Beginner-Friendly and Intermediate Painting Classes in Dallas
Discover upcoming art classes for adults online or in Dallas, TX at the bright and beautiful studio, Trade Oak Cliff. From one-day painting workshops to multi-week courses, classes are designed to make art approachable and enjoyable. Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time, returning to a creative practice, or looking for high quality instruction to improve your skills, this is your place. Explore rotating classes in oil painting, oil pastels, watercolor, gouache, acrylic, drawing and more below
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"I will take any class taught by Morgan Jones! Morgan is an insightful teacher who carefully plans and crafts her courses. I am a new painter, but feeling right at home with these materials and techniques."
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"Morgan is an excellent teacher. Attuned to the participants, extremely clear and focused on key elements so as not to be overwhelming...while still encouraging individual creativity and fun and fitting a lot into the timeframe. I appreciated her sharing some of her thought-provoking inner musings, as well."
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"I loved the flow of your teaching and am excited to attend more of your classes in the future. Learning to “let go of perfection” and “not getting caught up in the details”, are two of my goals. Your approach and exercises are great stepping stones for me. "
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. Classes are perfect for beginners or those looking to improve their existing practice, and no previous oil painting experience is required. Your instructor will walk you through each step and provide 1 on 1 support.
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Yes. All supplies are included for use in class, so just bring yourself. Oil paintings are still wet when you leave, so you can bring a brown paper grocery bag to carry yours home, or use our newsprint paper.
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In-person classes are at Trade Oak Cliff, inside Tyler Station in Dallas, TX.
1300 S. Polk St. Suite #234. 1300 S. Polk St #234 Dallas, TX
Enter 4 doors down from Oak Cliff Brewery.
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Yes, BYOB is welcome! There is also a brewery in our building, and food trucks outside.
If you would like to eat, arrive early because eating while using oil paint is discouraged.
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Classes are designed for adults. The recommended age is 14 and up, and minors must be accompanied by an adult with their own ticket.
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Because each class is a one-time event, reschedules and refunds aren’t available. You’re welcome to gift your ticket to a friend: just email morganjarts@gmail.com with their name and info.
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Most classes are 2–3 hours, and full-day workshops run 10am–5pm. Check each class listing for exact times.
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Yes! You'll leave with your own finished painting. Oil paintings will still be wet, so bring a brown paper grocery bag or use our newsprint paper to carry it home.
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No. Each class in a series covers its own lesson, so you can drop in for a single class. Taking the full series is a great way to build skills week to week.
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Wear something comfortable. Oil paint does wash out if you treat it the same day, and you're welcome to bring your own apron if you'd like.
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Our entrance is on the side of the building closest to the DART Rail, with one row of parking right next to it. If that row is full, park in the back of the building and walk around outside to reach us. There's no entrance from the back.
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Yes! I host private and corporate painting events for birthdays, team building, celebrations and more. Email morganjarts@gmail.com with your date, group size and ideas.
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Yes! Online courses like Painting with Oils and Complete Color are on-demand, so you can learn at your own pace from anywhere.
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Yes. Classes use safe, low-odor practices. You can read more on the Oil Painting Safety page.