Artists always want muses without realizing that they’re a big responsibility, demanding regular walks, a ticket to every sunset, and smoothies made of old pastels and Greek yogurt. Cultivate your creativity an easier way with today's Groupon: $21 gets you your choice of a one-day, three-hour painting or drawing class ($42 value), led by an experienced instructor at Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art on Saticoy Street in Van Nuys. Both classes are conveniently held on Saturdays. Drawing: 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Painting: 2 p.m.–5 p.m.

The Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art provides a no-frills environment and instructed time and space for artists to set up, settle in, and create under the guidance of a professional artist. Both classes offer introductory level instruction where beginning artists can freely hone their drawing or painting skills, and blossoming Picassos can strengthen and advance their talents. Classes are held every Saturday from January 15th–June 18th and must be scheduled 48 hours in advance, so call today to reserve your introductory excursion into instructional illumination.

Reviews

Four Yelpers give the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art an average of four stars. The school boasts more than 2,700 Facebook fans and a YouTube channel that’s gotten more than 17,300 views:

• I had a great time. Professional instructors, models and staff that are helpful. I have taken classes at other school and studios around L.A. and nothing compares. – Tammi R., Yelp
• The teachers are knowledgeable and couldn't be happier to share their "trade secrets" that so many other art instructors are too intimidated or incompetent to do. – Alyson S., Yelp