FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What Is Bravo School of Art doing regarding Covid-19?
Please visit our Covid-19 page to read the latest.
How do I register for a workshop?
We have multiple ways to register for workshops at Bravo School of Art.
With access to the internet, you may use the handy payment buttons at each class and pay by credit card, any time of day or night.
You may download a registration form CLICK HERE, print, complete and mail it in with a check. OR
Visit us in the studio to pay by check, cash or credit card.
Do I have to register before I come or can I just show up?
Yes, please register before coming to a workshop. Instructors prepare for the number of students enrolled. It is best to register at least one week or more before the scheduled workshop date. You are not really registered until you have paid for the workshop. If it is less than a week before the workshop or even the same day, please call our landline at 619-223-0058 to confirm if there is room available for you. If enrollment goals are not met, we may have to cancel the workshop. If you just show up you are taking a chance that the workshop is filled, has been canceled or there are no supplies available for you.
What are your business hours?
12pm - 6pm Tuesday through Sunday
And by appointment or during classes
Where is Bravo School of Art?
Bravo is a brick and mortar storefront, rather than an internet online school. Bravo's Beech Street Studio classroom is located in South Park, the historic San Diego community just a few blocks from the eastern edge of Balboa Park, between 30th and Dale Streets. Click here for directions. 2963 Beech Street San Diego, CA 92102
Do I need to be "Artistic" or have talent to take a class or workshop?
Most of the workshops and classes are at the beginning level, a few are intermediate. This is your opportunity to try out something new and get reacquainted with your creativity. So, no, you do not have to have any particular talent or prior knowledge to enjoy and benefit from our workshops.
Must I become a Member of Bravo School of Art to take a class or workshop?
Membership is optional, however with membership, most workshops, classes and camps are discounted. We offer individual and family memberships.
What is a Family membership?
A Family Membership includes immediate family members who live in the same house. An example is both parents and all children of those parents.
How much does membership cost?
An Individual Membership is $40 annually, a Family Membership is $60 annually. Your membership is good for one full year.
How do I become a member?
Click here.
How do I create a special class for me and my friends?
There are several ways to create your own private art class or workshop at Bravo School of Art. It can be a Mom's Night Out, Girls Night Out, No Talent Divas, Wedding Shower, Team Building or Educational workshop. Day time, evening and weekend options.
Look at our schedule of classes and find a class that you and your group (most classes have a 4 person minimum) would like to attend. Select a few dates and call us to see if the studio and instructor are available.
Don't see your favorite class or workshop already listed? Contact us and we can schedule to teach some art just for you and your group. The maximum number of people depends on what the project is. The cost will be a per person charge, specific to the class selected, at the member rate.
More about PRIVATE ART classes
Many classes on our calendar are available as private classes. When Covid-19 changed our lives, we changed some of the ways we teach you how to make art.
We welcome you, your friends and family for private art classes. Select a class of interest, contact Bravo School of Art to schedule a convenient date and let’s create a class for you! Depending on the instructor’s preference, a private classes may incur an additional cost or may not be available at all.
NOTE: Children younger than 7 y/o may not have the hand dexterity or patience to do the work in some classes. Please feel free to discuss your individual situation with us.
What about Gift Certificates?
We have them! There are 4 ways to purchase a gift certificate.
Visit our Gift Certificate page and select the amount that you would like to purchase.
Pay online by choosing a class or workshop and indicating in the special notes section while registering, that this is a Gift Certificate. Provide the recipients name and whether it's a secret or not. (we'd hate to spill the beans!) We will send the Gift Certificate in the mail.
Call or email us with your desired amount. Ask to be sent an invoice. When paid, we will send the Gift Certificate by mail.
Visit our studio classroom, pay with check, cash or credit card and take the Gift Certificate with you.
Do you have Art Camps?
Yes! Each summer during June, July and August we offer week-long day camps for your creative child, age 7 - 11. Adult camps are also occasionally scheduled.