About
In lessons with Julie and her team, the focus is on self-expression and the exploration of materials and techniques. She encourages clients to create unique pieces of work that channel their individual styles and voice. Julie has worked with artists of all levels, and can provide training in both traditional and more contemporary forms of art. While recognizing the importance of honing technical skills and teaching principles of art, Julie also leaves room for experimentation.
She received her MFA from Claremont Graduate University and BA from Kenyon College and has been giving art lessons for more than a decade.
Previously, Julie worked as an Art Director for various Hollywood productions which included clients such Snoop Dogg, Snapchat, MTV, Bravo, ABC, and music video for Academy Award winning group, The Swell Season. Whether designing a Hollywood set or creating a work of art, Julie loves arranging visual elements in a way that is provocative and aesthetically interesting.
As featured in...
Art Lessons LA founder, Julie Orr, teaches a lesson to actor, Lance Gross, and his daughter, Berkeley in “Dad’s on the Move" series by Madame Noir network.
What People Are Saying
“Julie instantaneously endeared herself to our children. Each lesson she comes enthusiastically bearing different mediums and artistic projects with which to entice their creative minds. Julie’s approach is hands on - she teaches and encourages the kids to use different techniques but is careful never to squash their vision and their own expressions. She has taken my kids enjoyment of art and has turned it into a shared passion.”
- Alex Misczynski
“We love Julie! Best art teacher in LA! Our kids are always excited to see her and they create the most amazing and unique projects together. Julie always goes the extra mile and helps the kids create works they love and that we proudly display in our home.”
-Caitlin Dahl
"So much fun! I hosted a ladies night and Julie arranged a fun art project for us to do. My friends loved it and we were all so impressed with the creativity of the project and the supplies Julie brought with her. I would highly recommend this service."
- Nidhi Handa
"My six year old daughter takes lessons with Julie each Thursday. She looks forward to the lessons all week. I love how Julie exposes my daughter to new materials by letting her play around with them while doing a guided project. Julie is very patient and flexible. My daughter really likes her!"
- Mary D.
"Julie is incredibly creative! She's so engaging and brings out the artist in all of us. I highly recommend her for birthday parties, playdates, or a wine + art night (once the kids are asleep). For the kids, ask about the Curious George puppets - you won't be disappointed."
- Brian Yetwin
Photography by Tyler Coll