By Phoebe GriffithsIn this story:
- Play with colours at a freeing fluid art class — Mayfair, Battersea, West End
- Fill up your cup at this soothing wine and watercolour workshop – Battersea
- Take to the streets with an exciting graffiti tour and art class – Central London
- Paint your favourite furry friend at an adorable pet portraiture class – West End, Mayfair
- Let your hair down at this tipsy sip and paint party – Shoreditch
- Set sail on a creative journey with portraiture painting class on a boat! – Canary Wharf
- Go digital with your art and explore the sights at this smartphone safari photography class – Chinatown, Soho
We all need to let loose every now and then – yes, even you! So why not come along and experience the one-of-a-kind joy of splashing colourful paint around at one of our fun art classes in London?
Art offers a cathartic experience where you can express yourself freely. Not only that, but it also gives you the opportunity to relax, switch off from life’s worries and most importantly, enjoy yourself.
If you’ve been looking to introduce a little more enjoyment to your life lately and have found yourself searching for fun things to do in London, it’s time to give your local art classes a go. You’d be surprised at the smiles and laughter that simply getting creative can provide.
Treat yourself to a tipsy paint and sip, learn relaxing watercolour techniques or get lost in a trance at a mesmerising fluid art class – the arty opportunities are endless, and they’re just around the corner too!
Ready to get paint-covered? We’ve rounded up our favourite London art classes for when you simply fancy having a bit of fun…
1. Play with colours at a freeing fluid art class — Mayfair, Battersea, West End
Bring some colour back into your life with this addictive acrylic paint pouring class. With plenty of satisfying gooey paint goodness to feast your eyes on, this art class makes for the perfect soul food.
During this one-of-a-kind art course in London, you’ll be invited into a warm and friendly studio to learn the secrets of mixing acrylic paints before discovering how to pour them carefully to create stunning abstract works of art. The best part about this special class is that you don’t have to be an old hand at fine art, as anyone can give it a go and create instant jaw-dropping outcomes. Sign us up!
2. Fill up your cup at this soothing wine and watercolour workshop – Battersea
Feel your tension melt away as sip, dip and stroke at this seriously soothing watercolour class. With a topped-up glass of vino (or beverage of choice) by your side, you can allow yourself to truly unwind as you enjoy the calming wonders of watercolour painting. Learn the techniques from a talented local artist and catch up with friends in a relaxed social setting – it’s the perfect alternative to the exhausted after-work pub session.
3. Take to the streets with an exciting graffiti tour and art class – Central London
Fancy letting out your stress with some spray cans and a bare wall? Of course, you do! This fun street art class and tour will guide you through the ins and outs of London’s graffiti scene whilst also showing you a few tricks and techniques so you can channel your inner Banksy. It’s the perfect creative outlet for all those pent up emotions!
4. Paint your favourite furry friend at an adorable pet portraiture class – West End, Mayfair
Got a cuddly fluffy friend you’d like to immortalise? Bring along a pic of your best pal to this pet portraiture painting class and get set to recreate their essence on the canvas with the guidance of a talented artist. At the end of this unique painting workshop in London, you’ll walk away with a beautiful DIY decor addition for your home or the perfect thoughtful gift for a friend or family member.
5. Let your hair down at this tipsy sip and paint party – Shoreditch
Blow off some steam at this music-filled sip n’ paint and enjoy a party atmosphere combined with creative fun. If you’re looking for fun things to do in London on a Friday night or perhaps some London date ideas that don’t involve dinner and a movie, say hello to this paint party in Shoreditch. When it comes to finding an arty experience that’s the complete opposite to your school days art lessons, you really can’t beat this option!
6. Set sail on a creative journey with portraiture painting class on a boat! – Canary Wharf
Ok, so you might not be setting sail out onto the seven seas, but you will be painting away on a cosy Dutch barge houseboat – pretty cool, right? This art class with a twist will focus on teaching you important portraiture tricks and techniques whilst you sit comfortably on the plush interiors of a gorgeous boat. As you gently float, you’ll be guided from start to finish as you paint either your loved one who you’ve brought along for the ride or a beautiful picture of your choice. If you’re looking for arty and cute date night ideas in London, don’t hesitate to give this unique and romantic option a go!
7. Go digital with your art and explore the sights at this smartphone safari photography class – Chinatown, Soho
If painting isn’t really your thing, why not swap the brush for your iPhone camera and discover the magical art of photography whilst exploring the sights and sounds of Chinatown? This London photography class will show you how to capture and edit breathtaking images straight from your smartphone! If you’ve ever fancied stepping up your Instagram game, this is your chance…
Runs regularly
Hammersmith
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1 to 50 guests
5 years in business
