Monday, September 20, 2021
Kline Academy has some Exciting News... Read about our landscape instructor Sharon Weaver!
Outdoor Painter,
Painting Landscapes:
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Kline Academy as some Exciting News... Living Brentwood Magazine publication
Kline Academy as some Exciting News...
We have been published!
Living Brentwood Magazine
September 2021 issue
Kline Academy of Fine Art
Art classes for adults, teens and tweens - taught by exhibiting artists
by
Nicole Selhorst
Read about Kline Academy founder
Cheryl Kline and her artistic journey with
Kline Academy of Fine Art.
"Often students aspiring to be artists
know what they want to do, but don't know or have the skills to achieve it... For students who attend the Academy, Cheryl says, The sky's the limit."
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Rey's Anatomy: Figurative Art Lessons From the Classroom
Professor / Instructor Rey Bustos' newest book is now available!
"Rey's Anatomy: Figurative Art Lessons From the Classroom"
Purchase today
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We are hosting Mr. Rey for his anatomy drawing workshop this Spring
Demystifying the Figure: Anatomy Drawing for Artists
8 Week In-Person Workshop
Sun. April 18 - June 6
10:00am - 1:00pm
View Our COVID-19 Guidelines HERE
More Info / Enroll HERE
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Featured Student Anne Allen
Moved by Music, 8 x 5 inches, pastel on sanded paper, paired with a Haiku poem by Yosa Buson, seventeenth century Japanese poet and painter.
H A I K U: Poetry and Pastel
Anne Allen, North Carolina
The Artist’s Workshop, a weekly zoom classroom with founder and owner Cheryl Kline, was the driving force for Anne Allen to develop a collection of small works based on the imagery in Japanese woodblock prints. Following a talk on symbolism in art, Cheryl asked why I thought Asian-inspired imagery was appearing in my artworks. “What is your story as an artist? What are you trying to communicate with your art?” Moved by Music, a poetic landscape in pastel, charcoal, and alcohol wash is the first artwork is Anne’s new collection, named H A I K U: Poetry and Pastel.
Japanese woodblock prints and illustrations flourished in seventeenth century Edo as Tokyo was called. Between weekly classes, Anne studied the art and culture of Japan and viewed Van Gogh & Japan, a British film produced by Exhibitions on Screen. “Colorful Japanese prints were often paired with poetry. Each pastel painting in the new collection is paired with a poem.” The pastels are showing at BlackBird Frame & Art, Asheville, NC.
Anne Allen lives in the Appalachian region of Western North Carolina and serves on the board of the Appalachian Pastel Society, NC. She is a member of the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS). Anne participates in Kline Academy’s weekly critique and virtual presentation every Thursday at 11 a.m.
H A I K U
https://www.anneallenart.com/collections/151641
Blossoms at night,
and the faces of people
moved by music.
- Yosa Buson
Monday, July 20, 2020
Contemporary Realism: 14th Virtual ARC Salon Exhibit
Kline Academy of Fine Arts
announces
Contemporary Realism:
The Art Renewal Center's
14th Virtual ARC Salon Exhibit
This is a huge achievement for the Representational Art Movement! Having an organization like Sotheby's host an event like this for Contemporary Realist Art says a lot about the growth of this movement.
The Art Renewal Center's 14th Virtual ARC Salon Exhibition is now live at Sothebys.com
"Featuring 70 short video interviews with many of the exhibiting artists from around the world (2 hours of video content), a newly created digital exhibition catalog, and a virtual walk through exhibition space. Also included is a written interview with Kara Lysandra Ross covering topics such as the importance of representational art and why it is a good investment and a short video capturing the core philosophy of the movement including live footage of the exhibition while on view at the European Museum of Modern Art (MEAM) in Barcelona, Spain".
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Important Update on Resuming Studio Classes
Over the last few months, we have taken precautionary measures to help prevent the spread of the virus by closing the studio and moved our classes to an online format to support instructors and students.
As the state begun easing restrictions at some level, we are planning on a slow opening of the Academy between June 1st and June 30th, 2020.
By “slow” we mean that not all classes will be on. We will start with one - two classes with the restrictions below:
- We will limit the class sizes to 8 people in the front studio and 10 in the back studio
- There will be enough distance between easels (6 ft).
- We ask everyone to wear a mask or face shield while in the presence of others. (Students bring their own masks.)
- We will provide disposable gloves and hand sterilizer.
- We will clean the surface before and after the session with alcohol wipes.
- We will keep the doors and windows open for airflow.
Students who have class credits may resume classes at no cost. (*Make-ups are not class credits.)
If students are not feeling comfortable or well enough to come take the class, they can resume at anytime, when they feel ready.
In the meantime, we will keep our Live Zoom Classes going.
If you’d like to take the virtual class instead from the comfort of your own home, please view all the offerings through the link below:
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at artist@klineacademy.com or call us at 310-837-7194 or 310-927-2436.
Please stay well and safe,
Cheryl Kline
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Update about our April Schedule
First of all I want to check in with each of you to see how everyone is holding up. I really hope you are well and safe. Just to remind you, the best way to prevent the spread of the virus or any germs is to follow the "Safer at Home" order in place across the entire state of California.
It's been more than two weeks since we postponed classes and workshops. I was hoping this would be over soon... But it looks like we should take at the very least another month or maybe more to start getting back to life again.
That being said, we will not be meeting until mayor Garcetti eases the restriction. We will send you an update about when to resume your class and workshop as soon as we hear from him, and in the meantime if you have any questions, feel free to email Juri at artist@klineacademy.com or call Cheryl at 310-927-2436.
It's been more than two weeks since we postponed classes and workshops. I was hoping this would be over soon... But it looks like we should take at the very least another month or maybe more to start getting back to life again.
That being said, we will not be meeting until mayor Garcetti eases the restriction. We will send you an update about when to resume your class and workshop as soon as we hear from him, and in the meantime if you have any questions, feel free to email Juri at artist@klineacademy.com or call Cheryl at 310-927-2436.
We can get through this. We artists are survivors and we don’t give up!
Virtual hugs to all,
Cheryl Kline
Monday, March 16, 2020
Update on our March Schedule: We will not meet until the first week of April
We are as concerned as you are and with Mayor Garcetti’s new announcement for us all to be more proactive in preventing the further spread of this virus in our city.
We have also decided that we also need to play it safe. Teen class will have their last class today and resume first week of April. All other classes will not be meeting until first week of April.
EXCEPTIONS:
Plein Air Landscape Painting Workshop
The outdoor landscape workshop will still meet at Kenneth Hahn State Park on Saturday, March 21st from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Since it is outdoors we feel it is safe and will be a good relief for those who need art to get through this.
The Imaginary Landscape Workshop
The Imaginary Landscape Workshop will still meet on Friday, March 27 and Sunday March 29. There will be a limited number of students (eight) with plenty of space in-between easels.
One-on-Ones and Private Lessons:
Most of our instructors will be available for private in-studio lessons or critiques. Limited to a maximum of 2 people per session at the private class rate. (If you want to help these artists keep afloat and pay their bills, please schedule a session with them.)
Most of our instructors will be available for private in-studio lessons or critiques. Limited to a maximum of 2 people per session at the private class rate. (If you want to help these artists keep afloat and pay their bills, please schedule a session with them.)
To schedule:
Call our office at (310) 837-7194 or Cheryl at (310) 927-2436 or email us at klineacademy@att.net
I will also be available by phone or Skype / Facetime free of charge if any of you are working at home and need a quick look or some guidance to continue your project.
None of us could have predicted this type of event so we will greatly appreciate your patience and understanding. Everyone will have a class (classes) credit as soon as you resume your time with us.
Stay healthy and keep making art...
- Cheryl Kline
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
An important note on the coronavirus : What we are doing to keep you safe
A comforting thing to note is that our class sizes are relatively small — from 6 to 12 people. Much much less than you would encounter at the mall, market, nail salon, barber, or any other public place you may need to visit.
We have implemented the following to help avert possible contact of any viruses flu or other with our students:
- We sanitize all surfaces after every class
- We provide free of charge, disposable gloves to anyone who wants them
- All instructors are required to wear disposable gloves while teaching
- Hand sanitizer in the studio for anyone to use at anytime
- An extended make-up policy for anyone who feels sick - If you wake up and feel ill, CALL US at 310-927-2436 or 310-837-7194 and STAY HOME. We will work with you to figure out a make-up plan.
- Skype or Facetime us if you do get sick. Let’s say you do get a bad flu or God forbid the coronavirus and need to stay home, I will personally skype with you for a private session in lieu of your missed class. That is assuming you are up for an art lesson in your home on your computer. I will work with you for 45 minutes on your own project so will not miss a class and be comfortable in your own home. Email at klineacademy@att.net for more information on this.
When you are at the studio, please follow those time-trusted tips for your own health and safety:
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow
Art is the one thing that heals and let us forget the day to day struggles of this world. Let's not let "IT" go and keep being artists and working on our craft.
- Cheryl Kline
Thursday, March 5, 2020
KA student Jessica Bellamy in a Group Show!
Kline Academy Student Jessica Bellamy to be in
Parallel Realities and Unpopular Truths with
Superposition Gallery
from March 10 to March 14, 2020.
Parallel Realities and Unpopular Truths
Artists Reception
Windsor Hills, CA 90043
Join Jessica for a reception on the closing night of Parallel Realities and Unpopular Truths, a group exhibition with Superposition Gallery. She will have three pieces in this show which features seven artists from Los Angeles and New York. She would love to see you there!
Jessica's work:
Superposition Gallery
from March 10 to March 14, 2020.
Artists Reception
Saturday, March 14th, 7-10pm
3718 W Slauson Ave. Windsor Hills, CA 90043
Join Jessica for a reception on the closing night of Parallel Realities and Unpopular Truths, a group exhibition with Superposition Gallery. She will have three pieces in this show which features seven artists from Los Angeles and New York. She would love to see you there!
Jessica's work:
"Absolute Power"
2020
"Ambivalent Sunrise"
2020
"Empirical Evidence of a Mirror Universe
at Yosemite Falls"
2020
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