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Best Art Classes near National City, CA
1 of these schools is based in National City; the others serve National City from towns including San Diego (12 mi), La Mesa (9 mi) and Langley, WA (5 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 18 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Pinch Pottery Studio
- Color
- Patient
- Fun
“It is awesome that you can bring your own beverage and all the extras you can throw into your pottery piece I would recommend to everyone we had such an amazing time!”
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The Krafty Caterer
- Plates
- Planning
- Party
“Tara was great and went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed prepared the day of and gave us detailed instructions on how to use the painting kit.”
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The Artist Outpost
- Color
- Toddler
- Pottery
“Living in North County it isn't the most convenient location for me, but my daughter had so much fun we signed up for another toddler time art class this spring and I'm hoping to try out their adult art classes.”
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Ceramic Heights
“She has a lot of knowledge and experience.”
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Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
- Book
- Learned
- Mind
“I had a great time learning from them and from the other attendees and am now inspired maintain a sketchbook and practice the skills that we learned during class.”
The 24 schools listed for National City, 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: National City, CA
20 of the 24 schools on this page have a rating, from 4.1 to 5.0 across 293 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "patient" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 18 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. Domain records put 15 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 offers a free trial or consultation. We have a website on file for 23 of the schools on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 1 takes 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.
How are the painting schools on this page rated?
On this page, 18 schools out of 24 carry a public rating at or above four and a half stars. Read what the reviews praise. A studio can score well for a warm room and good coffee and still teach very little drawing.
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Get Centered Clay Studio
- Pottery
- People
“Here's hoping this New Year brings more creative experiences and inspiration to current and future artists who have found your wonderful, welcoming place!”
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Paint Box Studio
- Creative
“It is such a safe, happy, and artistic place and I look forward to my daughter growing up and learning art there for many years.”
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South Bay Fine Art
- Studio
- Patient
- Portrait
“Being outside in different locations in beautiful San Diego County, excellent instruction by an encouraging teacher, and a sense of community with the other students.”
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Athenaeum Art Center
“If you want to learn something new, the Antheneum is a good place to start.”
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Creative Academy of San Diego
- Project
- Price
- Clay
“I decided to be brave and chose a bigger fountain project for my first time, and the instructors helped make it work and were very kind in explaining the process as we sculpted together.”
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Art Academy of San Diego
“During the pandemic I was able to keep up with my art because of the commitment of the Academy to continue teaching in a safe environment via Zoom.”
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Bravo School of Art
- Skills
“She has created a creative space that helps students express their ideas, build new skills, and develop their artistic voice.”
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Art For Heart
- Studio
- Skills
- Choices
“Art for heart is a great place to send my kids too, they love and enjoy the lovely teacher and come home to tell me about what new project they have been working on all the time, the teacher is very kind and involved with kids and dedicated to classe...”
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Miranda Rose Art
- Artist
“She is dedicated to the craft and does a great job at giving a fun, relaxing and artistic experience for her art class attendees.”
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Parachute Studio
“My friends and I had so much fun this past Saturday at a Paint n Sip event at Art Me San Diego!!”
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Art With Larisse
“My 7 year old son has been creating some beautiful art here and the teachers are wonderful.”
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Green Art Labs
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Okun Studio
- Painting
“He truly welcomes all forms of art and artists of all levels and mediums— drawing, painting, music, poetry, dance, or simply a creative soul looking to be inspired— he creates a welcoming space for all.”
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Art Scōl
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San Diego Art Academy
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Art Houz Studio
“The teacher motivate to be creative, helps to learn different techniques easy way and make the best expression come out”
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Pachis Art Studio
“The space is lovely, Juliana is welcoming and so kind with the children, and my art-loving kid is learning new skills and brings home really creative, fun projects from her classes.”
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Leah Higgins Artist
Visual Arts Tutoring Services in National City, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$140
Maximum cost
$1292
National Average
$259
Avg Per Hour Rates
$101
$194
$539
Fair price range is based on 490 cost profiles
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