Design Groups Los Angeles

Commercial Referrals for Residential Agents: Free Q&A + Networking

Your clients ask about warehouses, investment properties, and 1031 exchanges. Learn how to spot those deals, bring in a commercial broker, and get paid a referral fee. Free to attend. Bring a colleague. Residential agents often hear commercial real estate questions from their clients: “My business needs a warehouse.” “I’m thinking about buying an investment property.” “I may want to sell or lease my commercial building.” Knowing what to ask and who to call can make the difference between losing the opportunity and helping the client move forward. This event is focused entirely on commercial real estate and is designed specifically for residential agents, investors, property owners, business owners, and service providers who want to connect with commercial real estate opportunities. To keep the conversation useful and focused, commercial brokerage representation will be limited to the NAI Capital hosting team. This is a place for attendees to bring their questions, learn what to look for, and connect directly with professionals who handle commercial transactions every day. NAI Capital is a full-service commercial real estate firm with 14 offices and more than 250 professionals serving Southern California. Through NAI Global, we are connected to approximately 5,800 commercial real estate professionals in 325 offices worldwide. That network allows us to connect clients with local market expertise and commercial real estate resources throughout the country and around the world. Who should attend: • Residential agents who receive commercial questions or leads from their clients • Property owners considering a sale, lease, or new investment • Investors completing a 1031 exchange and looking for a replacement property • Buyers interested in commercial investment opportunities, including off-market properties • Business owners who may need to lease, buy, or sell commercial property • Service providers who want to build relationships with commercial real estate brokers What you can bring: • A client with a commercial real estate need • A property you may want to sell or lease • Replacement-property criteria for a 1031 exchange • An investment requirement, including interest in off-market opportunities • Questions about industrial, office, retail, multifamily, land, financing, or investment sales We’ll also introduce OffMarketNear.me, a network of more than 100 commercial real estate brokers. Investors can learn how the network uncovers off-market opportunities, while qualified service providers can learn how to register, present their services, and build relationships with brokers across the platform. Bring a client scenario, property question, investment requirement, or service that could help commercial real estate clients. No commercial real estate experience is required. Come by after work, grab a drink, and get straightforward answers about the commercial side of real estate. Feel free to bring a residential agent, investor, property owner, business owner, or service provider who would benefit from the conversation. Please RSVP so we have an idea of how many people to expect.

Quarterly AI Design LA Lightning Talks

**Which design is better? Let's test it live.** David Nguyen is the founder of User Sage, a user research and usability testing platform. He'll demo his UserSage.com app with an AI panel (simulated people) that can give you feedback on a design in seconds, so you know which direction to take. Then he'll show you how to do it even quicker with an AI Agent like Grok Bot. **Designing for two audiences: people and machines.** Lance Shields is the founder of Raft, an AI-native design studio. He'll show how Raft was built for people and AI alike, flipping between its human and AI modes and testing what AI search actually says about it. Then he'll put Ishmael, Raft's Claude-powered assistant, to work live, answering your questions and booking a call. **Stop Re-Rolling the Whole Image: Deterministic Infographics with XYZ Layout Engine** Generative image models can make an infographic look great, but if you want to fix one label, recolor one element or move one callout, you have to regenerate the whole graphic and pray nothing else changes. XYZ Layout Engine (open source) gives AI the jobs it’s good at (art direction, writing recipes, generating isolated cutout illustrations) and leaves exact geometry, typography and export to a deterministic renderer specializing on infographics. **Fourth Speaker TBD** Special Thanks to [BLANKSPACES](https://blankspaces.com), LA's oldest and now largest co-working office system.

Wearables Wednesday

Anything and everything wearable! Sewing, crocheting, leatherwork, cosplay, el wire, LEDs, smart watches, and more. We will be sharing, working on our own projects, and checking out wonderful wearables on the web. \-\-\-\-\-\- CRASH Space is a non-profit organization located in Los Angeles and run by volunteers. We are a collection of artists, hackers, programmers, builders, and makers. Our members use the space to work on their projects, share ideas, and help each other create whatever they envision. Learn more at [https://blog.crashspace.org](https://blog.crashspace.org/)

The Classical Illusionist: Sight Size Measuring for the Figurative Artist

**Payment required before class to guarantee and reserve your spot! RSVP will not be accepted. Please enroll online at [https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/The-Classical-Illusionist](https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/The-Classical-Illusionist) or call the office at (310)-837-7194!** $290 for 4 weekly session ($72.50 per class) $90 for drop-in **To Register**, call (310) 927-2436 or online [https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/The-Classical-Illusionist](https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/The-Classical-Illusionist) "The Classical Illusionist" With instructor Carlos Palazio *Every Monday, 6:30- 9:30pm* So, you want to be a portrait of figure artist? This class is essential for you. Speed up the learning process, “cut to the chase” and enroll in our new Sight Size measuring for the figurative artist and become a “Classical Illusionist” Painting the cast using Sight-Size develops the ability to see shapes and proportions accurately, by continuously comparing the drawn shapes with the cast. This class will develop the accuracy of drawing skills, the ability to correctly judge and paint values, and finesse transitional tones and edges to give the painting the illusion of three-dimensions. The three main objectives of this class: 1\. Drawing \- draw the shapes of the cast in correct proportion\, beginning with the big shapes then the smaller shapes\. 2\. Values\- Learn to correctly judge values by using 5\-7 tone scale which we will mix on the palette\. We will begin by first establishing the three major value relationships: the light shape\, the shadow shape and the background\. 3\. The Illusion of three\-dimensions: Finally we paint the transitional halftones and soften the edges of the form\. This step gives the painting three\-dimensional qualities\, and the form will take the 3D qualities of an object sitting in a space\. These are essential skills to have in your tool box as you move forward to painting portraits, still life, illustrations, etc. **What You'll Learn** Draw the shapes of the cast in correct proportion, beginning with the big shapes down to the small shapes. Learn to correctly judge values by using 5-7 tone scale. Learn to describe how light travels across the form (your cast) Turn and soften the edges of the form. Paint the cast to look like a three dimensional object on the canvas. Learn essential skills to have in your tool box as you move forward to painting portraits, still life, illustrations, etc. Live demonstrations and personalized one-on-one instruction

Inspire the Goddess Within ~ Full Moon Celebration with Harmonia

We will gather at the Whole 9 Gallery. Bring comfortable Goddess clothes, an open heart, water, and a yoga matt! Harmonia weaves together gentle yoga, breathwork, meditation, essential oils, creative writing, art making, and process. Harmonia: Learning to Flow and Glow with the Goddess Celebrating the Full Moon with Gaia. Dive deep within and discover a new modality of self care. Learn strategies for stress management, life - work balance, and success. Learn to listen to your heart and soul. Experience the empowering benefits of essential oils for your emotional and physical well being. As well as discover Harmonia, a holistic and effective self care process that unleashes your creativity and magnifies your hearts desire through the interweaving of seven transformative tools. This practice is for artists, life coaches, instructors, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wishes to enhance their own well being and their clients in natural way. Through this potent process gain new perspectives, radiance, and inspiration and achieve a new outlook on balancing the many competing aspects of life. Workshop 10-11 Networking 11- 11:30

Circuits Social

Get together to talk and learn about electronic components and circuits. Bring your questions, bring your projects, we’re here to help and learn. \-\-\-\-\-\- CRASH Space is a non-profit organization located in Los Angeles and run by volunteers. We are a collection of artists, hackers, programmers, builders, and makers. Our members use the space to work on their projects, share ideas, and help each other create whatever they envision. Learn more at [https://blog.crashspace.org](https://blog.crashspace.org/)

Art Beyond Boundaries: An Exploration in Mixed Media with Thadius Taylor

**Art Beyond Boundaries: An Exploration in Mixed Media with Thadius Taylor** ***Payment required before class to guarantee and reserve your spot! RSVP will not be accepted. Please enroll online at*** [https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=clscnna91ocrr0822tddkc1dj](https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=clscnna91ocrr0822tddkc1dj) ***or call the office at (310)-837-7194!*** | One Day - Pay Per Class | $90.00 USD | | ----------------------- | ---------- | | 4 week course | $290.00 USD ($74.54 per class) | | 8 week course | $550.00 USD ($70.68 per class) | | 12 week course | $820.00 USD ($70.25 per class) | | 18 week course | $1,175.00 USD ($67.10 per class) | | 24 week course | $1,500.00 USD ($64.25 per class) | **To Register**, call (310) 927-2436 or online ([https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=clscnna91ocrr0822tddkc1dj](https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=clscnna91ocrr0822tddkc1dj)) Learn the basics of oil painting through step by step projects. We use non-toxic materials, help you to develop your painting skills in color, light and form that will leave you ready to paint your own masterpiece. All ages & levels welcome. **You must bring your own materials.** Get the supply list here ([https://www.klineacademy.com/supply-lists](https://www.klineacademy.com/supply-lists)) **KLINE ACADEMY of FINE ART** **3264 Motor Ave, LA 90034 (near National)** **[www.klineacademy.com](https://www.klineacademy.com/)** **Contact Information:** Artist@Klineacademy.com Staff@Klineacademy.com Office Phone: (310) 837-7194

Sunday afternoon at the BROAD museum

Quick Sketch Figure Class with Edgar Silva

**Quick Sketch Figure Drawing with Master Artist Edgar Silva, Thursdays, 6:30pm - 9:30pm** ***Payment required before class to guarantee and reserve your spot! RSVP will not be accepted. Please enroll online at*** [ https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=cllh6bv0b917u0806gihaez71](https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=cllh6bv0b917u0806gihaez71) ***or call the office at (310)-837-7194!*** | One Day - Pay Per Class | $90.00 USD | | ----------------------- | ---------- | | 4 week course | $290.00 USD ($74.54 per class) | | 8 week course | $550.00 USD ($70.68 per class) | | 12 week course | $820.00 USD ($70.25 per class) | | 18 week course | $1,175.00 USD ($67.10 per class) | | 24 week course | $1,500.00 USD ($64.25 per class) | **Enroll here:** [ https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=cllh6bv0b917u0806gihaez71](https://app.enrollsy.com/enroll/kline-academy-of-fine-art?lId=cjyj9d4s50jmt0128ovx9cmsv&pId=cllh6bv0b917u0806gihaez71) This course is an in-depth study on drawing the human figure and emphasizes the understanding of gesture, rhythm, and construction. Students will learn a simple process to draw the human figure by analyzing short, timed poses from life and acquire an understanding of figure drawing fundamentals to create works that communicate designs and ideas. Students will acquire a full understanding of the fundamentals, gestures, and construction of the figure. This class is great for anyone who is interested in developing figure invention skills. This class is not about copying, but about analyzing the figure and drawings that communicate designs and ideas.

Creative Tech & Visual Arts Mixer

Network with LA creatives working at the intersection of art, technology, media, and production. Creativetoolkits is a community of 3D artists, fabricators, animators, VFX artists, TouchDesigner visual artists, software engineers, post-production professionals, videographers, directors, music producers, designers, creative coders, and more. Our goal is to create a space for people using creative technology to meet collaborators, exchange ideas, share projects, and build community. Whether you’re an industry professional, hobbyist, student, or just curious about how technology is being used in creative fields, you’re welcome to come hang out. Each week we have open sign ups for individuals who want to pitch an idea, showcase a project, or a present a topic. At the midpoint of the mixer event we will gather everyone for a short session for presentations with breakout sessions afterwards to network. Each presentation should last around a 1/2 minutes with a short Q/A session afterwards where requested. Sign up here! [https://forms.gle/FrH7MQhjTWwZphVm8](https://forms.gle/FrH7MQhjTWwZphVm8) **📍 Where:** Smalls LA \| 4149 W Pico Blvd \#103 Los Angeles\, CA **🗓 When:** Every Saturday! **🎟 Tickets:** Free Entry, but consider buying a drink as a 'thank you' to our local record store/coffee shop. **What to Bring:** **Yourself + what you’re working on:** Come ready to talk about your projects, tools, workflows, experiments, or ideas. **Support:** If we’re meeting at a local venue, please consider purchasing a drink or snack as a gesture of appreciation. **Get More Involved:** Eager to contribute? We’re looking for people interested in hosting project showcases, lectures, seminars, workshops, demos, creative hackathons, installation events, and collaborative meetups. Join the Discord and help shape the future of LA’s creative technology community. **Connect with us** Discord : [https://discord.gg/WemVunqCwS](https://discord.gg/WemVunqCwS) Instagram : [https://instagram.com/mycreativetoolkits](https://instagram.com/mycreativetoolkits)

Beer Night in Arts District

Expand Your Classical Painting and Drawing Techniques... Classical Illusionist!

"Classical Painting II: The Classical Illusionist" With instructor Carlos Palazio *Every Monday, 6:30- 9:30pm* ***Payment required before class to guarantee and reserve your spot! RSVP will not be accepted. Please enroll online at*** [https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/The-Classical-Illusionist](https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/the-classical-illusionist) ***or call the office at (310)-837-7194!*** | One Day - Pay Per Class | $90.00 USD | | ----------------------- | ---------- | | 4 week course | $290.00 USD ($74.54 per class) | | 8 week course | $550.00 USD ($70.68 per class) | | 12 week course | $820.00 USD ($70.25 per class) | | 18 week course | $1,175.00 USD ($67.10 per class) | | 24 week course | $1,500.00 USD ($64.25 per class) | **To Register**, call (310) 927-2436 or online [https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/The-Classical-Illusionist](https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/the-classical-illusionist) So, you want to be a portrait or figure artist? This class is essential for you. Speed up the learning process, “cut to the chase” and enroll in our new Sight Size measuring for the figurative artist and become a “Classical Illusionist” Painting the cast using Sight-Size develops the ability to see shapes and proportions accurately, by continuously comparing the drawn shapes with the cast. This class will develop the accuracy of drawing skills, the ability to correctly judge and paint values, and finesse transitional tones and edges to give the painting the illusion of three-dimensions. The three main objectives of this class: 1\. Drawing \- draw the shapes of the cast in correct proportion\, beginning with the big shapes then the smaller shapes\. 2\. Values\- Learn to correctly judge values by using 5\-7 tone scale which we will mix on the palette\. We will begin by first establishing the three major value relationships: the light shape\, the shadow shape and the background\. 3\. The Illusion of three\-dimensions: Finally we paint the transitional halftones and soften the edges of the form\. This step gives the painting three\-dimensional qualities\, and the form will take the 3D qualities of an object sitting in a space\. These are essential skills to have in your tool box as you move forward to painting portraits, still life, illustrations, etc. **What You'll Learn** Draw the shapes of the cast in correct proportion, beginning with the big shapes down to the small shapes. Learn to correctly judge values by using 5-7 tone scale. Learn to describe how light travels across the form (your cast) Turn and soften the edges of the form. Paint the cast to look like a three dimensional object on the canvas. Learn essential skills to have in your tool box as you move forward to painting portraits, still life, illustrations, etc. Live demonstrations and personalized one-on-one instruction