13261 Moorpark Street
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 385-0080

Workshops

VIVA Gallery offers an exciting and diverse selection of instructional workshops in various styles and media in our classroom above the VIVA Gallery. You can also download our Workshops List as a PDF (last updated September 2007).

Note that our classes include more than painting workshops! See our growing list of Other Classes at the bottom of this page, including Yoga and Meditation evening classes.

If a class is highlighted (blue box), click on its title for more details and sample images. To register for any workshop, please contact the individual instructor (or organization).

Art Workshops for Adults – Special Dates/Series:

Introduction to Mandala

First Wednesday of the month, May 7, 2008, 11:30am–3pm. “We will explore the cultural tradition of Mandala painting world wide, and do introductory exercises using black paper and prismacolor pencils. You will discover your own personal symbols of expression using the circle form which represents coming from your heart center.” Your facilitator is Judith Bloch, who has been painting Mandalas for 12 years. To register, contact Judith at (818) 906-7993 or via email. Workshop cost is $35. Judith will send you a materials list and you will also use many items that she will bring to the workshop.

Art Marketing: Create Your Own “Gallery without Walls” *new

Saturday, May 31, 2008, 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm. Workshop with local art rep and author Margaret Danielak. With traditional galleries closing every day, you need to know how to sell your art with or without gallery representation. At this workshop, you'll learn: how to increase your sales with a merchant account; close sales by dealing effectively with buyers’ objections; use cross promotion, press & postcards to promote your artwork; and sell your work in alternative venues and in innovative, cost effective ways. Contact Margaret Danielak at (626) 683-9922, or sign up online at her website, www.danielakart.com. Workshop cost: $40.00.

 

Handmade Charm Bracelet * new

With Tally Oliveau. Monday, May 5, 2008, 7–10pm. Fee $49. Join Tally Oliveau in making a completely handmade bracelet – charms and all. You will use copper wire, stones, crystals, metal, and special beads from Tally’s personal collections to create a one-of-a-kind charm bracelet. Learn about annealing, hammering, and antiquing wire. Class also includes a short lesson on wire wrapping. Tally’s website www.papierstudio.com has important details and photos. To register, please contact her at 818-264-9474 or by email at tally@papierstudio.com.

Basic Painting & Mixed Media *new*

Now Planning: Daytime workshops with renowned Dutch artist, Marianne van der Veer, teaching watercolors, mixed media, pastel and oil painting. To register, call (949) 295-4311 (cell) or (310) 823-8985, or email her. Visit Marianne’s website.

Art Workshops for Adults – Ongoing Series:

Gene Inglis-Ward

Watercolor, Acrylic & Collage. Every 4th Monday of the month, 10am–4pm. Call Gene at (805) 688-5282.

Art Workshops for Children & Teens:

Michelle Katona

Oil Painting & Drawing. Every Friday evening, 6–10pm. Inspirational coaching in technical and spiritual artistry. Beginners and children (from age 8) welcome. Call (818) 905-3350. Details and images on Michelle’s website.

Other Classes and Workshops held at VIVA:

Art As Therapy *new*

Creative Psychotherapy with Dr. Anita Bavarsky. First Session: Saturday, 8 December 2007. Call (818) 340-4999.

Yoga and the Art of Good Health *new*

Body/Breath movements for beginners and continuing students. Every Tuesday evening, 7:00-8:30pm. Certified instructor: karen M. Kadens. Fee: $10.00 for 90-minute class; eight-week renewal sessions. Discount for full time students with ID: $8.00 a single class. No penalty for missed classes. For more details, contact karen at (818) 681-3416, or email her at kmkyoga@att.net.