and work in Bravo's studio. We may (or may not) provide guidance, suggestions, opinions or simply provide you a place to work. Work on your painting, drawing, mosaic, weaving, collage, mixed media, printmaking, etc. Bring your own supplies. Stay as long as you like. Advanced reservations are required.

Only $10 an hour. Pay by the hour.

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