Learn to paint the figure both nude and clothed in acrylics and water-based oil paint in our dedicated art studio in Central London, under the guidance of professional art practitioners.
During our Painting the Figure courses you will learn to work with new materials, master paint handling, and 'alla prima' techniques, learn about tonal values, colour, and how to represent textures of skin and fabrics. There will also be discussion on relevant artists such as Freud, Degas, and Schiele.
Having mastered a foundation of techniques, you will work on a longer pose over the last two sessions of the art lesson under the guidance of professional art tutors. You will be encouraged to find an emotive aspect to your work, and develop your own approach and response to painting the figure.
Painting the Figure Courses - content
Based in our dedicated Central London art studio, on this course you will;
- Work on observational drawing
- Study proportion, scale, space, tone, and perspective
- Develop and create a limited palette
- Work at an easel and feel confident with your standing technique
- Learn to sketch with graphite, charcoal, and pastels
- Learn colour mixing and brush techniques
- Paint a variety of life models both nude and clothed
- Explore creating the texture of fabrics on the canvas
- Take part in an end of course group crit presentation
Where
Based in our dedicated art studio in Central London
Training
Learn from professional artists and experienced art practitioners
Level
Suitable for students who have completed a life drawing course or with some previous art and drawing experience
Equipment
Basic materials provided including acrylics & water-based oil paint.
CLASSES STARTING SOON
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 18 Mar 2025 - 15 Apr 2025 | Tue | 18:45-21:15 | 5 weeks | Lawrence Francis Crane | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £215.00 | Book Now Click the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 6 Aug 2025 - 3 Sep 2025 | Wed | 18:45-21:15 | 5 weeks | City Academy Art Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £215.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 18 Mar 2025 - 15 Apr 2025 | Tue | 18:45-21:15 | 5 weeks | Lawrence Francis Crane | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £215.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 6 Aug 2025 - 3 Sep 2025 | Wed | 18:45-21:15 | 5 weeks | City Academy Art Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £215.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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PAYMENT OPTIONS
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .
CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
INDUSTRY TUTORS
City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 18 Mar 2025 - 15 Apr 2025 | Tue | 18:45-21:15 | 5 weeks | Lawrence Francis Crane | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £215.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 6 Aug 2025 - 3 Sep 2025 | Wed | 18:45-21:15 | 5 weeks | City Academy Art Tutors | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £215.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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PAYMENT OPTIONS
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .
CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
INDUSTRY TUTORS
City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
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City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill
City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill,
All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.
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