The Manhattan Beach Art Center warmly invites you to the opening reception of the Annual Community Exhibition. This exhibition showcases original artwork created by members of our community, highlighting the unique qualities that make Manhattan Beach a desirable place to live and visit. We received over 200 submissions from the community, and we thank all artists who submitted their works for consideration.
We look forward to celebrating the creativity and spirit of our community with you!
ADULT ART CLASSES
Start your creative journey with our introduction art classes! These beginnerfriendly classes build core skills, encourage exploration, and give you the confidence to grow as an artist.
DIGITALDRAWING#48828
18andup
Jul14-Sep15,2026
Tue6:30PM-9PM
INTROTOOILPAINTING#48835
18andup
Jul15-Sep16,2026
Wed6:30PM-9PM
FOUNDATIONSDRAWING#48831 18andup
Jul3-Sep4,2026
Fri9AM-12PM
FOUNDATIONSPAINTING#48832 18andup
Jul3-Sep4,2026
Fri12PM-3PM
WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: FLORALS
WATERCOLORWORKSHOP:FLORALS WITHMARYWU#49068
16andup
Sunday,July12th2026 1PM-4PM
Create a beautiful watercolor floral piece with simple 3D elements. In this workshop, you’ll learn easy techniques to paint soft, colorful flowers and bring your design to life with layered details. No experience needed, just come relax, have fun, and enjoy the process of painting. You’ll also have the option to add personalized words, making your artwork perfect for a greeting card or a framed piece. All materials included.
PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP: LINOCUT PRINTS ON FABRIC
Discover the art of linocut printing on fabric in this handson workshop. Learn how to design, carve, and ink your own linoleum block to create bold, repeatable patterns. Print your design onto fabric while exploring texture, composition, and color. Perfect for beginners and creatives eager to experiment with textile printing. All materials included.
JEWELRY MAKING WORKSHOPS
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!
JEWELRYMAKING:GEMRINGS
WORKSHOPWITHANGIQUINCY#49065
18andup
Saturday,July11th2026
10AM-1PM
JEWELRYMAKING:FLORALPENDANT
WORKSHOPWITHANGIQUINCY#49064
18andup
Saturday,September12th2026 10AM-1PM
JEWELRYMAKING:CHARMSWORKSHOP WITHANGIQUINCY#49063
18andup Saturday,August8th2026 10AM-1PM
PAINT YOUR PET WORKSHOP
A fun, approachable workshop where students will work from their own reference photos to create a painted portrait of their pet. We’ll focus on simplifying the image, understanding light and shadow, and capturing personality through paint.
PAINTYOURPETWORKSHOP#49440 18andup
Saturday,July25th2026 1:30-4:30PM
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INTRODUCTION TO PORTRAIT PAINTING
An introductory workshop focused on the fundamentals of portrait painting proportion, value, and building form through light and shadow. This will be a great entry point for students interested in learning how to paint people.
In Stop Motion Studio, students will explore the magic of animation by turning everydaymaterialsintomovingstories.Overfourdays,participantswilldesignand build their own paper puppets creations and sets. Students will learn the fundamentals of stop-motion animation, including storytelling, character movement,timing,andframing.Usingtheirphones,they’llcaptureimagesframe byframeandwatchtheircreationscometolifeonscreen.Thishands-onsummer activityencouragescreativity,experimentation,andproblem-solvingwhilegiving studentsthefreedomtoworkattheirownpace.Bytheendofthesession,each studentwillcompleteashortstop-motionanimationtheycanshareandbeproud of.MobileDeviceortabletrequired.
9AM Kids’ Clay Camp 9AM Kids’ Clay Camp 2PM Art Lab Camp 6:30PM Digital Drawing 9AM Kids’ Clay Camp 2PM Art Lab Camp 9AM Foundation Drawing 12PM Foundation Painting 6:30PM Intro to Oil Painting 6:30PM Digital Drawing 9AM Foundation Drawing 12PM Foundation Painting
10AM - 5PM
9AM Stop Motion Studio Camp 6:30PM Intro to Oil Painting 9AM Stop Motion Studio Camp 6:30PM Digital Drawing 1:30PM Paint Your Pet Workshop 9AM Stop Motion Studio Camp 9AM Stop Motion Studio Camp
