Plein Air Drawing: Architecture and Atmosphere

LACMA teaching artists will lead an open-air sketching session focusing on the museum’s new architecture and outdoor artworks. 

The session will begin with a tour of the transformed LACMA campus, highlighting the interplay of art, design, and the built environment. Afterwards, you'll join a relaxed, open-air drawing workshop aimed at sharpening your observation skills and sparking creative responses to light, shadow, and form. Teaching artists will guide you with structured prompts, suitable for all skill levels, from first-time sketchers to seasoned artists. Materials will be provided.

Where and When

This workshop takes place outdoors on the LACMA campus. Please note that indoor access to the David Geffen Galleries is not included as part of this event. Please check in by 9 am to ensure you can take full advantage of the session.

What to Bring

Dress for warm weather: a hat, sunscreen, and water are recommended. Seating will be provided.

This program is co-presented with AIA, Los Angeles.

Masks are strongly recommended indoors for everyone. Learn more about all of the museum's health and safety protocols.

Full refunds will only be granted if the art class is canceled by LACMA. Please notify us immediately if a student is unable to attend so that another student on our waiting list can attend class. A refund equal to half of tuition paid will be granted for cancellations made three weeks before class start date. No refunds for cancellations made less than three weeks prior to class start date. Please visit LACMA's FAQ page for our refund policy.