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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-1994098344829 \n– \nJoin us for a structured approach 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-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260811T173000
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SUMMARY:Make your own perfume! Shades of Yellow (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-your-own-perfume-shades-of-yellow-in-person-tickets-1994430261601?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \nLet’s give ourselves an olfactory boost by discussing and smelling all facets of the rainbow’s most optimistic color\, with some unexpected scent adventures along the way. IAO founder Saskia Wilson-Brown leads participants through the basics of perfume composition\, with a very simple goal in mind: To make ourselves a perfumed interpretation of the color yellow. \nThe first half of class will focus on learning our aromatic palette\, as we smell and discuss a curated selection of materials. The second portion of the class will consist of perfume composition: Each participant will be invited to work with the curated materials to create an original formula\, each leaving with a 30ml Eau de Cologne-strength perfume. \n– \nYellow Flowers: Photo by Anthone Melone on Unsplash
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/make-your-own-perfume-shades-of-yellow-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:20260827T173000
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SUMMARY:Make your own perfume! Brown and Tan (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-your-own-perfume-brown-and-tan-in-person-tickets-1996529926756?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \n\n\nSaskia Wilson-Brown celebrates gluttony with a perfume-making class that emphasizes brown and tan smells\, with a distinctly gourmand edge. \n\n\n\n\nLet’s indulge our sweet tooth by discussing and smelling all facets of the sugariest\, nuttiest\, beeriest colors: Brown and tan. IAO founder Saskia Wilson-Brown leads attendees through the basics of perfume composition\, with a very simple goal in mind: To make ourselves an interpretation of brown and tan\, in perfume. \nThe first half of class will focus on learning our aromatic palette\, as we smell and discuss a curated selection of materials. The second portion of the class will consist of perfume composition: Each participant will be invited to work with the curated materials to create an original formula\, each leaving with a 30ml Eau de Toilette-strength perfume. \nExpect some olfactory adventures along the way! \n\n\n  \n– \nAlmonds: Photo by Elisabeth Rosenak on Unsplash
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/make-your-own-perfume-brown-and-tan-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:20260831T173000
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SUMMARY:Make your own perfume! Shades of Purple (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-your-own-perfume-shades-of-purple-in-person-tickets-1994622150546?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true  \n– \n\n\nSaskia Wilson-Brown celebrates the rainbow with a perfume-making class that explores the unfathomable olfactory depths of purple. \n\n\n\n\nLet’s give ourselves an olfactory boost by discussing and smelling all facets of a very enigmatic color\, with some unexpected scent adventures along the way. IAO founder Saskia Wilson-Brown leads attendees through the basics of perfume composition\, with a very simple goal in mind: To make ourselves a perfume that interprets purple. \nThe first half of class will focus on learning our aromatic palette\, as we smell and discuss a curated selection of materials. The second portion of the class will consist of perfume composition: Each participant will be invited to work with the curated materials to create an original formula\, each leaving with a 30ml Eau de Cologne-strength perfume. \n\n\n– \nPurple Neon: Photo by Sandro Katalina on Unsplash 
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/make-your-own-perfume-shades-of-purple-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:20260916T180000
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SUMMARY:What's That Smell? An Olfactory Game of Nose Training (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-that-smell-an-olfactory-game-of-nose-training-in-person-tickets-1996519414313?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n– \n\n\nWould a rose by any other name smell as sweet? Let’s find out!\n“What’s that Smell?” is a game night that puts your nose to the test. Participants are presented with 10 aromatic materials\, all anonymous\, to sniff\, reflect\, and possibly identify. After recording impressions and best guesses\, the group will collectively share olfactory impressions\, after which we will unveil the aromatic materials’ identities and characters. \nJoin us for this engaging and educational encounter: Meet new\, strange (to you!) molecules with fellow smell-hounds\, while you develop your skills of olfactory recall. \nTopics covered:\n+ An introduction to nose training for scent enthusiasts and budding perfumers\n+ Encounter unknown aromatic materials in a fun communal setting\n+ Add to your olfactory recall and knowledge \nTake-Aways:\n+ Foundational education in olfactory recall and material evaluation\n+ A new enthusiasm for the building blocks of perfumery\n+ One of the most fun experiences of your life \n\n\n\n\nMaterials\nMaterials are included in the sign-up cost\, and provided by the IAO during class.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/whats-that-smell-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:IAO Collections Smelling Session: Industrial (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iao-collections-smelling-session-industrial-in-person-tickets-1994238542163 \n– \nWhat does industry smell like? Join us to experience a curated set of scents from the IAO Collections\, with fellow enthusiasts of perfume and industrial smells! Our discussion will focus on our impressions of these scents\, as well as their concordance with the theme. This session presents a unique opportunity to smell and discuss otherwise inaccessible fine fragrances\, perfume materials\, and ephemera from deep inside our archives; excellent for both the die-hard perfume fan and the casual but curious nose. \nNote to returning students: If you have attended past smelling sessions\, there may be some overlap with previous scents from earlier sessions.
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/iao-collections-smelling-session-industrial-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:20260922T180000
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SUMMARY:Autumn Smells: Perfume-Making Workshop (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autumn-smells-perfume-making-workshop-in-person-tickets-1994237003561 \n– \n\n\nA session celebrating the solstice and smells of fall through the art and craft of making perfume. For beginners\, in person. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Minetta Rogers for a guided blending session celebrating the solstice\, the smells of fall — 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 the season. 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. \n\n\n– \nImage credits: Photo from Pexels
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/autumn-smells-perfume-making-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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SUMMARY:Five day perfume intensive: Chateau Le Grippault
DESCRIPTION:Sorry\, this event is sold out! \n– \nProgram dates: October 5 to October 9\, 2026\nSchedule: 10am – 6pm\, daily \nWe return to the charming Chateau le Grippault in the Loire Valley for a five day perfume intensive with Spyros Drosopoulos. \nThe stunning historic castle sits on a beautiful wooded estate just minutes from the historic town of Richelieu (former seat of the famous Cardinal Richelieu)\, and provides a perfect retreat: A place to focus on learning\, in a small group of eight people\, led by Spyros’ methodical\, materials-based approach. Mornings are spent in lecture\, and afternoons are spent applying what you have learned to your own compositions. Group dinners every night\, with plenty of opportunity for excursions to the nearby town. \n 
URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/five-day-perfume-intensive-chateau-le-grippault/
LOCATION:Chateau Le Grippault\, 47 Avenue de la Coupure du Parc\, Chaveignes\, 37120\, France
CATEGORIES:Sorry, this event is sold out.
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