HOLIDAY HOURS:
EXHIBITION: CONTINUATION
October 17th - December 28th, 2025
D I S C O V E R M O R E :
GALLERY TOURS
Do you want to learn about our current exhibition through the guidance of our amazing Gallery Attendants? The Manhattan Beach Art Center is proud to start hosting guided gallery tours of our current exhibition on Wednesday & Thursdays at 7pm, and Saturdays at 2pm. Tours will run until December 20 , 2025. th
Each tour will lead you through the gallery, providing context or background information about the artist, their work, or the installation of the piece. After the tour, there will be ample time for you to create your own pieces in the Education Space with the guidance of a Gallery Attendant.
Tours are free! Please RSVP HERE.
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I S C O V E R M
O R E :
EDUCATION SPACE
Visit our Education Space for a free hands-on activity that invites you to explore line, color, form, and texture through abstract art. Whether you ’ re a beginner or an art enthusiast, this engaging experience encourages self-expression and a deeper understanding of how artists think beyond the canvas. Drop in, get inspired, and create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece to take home!
HOLIDAY SUCCULENT WREATH WORKSHOPS
Decorate your home with a unique, handmade wreath, filled with dramatic succulents. Because of their resistance to drought, succulents are the perfect living plat for your holiday wreath. Students will assemble a wreath with succulents, grape vines and other decorative elements while learning how to care for and propagate succulents. All materials and plants are included. Ages 16+
Saturday,December6th2025 10AM-1PM
SILVER METAL CLAY WORKSHOP WITH ANGI QUINCY
SILVERMETALCLAYWORKSHOP
WITHANGIQUINCY#46640
18andup
Saturday,December13th2025 10AM-1PM
Discover the versatility of silver metal clay in this hands-on workshop led by artist Angi Quincy. Learn to shape, texture, and fire metal clay to create beautiful fine silver jewelry pieces. Perfect for beginners and those looking to explore a unique and accessible jewelry-making technique. A materials fee of $65 will be added to the total cost of the class.
U P C O M I N G W O R K S H O P S
SILVER CASTING: CLAY CAST RING
SILVERCASTING:CLAYCASTRING WITHEILENSTEWART#46637
18andup
Saturday,December20th2025 10AM-1PM
Design and cast your own unique sterling silver ring in this beginnerfriendly workshop using the ancient technique of clay casting. You'll carve your design into a specialized one-time-use clay mold, pour molten silver, and bring your creation to life. Learn fundamental metalworking skills like sawing, soldering, forming, and polishing as you shape your ring and attach your custom-cast accent piece. Perfect for beginners and jewelry enthusiasts eager to explore hands-on silver casting—no experience necessary! A materials fee of $85 will be added to the total cost of the class.
OPEN HOUSE
Discover what’s in store this winter at the Manhattan Beach Art Center! Stop by our Open House to explore upcoming classes and workshops for all ages. Meet our instructors, see examples of student work, and get inspired to create.
Sunday, December 7th 2PM - 5PM
INTRO ART CLASSES
Start your creative journey with our introduction art classes! These beginner-friendly classes build core skills, encourage exploration, and give you the confidence to grow as an artist.
INTROTOPHOTOGRAPHY#47574
18andup
Feb8-Mar29,2026
Sun10AM-11:30AM
FOUNDATIONSDRAWING#47565
18andup
Jan23-Mar27,2026
Fri9AM-12PM
ADULTARTJOURNALING#47543
18andup
Jan21-Mar25,2026
Wed11:30AM-1PM
INTROTOOILPAINTING#47573 18andup
Jan21-Mar25,2026
Wed6:30PM-9PM
FOUNDATIONSPAINTINGS#47566
18andup
Jan23-Mar27,2026
Fri12PM-3PM
DIGITALDRAWING#47563
18andup
Jan20-Mar24,2026
Tue6:30PM-9PM
LIVE ANATOMY DRAWING
Sharpen your observational skills and deepen your understanding of the human form in this immersive drawing class featuring a live model. Students will explore proportion, gesture, structure, and anatomy through guided exercises and longer poses. Working with charcoal, graphite, and other dry media, participants will learn classical techniques to capture the figure’s energy and accuracy while developing their own expressive style.
All skill levels are welcome from beginners seeking a foundation in figure drawing to experienced artists refining their anatomical understanding. Instruction will balance demonstration, individual feedback, and plenty of drawing time.
LIVEANATOMYDRAWING#47572
18andup
Jan22-Mar26,2026
Thu6:30PM-9PM
Y O U T H C L A S S E S
ARTLAB#47547
Ages5-9
Jan21-Mar11,2026
Wed3:30PM-5PM
BASICSINPENCILDRAWING#47548
Ages7-13
Jan22-Mar12,2026
Thurs4PM-5:30PM
ARTADVENTURES: LITTLEMASTERS#47590
Ages 7-13
Jan23-Mar13,2026
Fri4PM-5:30PM
TEENZINEMAKING#47630
Ages12-18
Jan25-Mar15,2026
Sun3PM-4:30PM
KIDSCLAYINTENSIVESPRING
BREAKCAMP#47623
Ages 7-13
Apr6-Apr9,2026
Mon-Thurs9AM-12PM
IKEBANA : JAPANESE FLORAL ARRANGMENT
In this two-part workshop, students will learn the basic principles, history, and significance of Ikebana and then enjoy creating their own Ikebana-inspired arrangements implementing these theories and techniques. In Part 1 of this workshop, you'll design and sculpt a ceramic floral frog (a reusable alternative to the traditional kenzan), which will serve as the foundation for your Ikebana arrangement in Part 2.
IKEBANAWORKSHOP-CERAMIC
FLORALFROG#47569
16andup
Saturday,January24th2026
10AM-1PM
IKEBANAWORKSHOP–PART2
FLORALARRANGEMENT#47570
16andup
Saturday,January31st2026 10AM-1PM
MOLDMAKING: HANDBUILTMUG& SPRIGMOLDS
Expand your ceramic skills with our hands-on workshops designed for all levels. In Sprig Molds, you’ll create custom plaster molds using small objects or carved designs, then learn how to apply your sprigs to greenware for added texture and dimension. In Handbuilt Mug, you’ll craft simple plaster molds to shape a unique mug, exploring slab construction, mold care, and plaster mixing. In each workshop, you’ll gain practical techniques you can apply to your creations whether you ’ re a beginner or experienced ceramic artist!
MOLDMAKING:HANDBUILTMUG
WITHEILENSTEWART#47579
16andup
Saturday,February7th2026 10AM-1PM
MOLDMAKING:SPRIGMOLDSWITH EILENSTEWART#47580
18andup
Sunday,February21st2026
10AM-1PM
LINOCUT PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP
Discover the bold and expressive art of linocut printmaking.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to design, carve, and print your own unique images using linoleum blocks. Ideal for beginners and creatives looking to explore a versatile and satisfying printmaking technique.
LINOCUTPRINTWORKSHOPWITH
SALVADORDELATORRE#47577
18andup
Saturday,February14th2026 10AM-1PM
LINOCUTPRINTWORKSHOPWITH SALVADORDELATORRE#47578
18andup
Saturday,March7th2026 10AM-1PM
CUTTLEFISH CASTING WITH EILEN STEWART
Discover the ancient art of cuttlefish casting in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to carve into cuttlebone molds and pour molten metal to create one-of-a-kind jewelry or small sculptural pieces. No prior experience needed perfect for beginners and those interested in unique metalworking techniques. A materials fee of $85 will be added to the total cost of the class.
CUTTLEFISHCASTINGWITHEILEN STEWART#47562
18andup
Saturday,February28th2026 10AM-1PM
SILVER CLAY METAL & CASTING
Explore the world of wearable art with our latest offerings of jewelry workshops — where creativity meets craftsmanship! Whether you ' re a curious beginner or an experienced maker, each session is a hands-on adventure into the techniques, tools, and inspiration behind stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces. Spark your imagination, connect with fellow creators, and leave with something beautiful you made yourself!
SILVERCASTING:CLAYCASTRING WITHEILENSTEWART#47584
18andup
Saturday,March14th2026 10AM-1PM
SILVERMETALCLAYCHARMS
WORKSHOPWITHANGIQUINCY #47583
16andup
Saturday,February21st2026 10AM-1PM
SILVERCASTING: EXPERIMENTALFREECASTING WITHEILENSTEWART#47585 18andup
Saturday,March21st2026 10AM-1PM
SILVERMETALCLAYGEMS WORKSHOPWITHANGIQUINCY #47582
18andup
Saturday,March28th2026 10AM-1PM
GLAZE LAB
Explore the world of ceramics at the Manhattan Beach Art Center. Participants will choose a ceramic object to glaze from our curated selection of mugs, cups, bowls, figurines, and more! Children will be guided through the process of glazing by our Recreation Staff and learn about the ceramic's process.
2PM - 5PM WINTER OPEN HOUSE
11:30AM Adult Art Journaling 6:30PM Intro to Oil Painting 10AM Intro to Photography
6:30PM Digital Drawing 6:30PM Digital Drawing 6:30PM Digital Drawing 9AM Fnd. Draw 12PM Fnd. Paint 11:30AM Adult Art Journaling 6:30PM Intro to Oil Painting 10AM Holiday Succulent Wreath Workshop