Tutored Life Drawing Course London

Enjoy an atelier-style figure study with professional guidance at this London life drawing and painting class.



2 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests

  £30 - £40 (£30 for Life Drawing; £33 for Life Drawing with Materials; £35 for Life Painting; £40 for Life Painting with Materials)
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Join a relaxed and friendly life drawing and painting class in the heart of Covent Garden, guided by a professional tutor each week. Whether you're completely new or already have some experience, this class helps you enjoy the process, build confidence, and steadily improve your skills.
Unlike most public life drawing sessions, our classes run in a unique 8-week figure study cycle, working with the same professional model and a longer pose across multiple weeks. This gives you the rare opportunity to develop your drawing or painting gradually, improve proportions and anatomy, and see real progress — while still being able to drop in at any point.
Each session begins with short warm-up poses to loosen up and sharpen observation, followed by a longer pose where you can take your time developing your work. You’re welcome to work at your own pace and in your preferred medium.
You can choose to work with:
  • Charcoal and pencil for drawing
  • Acrylic or watercolour for painting
Classes are kept small (maximum 10 students), so everyone receives personal guidance in a calm and welcoming studio atmosphere. Many students come for relaxation, creative focus, and the joy of learning in a supportive environment.
You’re welcome to join for a single drop-in session, or continue attending to follow the full 8-week cycle if you’d like deeper progress. Longer study options are also available — just ask us in the studio.

Upcoming dates for Tutored Life Drawing Course London

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 11:18am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

65 upcoming dates between 6 Oct 2026 and 28 Dec 2027.

  • Tue 6 Oct 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 13 Oct 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 20 Oct 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 27 Oct 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 3 Nov 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 10 Nov 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
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  • Tue 1 Dec 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
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  • Tue 15 Dec 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 22 Dec 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 29 Dec 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 5 Jan 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
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  • Tue 30 Mar 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
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  • Tue 27 Apr 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 4 May 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
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  • Tue 25 May 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 1 Jun 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 8 Jun 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 15 Jun 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 22 Jun 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 29 Jun 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 6 Jul 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 13 Jul 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 20 Jul 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 27 Jul 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 3 Aug 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 10 Aug 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 17 Aug 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 24 Aug 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 31 Aug 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 7 Sep 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 14 Sep 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 21 Sep 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 28 Sep 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 5 Oct 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 12 Oct 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 19 Oct 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 26 Oct 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 2 Nov 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 9 Nov 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 16 Nov 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 23 Nov 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 30 Nov 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 7 Dec 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 14 Dec 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 21 Dec 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Tue 28 Dec 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
What you'll get
The experience of being in an atelier style life drawing class. Materials can be included depending on your ticket, and you can take home anything you create during the class.
Knowledge required
This class requires no prior experience!
What to bring
You have the choice to bring your own materials or purchase from us.

FAQ

Do I have to start at the beginning of the 8-week block?
No. Students are welcome to join at any point in the 8-week cycle. Because the class is fully tutored with individual instruction, the tutor will guide you based on your current level and help you integrate into the ongoing pose study.
What if I miss a class?
That’s absolutely fine. You can simply continue the following week and progress at your own pace. There is no penalty for missing a session, and the tutor will help you refocus when you return.
Why do you use the same model and pose for 8 weeks?
This is part of our classical atelier-style training approach. Working from the same pose over several weeks allows students to: Improve proportion and structure Refine anatomy and form Develop more finished drawings or paintings Correct mistakes over time This method is commonly used in professional art academies and is rare in public life drawing classes in London.
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Is this class suitable for beginners?
Yes. Beginners receive guidance on: - Measuring and proportion - Gesture and basic structure - Shading and simple form - More advanced students receive deeper anatomical and compositional feedback, so all levels benefit in the same session.
Can I choose between drawing and painting?
Yes. You may focus on: - Drawing (charcoal and pencil), or - Painting (acrylic or watercolour) The tutor will give medium-specific advice depending on your choice.
Is this a social “drink and draw” session?
No. This is a serious, skills-focused, fully tutored art class designed to help students build strong foundations in figure drawing and painting.
Location

Sunny Art Academy - Sunny Art Centre, Kemble Street, London

We are located on Kemble Street, look for the black railing with potted plants, go through the black gate and down the stairs.

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  • 5/5 from Marisa Matey, attended Jun 2026: Martin was amazing, he spent the first 20 min explaining the basics (I’ve never done life drawing), and it allowed me to enjoy the rest of the class. Thoroughly recommend it!
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As a leader in art education, Sunny Art Centre has become a preferred destination for studying fine art in London. Our Centre is renowned for its high-quality tuition, classical foundations, and innovative teaching practices.
We’ve proudly delivered workshops and bespoke art courses for prestigious institutions such as the National Gallery, Royal Academy of Arts, Southbank Centre, BBC, ITV, and more.
Our dedicated team of tutors continually brings in cutting-edge methods and techniques—helping students of all backgrounds develop their artistic skills while reinforcing the Centre’s reputation as one of London’s top art schools.
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