London's Top-rated Drawing Classes


“Drawing is the necessary beginning of everything, and not having it, one has nothing.” Donatello

The foundation of all traditional artistic training, an introduction to drawing will serve to sharpen the eye and develop the hand of any aspiring artist. A drawing course is recommended prior to any painting course; the understanding of line, proportion, and tone is fundamental to painting, as it is to all composition.

During your art course, our team of expert fine art tutors will provide you with individual tuition and demonstrations so that you can learn about your drawing materials and the techniques involved. Their exceptional background from the best art academies in the world means that we can provide you with the highest of standards in London when it comes to art tuition. Our experienced tutors have been teaching art classes for decades and have been teaching art students from all over the world, whether they are beginners, intermediate or advanced.

Our beginner to advanced drawing classes are held in our central London art school, in Covent Garden, during both weekdays and weekends. Our flexible timetable allows you to choose the available time slot that you want to attend. 

Our online booking only takes 3 minutes to complete. Book your art course now and start improving your drawing skills.

How to study art classes regularly?

In addition, after you finish a package, you can choose to continue your learning with our exceptional team through rebooking or choosing a new personalized package. Many of our alumni students choose to master a particular medium/s, develop a genre or wish to try something new. 

 

HOW DO THE ART LESSONS WORK?

How do on-site lessons work?

  • Each course follows a step-by-step structure to cover the necessary concepts and techniques according to your chosen package
  • For each lesson, your workspace will be set-up for your arrival, and the tutor will have your specific subject prepared for the lesson
  • You will receive group or individual demonstrations plus one-to-one expert guidance during the lessons. At the end of each class, your progress is recorded.

HOW CAN WE PROVIDE YOU WITH A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE?

Bespoke Study Plan to Ensure Our Art Course in London Is the Most Suitable for You
During your first art lesson, you will have an introductory session with a dedicated art tutor to help you understand what you will need to focus on, and your skill level. This art lesson allows the tutor to create a personalised Study Plan and art course structure that will be most suitable for you. This Study Plan will provide an overall structure that lays out what you should follow and achieve during your course to maximise your results.

Different Art Tutors from the Best Art Academy
Our tutors designed and created each of our art courses. They are expert, refined art tutors with prestigious backgrounds from the best international academies and universities such as the Royal Academy of Art and Central Saint Martins in London. Our art tutors have years of experience teaching art students from all over the world.

Small Groups with Bespoke Art Tuition
We always limit each of our art classes to less than 10 art students, allowing our teachers to work closely with every student and provide individual guidance. According to each student’s Study Plan, during each lesson, the teacher will arrange the most suitable subject for you and will teach each student appropriate techniques.

Flexible Timetable to Let You Choose the Days You Want to Attend
When you purchase a course package (e.g. a 60 art lessons course), it will be transferred to your online account. You will be able to log-in and use your course package to book any available art class at the centre or the live online art lessons (see timetable section below). We have art classes every day, and you can book them at any time. Because you can book the time slots that are most suitable for you, you can also choose your starting date as well.

Flexible Credit System to Save You Money
One lesson will be taken from your package only when you book a class. Therefore, you don’t have to book and use all the lessons immediately, but you can book them as you progress with the art course. The system is just like an Oyster Card; you use as you go.

Our Tutors Will Update Your Progress on Your Account After Each Lesson
After each art lesson, our tutor will leave internal feedback for other tutors to see. This information briefs art tutors from different time slots on your progress, including what you did in the previous art lessons and what you should do in the upcoming ones. Therefore, even if you leave for a holiday break, when you return, all your progress history will be saved there for our tutors to use to resume your art lessons.

Manage Your Bookings from Your Online Account
You can easily cancel, reschedule and book your art lessons all from your online account. Please note that we have a 48H cancellation and reschedule policy. We recommend booking art classes at least 2 days or earlier to guarantee enough availability of seats and to give you enough time if you need to reschedule/cancel the session.

ART MATERIALS PACKS

Using the right art materials plays an essential role in the art course.  You can prepare your art materials by yourself from this list, to avoid the trouble of mistakenly purchasing the wrong art materials. Our art tutors have designed a variety of drawing and painting art materials packages specifically for our art courses with promising quality. They contain all the necessary art tools that you will need to use during the art lessons. You can pre-order online in the checkout page, or via this link: Art Material Packages.

HOW TO STUDY ART CLASSES REGULARLY

Many of the greatest artists throughout history trained for years to master their craft. Artists such as Turner and Millais who trained at the Royal Academy of Art (RA), would have studied up to 10 years, and for many of the RA students, the first four years were dedicated to only drawing. To achieve a high academic level in drawing and painting, one needs to continue their growth through learning under expert guidance and attend classes regularly.

We have art tutors specializing in drawing, acrylic, oil and watercolour, who can provide expert guidance in perspective drawing, architecture drawing, still life, portrait, landscape, botanical, and range of other subjects. Through our exceptional team, we offer personalized study plans, and many of our of alumni students choose to master a particular medium/s, develop a genre or wish to try something new. 

How to Top Up 
You can visit your online account and click 'reorder' for the same package or choose another course from our website. Whatever you choose, your credits will automatically sync into your online account, which allows you to book your art lessons to continue your study plan with us.

STUDENT ONLINE ACCOUNT

Every student has a personal online account. Once you sign up for a course, your course lessons will be added to your online account. You can log in or sign up for a student account after clicking Book Now under your preferred course. The online account allows you to:

1. Check the course timetable and book the time slots of lessons you want to attend.
2. Manage your existing bookings and check your booking history.
3. Receive confirmation emails and text messages with reminders about your bookings.

HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR THE ART COURSE?

Step 1. Purchase your preferred art course from this page below by clicking on the Book Now button.

Step 2. The Login/Signup pop-up window will appear after clicking on the Book Now button. Signup (new student) or Login (returning student) to proceed to payment as you need an account to sync your order and book your lessons.

Step 3. After payment, the system will redirect you to your Online Account to book your preferred time slots from the timetable for your on-site sessions at the centre.

 You will receive a confirmation email once the booking is confirmed.

Timetable ( 2hr/Lesson)

Tuesday

4pm-6pm

6:30pm-8:30pm

Wednesday

4pm-6pm

6:30pm-8:30pm

Thursday

4pm-6pm

6:30pm-8:30pm

Friday

4pm-6pm

6:30pm-8:30pm

Saturday

9am-11am

11:30am-1:30pm

2:00pm-4:00pm

Sunday

Closed

Timetable

Tuesday

4pm-6pm 

6:30pm-8:30pm

Wednesday

4pm-6pm 

6:30pm-8:30pm 

Thursday

4pm-6pm 

6:30pm-8.30pm

Friday

4pm-6pm

6:30pm-8:30pm 

Saturday

9am-11pm 

11:30am-1:30pm 

2pm-4pm 

4:30-6:30pm(Life Drawing/Painting)

Sunday

Closed 


Choose A Drawing Course


DRAWING COURSE FOR BEGINNERS

50
lessons

This package allows for an introduction to further dry media, including pastels. A balance of proportion, accurate tonal range, and the artistic flow of mark-making will be encouraged. Discovery and discussion of the techniques and styles of both traditional and modern masters will be emphasised to further inspire and inform each individual student’s distinct style and development.

40
lessons

This more comprehensive art course is recommended to any student who has a serious interest in developing their drawing skills further with a view to the intermediate drawing course or beginners painting course. On top of the skills covered in the first 20 art lessons, concepts of composition and perspective will be introduced, which will inform the completion of larger, more complex projects to a higher standard.

20
lessons

This art course will comprise an introduction to basic materials and techniques, with an emphasis on shapes, quality of line and basic shading in the form of sketches and observational studies. Lessons will then move into the development of these techniques. Students will complete highly finished drawings and will have begun to develop a more honed eye.

50 Art Lessons (2 hours each)

40 Art Lessons (2 hours each)

20 Art Lessons (2 hours each)


50 Art Lessons


£1178 + VAT (£1,473 | save £295)

11-months expiry

  • Introduction to basic materials and techniques
  • Emphasis on shapes
  • Studies of quality of line and basic shading in the form of sketches and observational studies
  • Compositional studies and techniques
  • Perspective
  • Proportions
  • Tonal ranges
  • Mark-making

Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Be part of our annual exhibition for students
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

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40 Art Lessons


£935 + VAT (£1,185 | save £250)

9-months expiry

  • Introduction to basic materials and techniques
  • Emphasis on shapes
  • Studies of quality of line and basic shading in the form of sketches and observational studies
  • Compositional studies and techniques
  • Perspective

Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Be part of our annual exhibition for students
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

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20 Art Lessons


£605 + VAT

5-months expiry

  • Introduction to basic materials and techniques
  • Emphasis on shapes
  • Studies of quality of line and basic shading in the form of sketches and observational studies

No Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

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DRAWING COURSE FOR INTERMEDIATES

50
lessons

On top of the issues explored during the first 40 lessons, students will begin to tackle more complex techniques, such as the depiction of reflected light, cast shadow and tonal value, as well as different atmospheric effects through monochrome values.

40
lessons

The extended intermediate course will strengthen the student’s ability to depict form, tone and light, as well as offer opportunities to work on projects chosen by the student themselves. Students will further develop a sense of personal style which will enrich their portfolio.

20
lessons

This series of lessons will allow those art students with some drawing experience to reacquaint themselves with both traditional and more contemporary drawing and dry media techniques. Tutors will tailor critiques to the needs of the individual student, encouraging them to delve further into unfamiliar techniques or materials. Increased emphasis will be placed on chiaroscuro, atmosphere and the variation and treatment of edges, pushing students to create works of greater depth.

50 Art Lessons (2 hours each)

40 Art Lessons (2 hours each)

20 Art Lessons (2 hours each)


50 Art Lessons


£1178 + VAT (£1,473 | save £295)

11-months expiry

  • Traditional and contemporary drawing and dry media techniques
  • Chiaroscuro techniques
  • Atmosphere studies
  • Treatment and variation of edges
  • Expanded techniques for forms, tones, and lights
  • Work on personal projects and body of work
  • Reflections of light
  • Cast shadows and their tonal values
  • Monochrome

Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Be part of our annual exhibition for students
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

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40 Art Lessons


£935 + VAT (£1,185 | save £250)

9-months expiry

  • Traditional and contemporary drawing and dry media techniques
  • Chiaroscuro techniques
  • Atmosphere studies
  • Treatment and variation of edges
  • Expanded techniques for forms, tones, and lights
  • Work on personal projects and body of work

Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Be part of our annual exhibition for students
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

Book Now


20 Art Lessons


£605 + VAT

5-months expiry

  • Traditional and contemporary drawing and dry media techniques
  • Chiaroscuro techniques
  • Atmosphere studies
  • Treatment and variation of edges

No Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

Book Now

Book Now

Book Now

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DRAWING COURSE FOR ADVANCED

50
lessons

On top of the issues explored doing the first 40 art lessons, particular and deeper attention will be dedicated to life drawing. A knowledge of anatomy, muscles and the skeletal structure of the body will be gained through a focus on life drawing classes. By the end of this course, the student will have developed a full range of drawing skills, enabling them to master the most complex of subjects.

40
lessons

For those committed to developing their drawing techniques as far as possible; experimentation will be encouraged as well as the completion of highly finished drawings. Throughout the history of artistic training, continual practice of drawing has been encouraged. We highly recommend an extended course of lessons for the committed art student.

20
lessons

For those with a strong background in drawing, this series of lessons allows students to pinpoint to our highly qualified and experienced tutors the areas that they wish to develop. Students will be offered a bespoke tutoring service in the areas if their choice, which will help them to develop the basis of a professional drawing portfolio (or expand upon an existing one). Subjects can be guided by the student. Students will be encouraged to consider different approaches to drawing.

50 Art Lessons (2 hours each)

40 Art Lessons (2 hours each)

20 Art Lessons (2 hours each)


50 Art Lessons


    £1,178 + VAT (£1,473 | save £295)

11-months expiry

  • New approaches to drawing
  • Adaptation of techniques and use of materials for different subject matter and themes
  • Development of a polished body of work and drawing portfolio
  • Selection of subject matter to focus on and refine
  • Implementation of anatomical and life studies

Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Be part of our annual exhibition for students
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

Book Now


40 Art Lessons


£935 + VAT (£1,185 | save £250)

9-months expiry

  • New approaches to drawing
  • Adaptation of techniques and use of materials for different subject matter and themes
  • Development of a polished body of work and drawing portfolio
  • Selection of subject matter to focus on and refine

Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Be part of our annual exhibition for students
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

Book Now


20 Art Lessons


£605 + VAT

5-months expiry

  • New approaches to drawing
  • Adaptation of techniques and use of materials for different subject matter and themes
  • Basic development of a polished body of work and drawing portfolio

No Certification

  • VIP tickets to exhibition parties and opening receptions
  • Your work displayed online
  • Access to life drawing and museums sessions

Book Now

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NEED ART MATERIALS?

Please note that the classes do not include materials. We have various drawing and painting package combinations for sale at our studio which have been recommended by our professional art teachers. After purchasing a package, our tutors will go through the use and application of all the materials included.

OIL PAINTING PACK

£320 | £228 (exec. VAT)
  • 1o Winsor & Newton Winton oil colours set, 37ml (Cadmium Red Hue – Cadmium Yellow Pale Hue – French Ultramarine – Phthalo Blue – Permanent Green Light – – Viridian Hue – Yellow Ochre – Burnt Sienna – Ivory Black – Titanium White) 
  • Wooden Palette
  • 1 practice canvas
  • 4 hog flat brushes of different sizes
  • 6 palette knifes with different sizes (2 small, 2 mediums, 2 large)
  • Brush cleaner
  • Linseed oil
  • Turpentine
  • Stainless steel oil brush-washer
  • Stainless steel oil container
  • A4 hard cover sketchbook
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