"Every
child is an artist. The problem is how
to remain an artist once he grows up."
-Picasso
Picasso's
words inspire The San Diego Art Department
keep to vital
and vibrant the artist in all of us. It's
3,700 square feet of creative play space
which beckons all manner of artists to
work, play, learn, teach, exhibit, critique
and commune with one another in a venue
designed specifically for painting, pottery,
sculpting, tiling, exhibiting, and more.
Our
Talent
The
San Diego Art Department is pleased to offer
classes and workshops taught by an amazing
collection of San Diego artist
and educators (and some stand
up comedians thrown in for good measure).
The Instructors at SDAD range from self-taught
to ph.D. trained and credentialed individuals.
They offer combined teaching experiences
of more than 100 years, with exhibition
galleries and museums from around the world.
We are honored to have each of them here!
Our
Mission
At
the San Diego Art Department our goal is
to establish itself as a sacred place that
encourages the creativity of artist of all
ages and stimulate the ongoing flow of ideas
and expression. San Diego Art Dept. is a
dynamic artistic community with rewarding
educational opportunities. We offer a relaxing
and inspirational venue to escape from the
routine and hectic pace of life.
"Every
child is an artist. The problem is how
to remain an artist once he grows up."
-Picasso
The
San Diego Art Department is pleased to offer
classes and workshops taught by an amazing
collection of San Diego 
At
the San Diego Art Department our goal is
to establish itself as a sacred place that
encourages the creativity of artist of all
ages and stimulate the ongoing flow of ideas
and expression. San Diego Art Dept. is a
dynamic artistic community with rewarding
educational opportunities. We offer a relaxing
and inspirational venue to escape from the
routine and hectic pace of life.