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SUMMARY:"all perfume yes": Bloomsday 2026 Ulysses Smelling Session (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/all-perfume-yes-bloomsday-2026-ulysses-smelling-session-in-person-tickets-1988021328309?aff=oddtdtcreator \n– \nThe library at the Institute for Art and Olfaction contains a perfume archive of over a thousand fine fragrances\, pieces of olfactory art\, and more. \nSmell through the pages of this classic novel as we smell aromatics and perfumes mentioned in James Joyce’s Ulysses. The novel follows the interconnected meanderings of Stephen Dedalus\, Leopold Bloom\, and a cast of hundreds over the course of one day in Dublin — June 16. Bloomsday is a worldwide celebration of the novel and the author. Join us at the Institute for Art and Olfaction for our own olfactory meandering through this masterpiece of modernism. (We might even provide cheese sandwiches.) \nThe Institute for Art and Olfaction team leads a guided smelling session of notable aromatics discussed in the novel. We will read out key passages concerning scent and perfume to enhance our smelling session. Scent strips will be handed out by your instructors\, before we spend time smelling and discussing our impressions of the scents. \nOur discussion will focus on the impressions of aromatics\, perfumes and their concordance with the accompanying text. Familiarity with the original novel is not necessary but is highly recommended! \nThis smelling session will be a special opportunity to smell aromatics and fine fragrances from our library archive to which we otherwise do not allow everyday access. \nThis session will be guided by Minetta Rogers.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/all-perfume-yes-bloomsday-2026-ulysses-smelling-session-in-person/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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SUMMARY:Summer Smells: Perfume Blending Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-smells-perfume-making-workshop-in-person-tickets-1989047356186?aff=oddtdtcreator \n– \nJoin Minetta Rogers for a guided blending session celebrating the summer solstice — and\, of course\, perfume-making! For beginners\, but all levels are welcome. \nFor the first portion of this smelling and blending session\, we will learn about some smells of summer and scents associated with the sun. Scent strips will be handed out by your friendly Institute for Art and Olfaction team\, and we will spend time smelling and discussing our impressions of aromatic materials associated with the season. \nWe will start the second portion of the session by briefly discussing and practicing blending scent. Each student will have the opportunity to blend with aromatic materials from the session’s selected palette. We will spend the rest of the session experimenting with our own short formulas. \nEach attendee goes home with a small trial of their aromatic blend.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/summer-smells-perfume-blending-workshop/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260622T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260622T193000
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SUMMARY:Open Session for Returning Students (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-sessions-returning-students-only-tickets-1988878896318?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \nAromatic materials are not included. Bring your own materials or purchase small quantities from us. \nOur open sessions for returning students only are designed as an informal\, convivial space in which to co-work with other perfumers. Relaxed and self-directed (don’t worry\, we’re here to help)\, these sessions are a great chance to refine a formula\, work out an idea or just hang out with like-minded colleagues. Let’s learn from each other\, and make new friends. \nRelaxed and self-directed\, these informal sessions are a great chance to refine your blending techniques in the presence of other scent enthusiasts and #friendswithpipettes. Open Sessions are the IAO’s longest running program. These Open Sessions for Returning Students Only are designed precisely for newcomers who have already attended one Open Session for First Timers\, intermediate perfumers who want to explore new materials\, or advanced perfumers who want to co-work with a diverse and creative community. \nAs a returning student\, you will be able to independently tinker with materials of your choice in a casual\, social setting.We have everything you need: aromatic materials (natural\, synthetic\, and some accords)\, beakers and droppers\, scent strips and bottles… All you need to bring is a notebook\, and and open mind. Down the rabbit hole you go!
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/open-session-for-returning-students-in-person-3/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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SUMMARY:Perfume 101: Perfumery for Beginners (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/perfume-101-perfumery-for-beginners-in-person-tickets-1988030609068?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \nPerfume 101 serves as an orientation session for newcomers to the field\, olfactive adventurers\, curious minds\, and budding scent enthusiasts who need a little boost. \nIn this theory-focused introduction to perfumery\, participants will learn about perfume basics such as fragrance families and classifications\, get an introduction to perfume-making in a lab\, and get an introduction to the different kinds of aromatic materials. As a group\, the class will learn the difference between top\, middle and bottom notes\, what’s in a perfume lab\, get a brief introduction to perfume math concepts\, and more. We’ll smell and look at different aromatic materials\, useful labware used in blending scents\, and more! \nParticipants will leave with the basic knowledge they need to start a journey down the rabbit hole of appreciating and even making scent. \nPlease note: This is primarily a lecture-based class\, with a smelling component. There is one group blend exercise and one individual blend exercise\, with participants taking home a small spray vial of their individual scent blend and select reference materials. If you wish to take a class with a hands-on focus\, please register for Introduction to Perfume Blending.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/perfume-101-perfumery-for-beginners-in-person-3/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Perfume Blending: Structured (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-perfume-blending-structured-in-person-tickets-1988027678302?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \nJoin us for a structured approacg to perfume blending. This class is designed for newcomers and beginners of the craft as an onboarding to working with scent at the Institute for Art and Olfaction. \nIn this class\, Minetta Rogers will introduce you to the foundational terminology and techniques of perfumery as we guide you through the steps of working with aromatic materials in our labspace. The class will begin with a guided smelling session that introduces you to the world of aromatic materials. You’ll smell a selection of materials from our organ that shine light on the difference between naturals\, synthetics\, and bases; top\, middle\, and base notes; and different dilutions and odor intensities. As a group\, you’ll take part in several group blending exercises to demonstrate proper technique in writing perfume formula iterations and blending scent trials.The second portion of the class is dedicated to individual blending time\, with a selection of 5 materials chosen and decanted into blending vials by you. \nMinetta Rogers is here to assist with material selection\, formula tweaking\, and basic perfume arithmetic as you experiment\, explore\, and learn. At the end of class\, you’ll take home 5 aromatic materials\, a final spray vial of your own formulated blend\, and perfume-making knowledge!
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/introduction-to-perfume-blending-structured-in-person/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Perfume Blending: Freestyle (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-perfume-blending-freestyle-in-person-tickets-1988879025705?keep_tld=true \n– \nJoin us for Introduction to Blending\, a class for beginners to perfumery that is focused on learning how to blend with aromatic materials\, and how to create (and balance) a formula. Perfume-lovers and burgeoning olfactory artists have the opportunity to jump right into making their scent dreams a reality\, with access to the hundreds of aromatic materials in the IAO lab space. \nThe 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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/introduction-to-perfume-blending-freestyle-in-person-6/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Perfume Blending: Freestyle (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-perfume-blending-freestyle-in-person-tickets-1990620501506?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \nJoin us for Introduction to Blending\, a class for beginners to perfumery that is focused on learning how to blend with aromatic materials\, and how to create (and balance) a formula. Perfume-lovers and burgeoning olfactory artists have the opportunity to jump right into making their scent dreams a reality\, with access to the hundreds of aromatic materials in the IAO lab space. \nThe 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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/introduction-to-perfume-blending-freestyle-in-person-7/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260716T173000
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SUMMARY:Citrus\, Raw to Refined: A Natural Perfume Workshop (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/citrus-raw-to-refined-a-natural-perfume-workshop-in-person-tickets-1988879196215?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \n\n\nLearn how to think and design like a natural perfumer\, using solely botanical materials. Citrus\, Raw to Refined is a sensory-driven class designed to introduce beginners to perfumery\, and to learn to work with a palette of natural materials. \n\n\n\n\nCLASS PROGRAM \nPerfumer Jeffrey Paul leads an immersive introduction to natural perfumery\, with a focus on citrus materials and the Eau de Cologne fragrance category. Over several hours\, participants will smell and assess beautiful natural aromatics and learn to create classic Eau de Cologne structures using a palette that includes fresh citruses\, aromatic herbs\, elegant woods\, and some unexpected surprises. \nThis class will help train your nose while sharpening your olfactory perception\, providing the tools and knowledge that will allow you to transform a handful of raw aromatics into a traditional\, structured cologne\, based on your own formula developed in class. \nABOUT THE RAW TO REFINED CLASSES \nInspired by the methodology of Jean Carles\, the Raw tothe Refined classes are rooted in materiality. Each class begins with a smelling session\, where participants will discover a group of curated materials chosen to support the olfactory topic of the day. Over repeated scent evaluations\, students learn to sharpen their olfactory perception\, a crucial tool in learning to blend perfumery. Students will then be guided through the process of building a blend on top of a foundational citrus-eau de cologne accord to create a fragrance that is rooted in a strong concept and specific fragrance family. \nIn these classes\, perfumer Jeffrey Paul will teach you how to transform olfactory instinct into blending based on a foundation of critical evaluation and an appreciation for the complexity of natural materials. The classes aim to provide a foundation of knowledge about material extraction and fragrance families\, and techniques for blind smelling and formulation\, resulting in a clear\, repeatable method for perfume creation. \nSpecific class themes will progress seasonally\, with citrus in the summer\, woods and resins in the fall\, gourmand compositions in the winter\, and florals in the spring. While each class can be taken as a stand-alone experience\, the full series helps build skills\, over time. \nTOPICS COVERED: \n+ Odor evaluation: How to smell and appreciate perfume materials (and reset your senses!) \n+ Guided reflection: Documenting smell experiences and ideating for perfumemaking \n+ Material understanding: Learning about the qualities and extraction of the chosen ingredients \n+ Structural accord construction: Construction of a group accord with an emphasis on formulation techniques \n+ Sensory brief creation: The development of a sensory brief in class\, with the knowledge required to further refine it\, after class
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/citrus-raw-to-refined-a-natural-perfume-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260717T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260717T190000
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SUMMARY:Perfume’s Most Notorious Book and Its Scents: Smelling Session (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/perfumes-most-notorious-book-and-its-scents-smelling-session-in-person-tickets-1988018267153?aff=oddtdtcreator \n– \n\n\nThe library at the Institute for Art and Olfaction contains a perfume archive of over a thousand fine fragrances\, pieces of olfactory art\, and more. Smell through the pages of perfumery’s most notorious book as we smell aromatics mentioned in and perfumes inspired by Patrick Suskind’s Perfume: The Story of a Murderer. The novel follows super-smeller Jean-Baptiste Grenouille as he travels through France in the 18th century\, honing his sense of smell as he becomes a perfumer and a murderer. Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is a worldwide phenomenon\, inspiring multiple adaptations into film\, television\, music\, and fine fragrance\, and influencing decades of enthusiastic readers to enter the world of perfumery — and vice versa. \n\n\n\n\nThe Institute for Art and Olfaction team leads a guided smelling session of notable aromatics discussed in the novel\, as well as several fine fragrances created as an homage to the work. Scent strips will be handed out by your instructors\, before we spend time smelling and discussing our impressions of both the materials and perfumes. \nOur discussion will focus on the impressions of aromatics\, perfumes and their concordance with the accompanying text. Familiarity with both the original novel and the movie adaptation is not necessary but is highly recommended! \nThis smelling session will be a special opportunity to smell aromatics and fine fragrances from our library archive. Session will be guided by Minetta Rogers.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/perfumes-most-notorious-book-and-its-scents-smelling-session-in-person/
LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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