Best Art Classes near Burlingame, CA

2 of these schools are based in Burlingame; the others serve Burlingame from towns including San Francisco (12 mi), Alameda (14 mi) and Foster City (5 mi).

12 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 21, 2026

All Fired Up

All Fired Up

4.2 21 reviews
“The workers are so kind and fun, and I had a wonderful time painting there.”
Since 2003
344 Lorton Ave
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Art Attack!

Art Attack!

5.0 2 reviews
“Great teacher, great atmosphere,I had a great time for my first lesson in oil painting.”
Since 2008
1810 Magnolia Ave
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Sharon Art Studio

Sharon Art Studio

4.6 30 reviews
“Lovely work by the artists in a figurative session.”
Since 1998
San Francisco, CA · 12 mi from Burlingame
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Laurel Street Arts

Laurel Street Arts

4.9 26 reviews
“Fused glass is my favorite thing to do here and with all the options you can make whatever you want.”
Since 2004Prices online
San Carlos, CA · 8 mi from Burlingame
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The Center For Creative Exploration: Intuitive Painting Classes

The Center For Creative Exploration: Intuitive Painting Classes

5.0 28 reviews
“If you think painting is only for "artists" and "creative types" and you don't consider yourself one, try one class at this gem of a studio in Glen Park.”
Since 2011
San Francisco, CA · 12 mi from Burlingame
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C.C. Arts & Crafts Studio

C.C. Arts & Crafts Studio

5.0 15 reviews
“Besides, the teachers are very professional, they communicate with me again and again and understand my real idea, and they can make good use of various materials to help me achieve the effect I want.”
Since 2019
San Francisco, CA · 12 mi from Burlingame
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The 15 schools listed for Burlingame, CA teach drawing and painting. Which media they cover, what the fee includes and whether they run model sessions all come from what each school publishes itself.

Area overview: Burlingame, CA

The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 340 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 12 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 28 years. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.

Where do I find painting course levels and materials lists?

All 15 schools here list a website. That is where levels, term dates and the materials list normally sit, and the list is the part people forget to read. Terms change, so check the site rather than the listing before you turn up.

Smaart Gallery & Studio — Mission (24th St)

Smaart Gallery & Studio — Mission (24th St)

4.6 13 reviews
“He was a super friendly, funny instructor and gave us great tips for throwing on the wheel and I was super happy with how my pieces turned out!”
Since 2012
San Francisco, CA · 12 mi from Burlingame
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Netra Arts and Canvas and Cafe

Netra Arts and Canvas and Cafe

4.8 17 reviews
“Attendees from our company are all art beginners, but everyone had a blast and the paintings turned out great!”
Since 2015
Foster City, CA · 5 mi from Burlingame
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Wang Qi Art Institute

Wang Qi Art Institute

5.0 21 reviews
“My children have gained a lot here: their aesthetic level has been improved, their creative ability has been enhanced, and their painting level has improved.”
Trial classAges 6–8Since 2017
San Francisco, CA · 12 mi from Burlingame
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Craftivity

Craftivity

4.8 10 reviews
“The variety of supplies was great, with a wide array of colorings and essences, both clear and milky soap bases, and lots of fun molds and decorative flowers.”
San Francisco, CA · 12 mi from Burlingame
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Studio 1.6

Studio 1.6

5.0 9 reviews
“My daughter has been going here for years and it's fantastic!”
From $38/classAges 5–13Since 2014
Alameda, CA · 14 mi from Burlingame
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X?X Ceramics

X?X Ceramics

4.5 9 reviews
“She gave a nice intro to the space and how to get started and was very patient and accommodating.”
Since 2018
San Francisco, CA · 12 mi from Burlingame
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Bay Language Academy

Bay Language Academy

4.1 4 reviews
“This is a great place for my daughter she love coming here to learn Spanish and soon French.”
From $150/moOnline lessonsSince 2011
Alameda, CA · 14 mi from Burlingame
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Alameda Art Lab

Alameda Art Lab

4.6 6 reviews
“JaYing guided us through creating our own mosaic birdhouses, she's very kind and knowledgable.”
Since 2016
Alameda, CA · 14 mi from Burlingame
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Space M Academy

Space M Academy

5.0 12 reviews
“A great place to learn painting.”
Since 2021
Foster City, CA · 5 mi from Burlingame
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