Top Courses at Santa Monica College

Find the perfect course for you at Santa Monica College. We’ve selected 35 of Santa Monica College’s most popular courses. View the course catalog at coursehorse.com

  • Paint Anything

    This painting course is designed to give participants the confidence to paint anything they can imagine. The instructor will offer guidance on various techniques such as light, color, and composition. Participants will learn to use these skills to develop their style of painting.

    Locations:
    • Los Angeles
    • $118
    • 12 Hours
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    • Beginner
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  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 2

    This painting in watercolor course is a great opportunity to advance your skills and learn new painting techniques. Participants will learn new ways to mix colors, a range of brush strokes, and an introduction to perspective. They will also explore the use of perspective in watercolor paintings.

    Locations:
    • Live Online
    • $128
    • 18 Hours
    • See provider
    • Intermediate
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  • On the Street with Your Camera

    This photography class in Los Angeles provides participants with practical composition techniques to use while out and about with their cameras. Focus is given to the streetscape as well as bringing artistry to inspire participants' creativity. A variety of topics will be covered including composition in camera, rules of framing, and visual storytelling.

    Locations:
    • Los Angeles
    • $158
    • 20 Hours
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    • Intermediate
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  • Creating Comics & Graphic Novels

    This course by a professional comic book artist in Los Angeles teaches participants how to create comic books and graphic novels. Through individualized instruction, participants will learn the technical drawing skills required for comics, from page layout to character development. Upon completion, participants will have the necessary skills to create their own comics and graphic novels.

    Locations:
    • Los Angeles
    • $118
    • 12 Hours
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    • Beginner
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  • Home Sewing Bootcamp

    In this course from a professional artist, participants will learn the fundamentals of comic book and graphic novel drawing and writing, exploring storylines, characters, layouts, backgrounds, and beyond. The class will offer hands-on experience with creating and developing stories, drawing techniques, and more. With expert instruction, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the art of creating comics and graphic novels.

    Locations:
    • Live Online
    • $118
    • 20 Hours
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    • Beginner
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  • Short Fiction Workshop

    This workshop provides a focused environment for budding and professional writers in Los Angeles to improve their skills in crafting short fiction. Participants will have the opportunity to write and revise pieces while also learning key techniques in story structure, pacing, and character development. The course encourages collaboration through peer reviews to refine and enhance each individual's work.

    Locations:
    • Los Angeles
    • $208
    • 6 Weeks, 2 hr/wk
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    • Beginner
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  • Landscape Painting

    This online course offers the opportunity to refine your artistry skills with a focus on landscape painting. Through step-by-step guidance, students will explore techniques and processes to capture the essence of various landscapes, helping develop their observation, drawing, and painting abilities. Participants can expect to enhance their skills to create visually striking and meaningful landscape paintings regardless of artistry level.

    Locations:
    • Live Online
    • $138
    • 6 Weeks, 3 hr/wk
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    • Beginner
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  • Finish that Novel!

    This online course is designed to provide participants with proven tricks and techniques to complete their long-unfinished novel. The experienced instructors will guide students through various aspects of novel writing, including character development, plot structure, and overcoming writer's block. By the end of the course, students will enrich their writing skills, paving the way to finish their novels.

    Locations:
    • Live Online
    • $108
    • 6 Weeks, 1 hr/wk
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    • All Levels
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  • How to Write a Novel

    This comprehensive online course provides detailed instruction on novel writing for aspiring authors and those seeking to improve their skills. Participants will gain insights into crafting narrative voice, character, and plot structure and executing a plan from draft to completion. The class fosters a strong understanding of writing fundamentals while encouraging creativity and individual story development.

    Locations:
    • Live Online
    • $148
    • 8 Weeks, 1 hr/wk
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    • All Levels
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  • Zipper Intensive

    This online class provides comprehensive instruction on zipper applications, including centered, lapped, and invisible styles. Participants will gain practical zipper installation and alterations skills and receive personalized feedback from an experienced instructor to enhance their sewing capabilities. Perfect for beginners and more advanced learners looking to refine their skills.

    Locations:
    • Live Online
    • $208
    • 5 Weeks, 3 hr/wk
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    • All Levels
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