Classical Drawing
Classical Drawing
10 Week Part Time Course
Course Details
Course Requirements
No previous experience necessary
Course Attendance
10 week course (with half-day option or 5-day Introduction)
One class every Friday
Class Duration
6 hours plus 1 hour lunch break
Class Capacity
Max 8 Students
Class Tutor
Laura Blakely
Course Fee:
£700 - Pay upfront or monthly (£350 for 5 -day or half day introduction option)
Course Description
Drawing is essential to be an accurate painter, and these classes will teach you how to draw in a representational style (as it looks in life). Using proven methods that were employed by the old master artists of the Renaissance, you will learn various graphite and charcoal application techniques to develop a high level of draftsmanship.
What you will learn
How to analyse and create the steps to create accurate drawings
The importance of learning how to see, to draw representationally
How to get proportional accuracy, shape, true values and mass
Complete a series of Barque drawing studies (2D study reference)
Progress onto chiaroscuro techniques from simple classical plaster casts and still life (3D study reference)
Experience sight-sized studies to cultivate a general competency for realistic drawing.
Five days drawing from life with portrait models
Student Testimonials
“I’ve completed the drawing course and can honestly say that I am so grateful to have found this school. The tuition is inspiring, supportive, and I never imagined I would progress this far. You require patience, but I now understand why learning to draw is the key to learning to paint.”
“I wanted to learn to draw ‘properly’. I wanted to be able to progress and paint portraits in oils. I’m still very much a beginner, however, have accomplished my first personal portrait project in oils. It is truly amazing how my ability and confidence has grown. If you want to learn portraiture, go to the Classical Art Academy. It is a caring and nurturing family of artists and students ”
Book Your Course
Available Dates
Winter Course: January 2024 to March 2024
Spring Course: April 2024 to June 2024
Summer Course: Not available. Please see our Masterclasses
Autumn Course: September 2024 to November 2024
Got question?
We’re here to help. Please take a look at our FAQ’s or feel free to contact us
Course FAQ's
Who is this course suitable for?
Anyone aged 10 and over
Are any materials included?
We do provide the paper and you will require an HB drawing pencil or technical pencil, putty rubber and possibly some willow charcoal. The class Tutor will guide you on which oil paints, brushes and canvases to purchase for best quality and price when you are ready to paint.
Can I skip this drawing course and go straight to painting?
No, this drawing course is essential. However, if it becomes clear you would benefit from progressing into painting during this course we can switch you over as it is the same class times as the painting.
I am an experienced artist, is this course right for me?
Yes, as artists we all have different types of education, experience and styles. Many professional artists have found this classical method incredibly valuable to their work. Feel free to discuss your individual situation with us directly.
I’m doing GCSE/A’Level Art/ building a portfolio, will this course be helpful?
Yes, learning to draw is a huge help and confidence boost to the national curriculum. We will happily support students to build their portfolios.