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Timetable
- Tuesday – Friday: 4:00–6:00 pm, 6:30–8:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00–11:00 am, 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 2:00–4:00 pm, 4:00–6:00 pm - Enrollment must be completed within 30 days of purchase.
- Note: To optimise your learning experience, we recommend booking a minimum of 2 consecutive lessons.
Price
12 Lessons (2 hrs each)
Course Content: Drawing
Duration: Complete within 3 months
Schedule:
Tuesday – Friday: 4:00–6:00 pm, 6:30–8:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00–11:00 am, 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 2:00–4:00 pm, 4:00–6:00 pm
Price: £327 + VAT (Save £36)
Drawing Course Overview
Immerse yourself in a comprehensive drawing course designed to introduce and refine classical drawing techniques practised by the Old Masters. This program begins with a foundational exploration of essential drawing materials and techniques, emphasising fundamental elements such as shape, line quality, and basic shading. Through guided lessons, students will advance to more complex practices, enabling them to complete refined, finished drawings while developing a discerning artistic eye.
By the end of the course, students will not only complete high-quality, polished drawings but also develop a keen, trained eye for observation and artistic precision.
Key Techniques Covered:
- Introduction to Drawing Materials and Techniques: Learn the essential tools and methods to build your artistic foundation.
- Shapes, Contour Drawing, and Gesture Drawing: Master the basics of form and dynamic line work.
- Line Quality and Basic Shading Studies: Develop sketches and observational studies that emphasise the subtleties of line and shadow.
- Compositional Studies: Explore techniques like negative space drawing to strengthen your compositional skills.
- Perspective and Proportions: Gain confidence in sighting, measuring, and achieving accurate proportions.
- Tonal Ranges and Shading Techniques: Master hatching, cross-hatching, blending, and scumbling to add depth and texture to your drawings.
- Advanced Techniques: Apply sfumato for seamless transitions and chiaroscuro to create dramatic light and shadow effects.
Price
12 Lessons (2 hrs each)
Course Content: Oil Painting
Duration: Complete within 3 months
Schedule:
Tuesday – Friday: 4:00–6:00 pm, 6:30–8:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00–11:00 am, 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 2:00–4:00 pm, 4:00–6:00 pm
Price: £356 + VAT (Save £40)
Oil Painting Course Overview:
This introduction oil painting course is designed to introduce students to essential materials and foundational techniques in oil painting while encouraging creativity and exploration. Join us to develop your technical skills and artistic confidence!
Throughout the course, participants will learn key concepts such as colour mixing, paint application, and blending techniques. Emphasis will be placed on experimentation and building confidence as students familiarise themselves with this versatile medium.
By the end of this course, students will have gained hands-on experience with various painting methods and will be equipped to develop their own artistic style.
Key Techniques Covered:
- Fundamentals of Oil Painting: An in-depth introduction to oil painting techniques and essential tools.
- Techniques and Skills:
- Developing underpaintings
- Glazing with mediums
- Impasto
- Grisaille
- Wet-on-wet (Alla Prima)
- Sgraffito
- Chiaroscuro
- Layering (fat over lean)
- Blending and grading
- Understanding Oil Paint Applications: Master the nuances of paint handling for different effects.
- Colour Mixing: Comprehensive training in creating and blending colours.
- Study of Old Masters: Gain inspiration from classic techniques and compositions.
- Compositional Strategies: Learn how to approach and frame various subjects and genres.
Price
12 Lessons (2 hrs each)
Course Content: Acrylic Painting
Duration: Complete within 3 months
Schedule:
Tuesday – Friday: 4:00–6:00 pm, 6:30–8:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00–11:00 am, 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 2:00–4:00 pm, 4:00–6:00 pm
Price: £356 + VAT (Save £40)
Acrylic Course Overview
Dive into the versatile world of acrylic painting with this comprehensive course designed for artists of all skill levels. Students will be introduced to essential materials and fundamental techniques, covering everything from colour mixing to paint application and blending. As participants gain confidence, they will be encouraged to experiment with mark-making and explore their creative potential. Inspired by the techniques of the Old Masters, this course will guide students through compositional strategies and modern practices to enhance their painting skills.
By the end of this course, students will not only have created multiple artworks but also developed a thorough understanding of acrylic painting techniques and the confidence to continue exploring their artistic journey.
Key Techniques Covered:
- Introduction to Materials and Tools: Familiarise yourself with essential acrylic painting supplies.
- Foundational Techniques: Build a strong base with basic application and blending methods.
- Colour Mixing Mastery: Learn to create rich and dynamic palettes.
- Paint Application and Blending: Develop smooth transitions and bold textures.
- Focus on Old Masters’ Techniques: Draw inspiration from historical approaches and apply them to your work.
- Compositional Skills: Understand how to structure your paintings for maximum impact.
- Experimental Mark-Making: Practice unique strokes and methods as you grow more comfortable with the medium.
- Advanced Techniques:
- Glazing for luminous layers,
- Sgraffito for intricate line work,
- Underpainting to establish depth,
- Impasto for textured, three-dimensional effects,
- Layering to create visual depth,
- Colour Blocking to set strong foundations.
Price
12 Lessons (2 hrs each)
Course Content: Watercolour Painting
Duration: Complete within 3 months
Schedule:
Tuesday – Friday: 4:00–6:00 pm, 6:30–8:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00–11:00 am, 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 2:00–4:00 pm, 4:00–6:00 pm
Price: £356 + VAT (Save £40)
Watercolour Course Overview:
Discover the timeless art of watercolour painting with a course inspired by the techniques of the Old Masters. This program begins with an introduction to essential materials and foundational watercolour methods, guiding students through colour mixing and the creation of various edges and textures. As the course progresses, students will develop and refine these techniques to build confidence and artistic skills. Engaging in discussions of historical and contemporary watercolour masters will inspire and enrich the learning experience, informing the students’ own creative growth.
By the end of this course, students will have developed a solid understanding of watercolour fundamentals, completed well-executed pieces, and gained the skills and knowledge needed to continue their artistic journey confidently.
Key Techniques Covered:
- Introduction to Watercolour Materials and Techniques: Learn the essential tools and methods to create a solid foundation.
- Line Quality and Basic Shading Studies: Create sketches and observational studies focusing on line work and shading.
- Colour Mixing: Master the art of blending colour to achieve a dynamic range of hues.
- Creating Edges and Textures: Explore techniques to create soft, hard, and blended edges.
- Core Watercolour Techniques: Wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, dry brush, glazing, and scumbling.
- Gradients and Washes: Learn how to create smooth colour transitions and atmospheric backgrounds.
- Negative Painting: Understand how to paint around the subject to make it stand out.
- Layering Techniques: Build depth and complexity through strategic layering.
- Studying Historical and Contemporary Masters: Gain insights from notable watercolourists, enriching your artistic approach.
ADVANTAGES
ADVANTAGES
Benefits of Our Art Courses
- Creative Expression: Our courses foster creativity by allowing students to explore drawing and painting, promoting artistic growth.
- Skill Development: Students gain proficiency in drawing, watercolour, and acrylics, while studying subjects like still life, landscapes, and portraits.
- Confidence Building: Designed to enhance self-esteem, encourage creative thinking, and improve observational skills.
- Academic Support: We assist with school projects, GCSE art, A-levels, and foundation degrees, including scholarship and competition preparation.
Unparalleled Expertise, Exceptional Results
- Learn from the Best: Our tutors are trained at top institutions such as the Royal College of Art, École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and Central Saint Martins. They help students refine their technique and build a professional portfolio.
Additional Opportunities
- Outdoor & Museum Workshops: Enjoy en plein air workshops at Kew Gardens, Regent's Park, and Hampstead Heath, plus educational sessions at leading London museums and galleries.
- Portfolio Development: Strengthen your child’s portfolio for higher education applications.
- Yearly Student Show: Celebrate your child's progress by showcasing their artwork.
Long-Term Personalised Study Plan
- Flexible Learning Paths: After completing a package, you can rebook or choose new packages to focus on specific techniques. This approach ensures continued skill development and provides a supportive environment for creative expression.
Certificates of Completion:
- Receive certificates for 40 and 60-lesson courses, and a chance to be shortlisted for our yearly student show.
Tailored Study Plans for Success
Embark on your artistic adventure with a personalised touch. In your first lesson, engage in an introductory session with a dedicated art tutor who will assess your focus areas and skill level. This initial interaction enables the creation of a bespoke Study Plan, guiding your art course structure to maximise results.
Study with the World-leading Art Tutors
Our tutors have exceptional skills and unparalleled experience when it comes to advising students for their portfolios. they honed their valuable skills and trained at some of the most prestigious institutions in the world, including the Royal College of Art and the Royal Academy of Arts, the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Central Saint Martins College of Art, Chelsea College of Art, Bartlett School of Architecture, and Goldsmith College of Art in London, the Athens Academy in Greece and the Florence Academy of Art. They exhibit their work in the UK as well as internationally, and have appeared in various publications and programs, including those of the BBC. These qualities guarantee the high success rate our students achieve in entering the programmes of their choice.
The extraordinary efforts of the art tutors ensure that the organisation can continuously deliver bespoke cutting-edge art tuition for students both on-site at our London art studio, Sunny Art Centre or remotely online.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
OFFICE OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Fri: 10:00- 18:00
TUBE
Covent Garden: Picadilly Line
Holborn: Central Line/Picadilly Line
BUSES
Aldwych Kingsway ( Stop F )
Buses: 1,68,91,168,188,N1,N68,N91,N171,SL6
CAR PARKS
Lincoln's Inn Fields Car Park (Open 24/7)
Urban Parking Shelton Street (Open 24/7)
NCP London Covent Garden (Open 24/7)
Intelli-Park Covent Garden (Open 24/7)
