Welcome to the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art. We have a wide array of courses, which is effective in developing artists from all stages of their artistic careers. The classes in this program are offered in a progressive manner, so you can decide which classes are best for you, helping you work toward your goal of becoming a well trained artist.
The Studio Sessions Program is geared toward the working arts professional, part-time student, and recreational artist who are unable to attend our Full-time Atelier Program, but want serious art instruction from our highly qualified faculty. These classes are conveniently offered weekdays, weekends, and evenings to fit your busy schedule.
LAAFA is breaking new ground in fundamental artistic training, with a program rooted in classical traditions while addressing progressive conceptual ideas of the contemporary scene. LAAFA/Atelier strives to prepare artists of the 21st century, to be well versed in the accurate depiction of light and form, while maintaining a clear understanding of visual storytelling and composition.
LAAFA's innovative Atelier focuses on training both the accurate impression and conceptual expression simultaneously. The excitement is overwhelming as we await artists who will grow from this revolutionary instruction and make a difference in the art world of tomorrow. Join us and become one of those artists in the forefront of making a change in today's art world!
Oct 25, 2009
LAAFA is breaking new ground in fundamental artistic training, with a program rooted in classical traditions while addressing progressive conceptual ideas of the contemporary scene. depiction of light and form, while maintaining a clear understanding of visual …
Oct 18, 2009
1-Day Meditation for the Artist Seminar 11/21/09
Instructor: Steven Saitzyk
Sat., November 21st, 10am-5pm
$125

The creative process is inherently contemplative and naturally benefits from meditation. Meditation enhances not only the creative process but also …
Sep 25, 2009
110 - Beginning Figure Drawing
Instructor: Alex Alvarado
Sunday, 10am-1pm

This course is an introduction to the fundamental principals of sketching and drawing the human figure.Topics covered will include: Gesture drawing and the study of body movements and …
Sep 19, 2009
Fall Quarter starts Sept. 28th!
Check out our new line up for classes this fall!
Classes run for ten weeks and classes vary from 5 hour to 3. If you are a seeking to take
drawing, painting or sculpting classes, check out our new Fall Schedule on our website: …
Sep 3, 2009
Tristan thewhiteleaf.com, Mar 4, 2008:
Sean Cheetham! awesome!
Mirco, Mar 2, 2008:
GREAT!
I love all of your works!