Introduction to Perfume Blending, with Julianne Lee (in person)

The Institute for Art and Olfaction is devoted to creative experimentation with a focus on scent. Our goal is to create new points of entry for people interested in the field of olfaction, while accommodating creative ideas in all mediums. The IAO is a 501(c)3 non-profit located in Los Angeles, USA.

The Institute for Art and Olfaction

Want to understand and appreciate, and even start to work with perfume? We're here to help in a hands- and noses-on introductory workshop!

Classes for Beginners

Perfumery-focused classes  geared towards newcomers to the field, olfactive adventurers, curious minds, and budding scent enthusiasts, presented by The Institute for Art and Olfaction.  Online or in-person.

Join us for Introduction to Blending, a class for beginners of the craft, focused on learning how to blend with aromatic materials and balance a formula. Perfume-lovers and burgeoning olfactory artists have the opportunity to jump right into making their desired scent-dreams into reality with access to the hundreds of aromatic materials in the IAO labspace. The class will begin with a quick primer to the world of aromatic materials: synthetics vs. naturals, top/middle/base notes, and dilutions. Participants will be guided through the process of setting up a workstation and how to write a perfume formula, with proportions and balance in mind. The second portion of the class will be the open exploration of the IAO Organ by all participants. After making individual selections, we will get to blending! With Julianne Lee guiding the class, each participant will learn to make bold changes, subtle refinements, and expand their final formula into a small spray vial to take home. Topics covered:+ A quick primer on perfumery and aromatic materials: synthetics vs. naturals, top/middle/base notes, dilutions+ Exploring the IAO’s full organ of 300+ materials+ Selecting and working with 5 materials of your choice+ Introduction to setting up your blending workstation+ Introduction to composing and refining a perfume formula Take-Aways:<ul><li>Participants will spend several hours blending with 5 materials, and leave with a knowledge of the basics of perfume blending, their five materials (in ⅝ dram vials), and a small first trial in a spray vial.</li></ul>

Important NotesMaterialsMaterials are included in the sign-up cost, and provided by the IAO during class.Attendance and Refund PolicyThis is an in person class that will take place at the Institute for Art and Olfaction. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds or credit for this class. Note also that event tickets are non-transferable.On SafetySome aromatic materials can have side-effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence.

About the InstructorTrained at Grasse Institute for Perfumery, Julianne Lee started her journey with perfumery at the Institute for Art and Olfaction, and currently acts as the IAO’s Director of Projects. A practicing perfumer with an interest in contemporary culture, she draws from literature, art, and her deep knowledge of materials and technique to extend the creative potential for the field of perfumery.

Registration Required:Please note that you must reserve your space in advance. If you just show up without reserving a spot, there is no guarantee we will be able to accommodate you. Space at this event is limited.All levels are welcome, but this session is 18 and up (or 14+, with adult supervision).Location:We are located in Los Angeles’ historic Chinatown neighborhood, on a pedestrian street.Street Address: 932 Chung King Road Los Angeles CA. 90012To find us: Chung King Road is a pedestrian-only road that runs parallel to Hill Street, between Hill St and Yale St. See more information here: http://artandolfaction.com/visit