About us
This group is designed for adults who want to explore their creativity through art, whether it be fine, studio, or applied arts.
Through FREE, non-credit online, hybrid and/or in-person classes offered by Santa Ana College, we explore art education in a way that supports how we see our world. Our teachers are subject matter experts with degrees and advanced degrees in the field of art. If you live anywhere in California, you are welcome to take our classes!
Our offerings span a range of topics designed to support learning.Community-centered learning, where connection and shared experience matter.
Whether you’re focused on seeing your world through a different perspective, exploring a new skill, or simply staying engaged with a like-minded community, this group is built to meet you where you are.
All classes are online, flexible, and open to adults (18+) across California, welcoming and inviting to the older adult —with a strong focus on supporting older and midlife adults in staying active, independent, and purposeful.
Join us to learn, explore, and grow—together.
Upcoming events
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Acrylic Painting I/II - OAP 823-88898
·OnlineOnlineFREE and open to California residents who register on OUR WEBSITE. Also, be sure to ***CLICK THE LINK*** on the confirmation email.
Must register here
Meets online via Zoom/Canvas on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00- 5:00 p.m. weeks between Aug 17 to Dec 12.Whether you are picking up a paintbrush for the first time or returning to art after many years, this course is designed to help you build confidence, explore your creativity, and develop foundational painting skills in a supportive and inspiring environment. Let's paint!
https://www.sac.edu/sce/english/programs/active-adults/
Must register by May August 10 by using the link above. Look for class 88898.
Instructor: Atra Givarkes4 attendees
Watercolor I/II - OAP 823-88884
·OnlineOnlineFREE and open to California residents who register on OUR WEBSITE. Also, be sure to ***CLICK THE LINK*** on the confirmation email.
Must register hereMeets online via Zoom/Canvas on Monday evenings for 15 weeks between 8/17-12/12.
This is a non-credit, tuition-free, beginner/intermediate Santa Ana College painting course.
- Medium: Watercolor
- Step-by-step demonstrations and recordings
- Explore blending, layering, wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, color mixing, brush control and more!
Must register through Santa Ana College by October 22 by using the link above. Look for class 88884 and 88886.
Instructor: Jenny Barrington7 attendees
Explore Watercolor
·OnlineOnlineExplore Watercolor - 88969
Masters often referred to this medium as “painting the water" rather than painting the subject. This class will explore different brushes, home found tools, mapping a canvas, and balancing light with shadow. This class is for everyone, whether you are new to watercolor or advanced in the medium, this class will focus on creating style, exploring style and developing one of a kind finished pieces.Tuesday 11:00-1:00 8 weeks August 18 - October 13
Syllabus: https://sites.google.com/view/syllabus2026fall-robin-malik/home
email me at malik_robin@sccellege.eduRegistration opens TODAY
sac.edu - link to register
https://ce.rsccd.edu/SearchableScheduleApplication/en-us/course-overview/cec/any-term/in-person-classes,live-classes-online,online-at-my-pace/any-program/OAP%20823/MANIPULATIVEPlease note: registering here does not register you for this class. You must register using the registration link and be a California resident for this FREE class.
Santa Ana / Continuing Education / Manipulative / Explore Watercolor
4 attendees
Acrylic Painting I/II - OAP 823-88885
·OnlineOnlineMeets online via Zoom/Canvas on Wednesday evenings for 15 weeks between 8/17-12/12.
This is a non-credit, tuition-free, beginner/intermediate Santa Ana College painting course.
- Medium: Acrylic Paint
- Step-by-step demonstrations with recordings
- Explore color mixing, brush control, composition, texture, layering, blending, and more!
Must register through Santa Ana College by October 22 by using the link above. Look for class 88885 and 88887.
Instructor: Jenny Barrington
8 attendees
Past events
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