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Building Portrait Drawing Workshop

Take 90 minutes to learn how to draw your favourite building!

AnnaObert Illustration

5.0 (139)

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1.5 hours

1 to 5 (public classes), 1 to 3 (private) (private classes)

£50 - £55 (£50 for Weekdays; £55 for Weekends)

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Overview

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What you'll do

In this exciting workshop, you will learn how to create stunning building portraits with just pencil and paper. No technical architectural skills needed! Instead, I will guide you through the process of transforming your drawing into a two-dimensional illustration that truly captures the essence of the building.

Don't worry if you're a beginner - this class is designed to be welcoming for all skill levels. I understand that starting something new can be intimidating, but fear not! I'll be there every step of the way to ensure you feel comfortable and supported.

To make things even easier, all materials are included, so you can simply show up and let your creativity flow. And as a bonus, you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while you work, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Oh, and let's not forget the music playing in the background - it's all about creating the perfect ambience for creativity to flourish.

Before attending the workshop, the only decision you need to make is which building you would like to draw. Remember, it's best to choose a building that suits your skill level, so you can fully enjoy the experience of bringing it to life on paper.

If you're eager to take your drawing to the next level by adding color, you'll be pleased to know that painting lessons are also available. Simply let me know if you'd like to explore this option, and I'll be more than happy to arrange it for you.

By the end of this class, you'll not only have a beautiful building portrait to take home, but also newfound confidence in your artistic abilities. So come along, embrace your creativity, and let's turn your ideas into stunning illustrations together. See you there!

What you'll get

Pencils, rubber, professional watercolour paper 300 gsm for final project.

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Recent reviews of Building Portrait Drawing Workshop

5/5 from Elizabeth Tessier, attended Apr 2026: Anna is an excellent teacher. She was very clear on ways to improve my painting, particularly with color mixing and composition. I learned a lot and really enjoyed the session.
5/5 from Emily Harmon, attended Mar 2026: Came away with a really lovely building portrait and tips and tricks for how to do them on my own. Definitely want to book the watercolour course next :) Thanks!
5/5 from Christopher Robert Gwillym, attended Jan 2026: Anna was a very good teacher and I enjoyed her class very much.
5/5 from Donna Kandil, attended Dec 2025: Steps were easy and clear, and instructor was awesomely friendly, I would definitely go again for one of her future workshops.
5/5 from Camila Dudley (Nee Saunders), attended Sep 2025: Really enjoyable class and I came away with a drawing of my house which I was really pleased with - good enough to put on a wall!
5/5 from Susie Gervolino, attended Aug 2025: This class was amazing! Anna is a fabulous teacher. I didn’t know how much I’d be able to get done in the session- but with Anna’s expertise, I was able to create a piece of art that I will cherish dearly (not to mention learning a new medium!). If you are thinking about taking this class, absolutely do it.
5/5 from Anna Duchene, attended Aug 2025: I highly recommend this class! Anna's warm and welcoming energy instantly made me feel comfortable in her home studio. She began by showing a few examples from her portfolio to help me get started and pick a photo to work from. Anna shared helpful tips and clear guidance as I worked. And though I wasn't able to complete my building portrait in the allotted 90 min, I'm leaving with a bit more confidence to add the finishing touches independently. If you're hoping to try out a new artistic technique in a laid back environment, this class is for you!
5/5 from Lauren Harris, attended Jul 2025: An amazing morning with Anna at her beautiful studio. Surrounded by lots of inspirational art, in a relaxed setting. Anna broke down every step of building illustration, and I ended the session with a completed outline that I didn’t think I’d be able to achieve. Looking forward to another session to add the watercolour.
5/5 from Emma Webster, attended Apr 2025: Lovely teacher who showed some approaches to illustrating I hadn’t considered before.
5/5 from Ranhee Kim, attended Feb 2025: Teacher is so kind! Her teaching is easy and clear, so anyone can realize the building brought to the class on the drawing sheet!! 100% satisfied and so happy to have my first gorgeous drawing!!
5/5 from Fadwa Almutlaq, attended Feb 2025: Excellent class. Anna is so lovely and creates a very relaxing and friendly atmosphere! I genuinely enjoyed it and learnt a lot about perspective when sketching.
5/5 from Liam Motloni, attended Jan 2025: Anna is a fantastic teacher! We were really surprised at how much progress we were able to make in such a short amount of time, and Anna's guidance ensured that we had really high quality pieces to take home with us. We will be back for another class soon!
5/5 from Helene E, attended Nov 2024: A wonderful drawing session with a really talented artist. I strongly recommend and I hope I can treat myself soon to a watercolour session with her! Thank you Anna.
5/5 from Wendy Sharpe, attended May 2024: Anna was lovely and had really great instructions for absolute no-natural-talent novices like us. My 13 year old son and I were delighted with our illustrations and wouldnt hesitate to do another class with Anna.
5/5 from Jon Steinback, attended Apr 2024: It was a really wonderful class, and I was pretty blown away by how good the drawing at the end was (thanks to her expert guidance)!
5/5 from Sandy Kwok, attended Apr 2024: A truly enjoyable experience with a genuine and friendly art teacher :) will recommend. The teacher will guide you step by step and the result doesn’t disappoint.
5/5 from Eliza Keogh, attended Apr 2024: This was a really enjoyable session, Anna was a great and relaxed teacher and very helpful!
5/5 from Louise Ridereau, attended Mar 2024: Good advices and interesting classes. I will probably book the watercolour one. Thanks a lot
5/5 from Caitlin Bartie, attended Mar 2024: I thoroughly enjoyed my time here, and I learnt so much! I would happily go again.
5/5 from Alison Wrigley, attended Feb 2024: We had a really lovely morning learning to draw buildings. Teacher was able to spend time one-on-one with each of us to give specific advice and guidance that we'll be able to use in future. The environment was relaxed with background music and hot drinks provided, so it was a perfect activity!
5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Oct 2023: Another amazing class with Anna and I would not recommend her class enough. I found it difficult to do it on my own before the class but feel so much more confident now. Thanks a lot!
5/5 from Dee Khalid, attended Jul 2023: I had an absolutely amazing experience with this drawing class! The teacher was not only friendly but also incredibly patient and knowledgeable. She guided me step by step throughout the process, allowing me to create a truly beautiful piece of art. The class took place in a very nice location and setup which added to the overall ambiance. Thanks to her expert guidance, I now have the skills and techniques needed to recreate this on my own. I highly recommend her classes for anyone looking to enhance their artistic abilities!