Home›Art & Drawing›How to draw classes›How to Draw – Beginners How to Draw - Beginners BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our How to Draw for Beginners course is a relaxed and welcoming space where you can explore drawing from the very beginning. Whether you’ve never picked up a pencil or want to refresh your skills, this course offers a playful yet structured introduction to key drawing techniques and materials. You’ll experiment with pencil, charcoal, and graphite while learning to capture simple still-life compositions. Along the way, you’ll gain confidence, refine your technique, and discover how enjoyable and meditative drawing can be. No pressure. No experience required. Just time and space to focus, unwind, and express yourself through art. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Each session is designed to build your skills step by step, while keeping things relaxed and accessible. During the course, you will: Begin with warm-up sketches to loosen up and explore mark-making Learn to draw from observation using simple still-life set-ups Understand basic proportions and perspective Explore light and shadow to bring your drawings to life Experiment with pencil, charcoal and pastels – and how they each behave on paper Discover different techniques for texture, tone, and shading Receive ongoing feedback and guidance from your tutor to support your progress By the end of the course, you’ll feel more confident using a range of drawing tools and have a clearer idea of where to take your creativity next. BENEFITS OF TAKING THIS COURSE Whether you're looking for a creative outlet, a mindful break from your routine, or simply a chance to try something new, this course offers more than just technical skills. It's about giving yourself time to slow down, explore, and enjoy the process of making art – no pressure, no experience needed. Here’s what you’ll take away: Relax and recharge: A calm, creative space away from your busy week Explore new materials: Try drawing with charcoal, pencil, graphite and pastels Grow in confidence: Learn techniques you can continue to practise at home Supportive guidance: Get individual feedback from an experienced tutor No pressure to be perfect: Learn at your own pace, in a friendly, non-judgemental setting Build a foundation: Gain the key skills needed to progress to more advanced drawing or painting classes 🎭 LOOSEN YOUR HAND AND CLEAR YOUR MIND Start each session with short, playful exercises that help you relax, warm up your hand, and experiment with different types of mark-making. 🎓 LEARN TP SEE LIKE AN ARTIST Practise sketching real objects through structured still-life set-ups – a great way to train your eye and translate what you see onto the page. ⚙️ MAKE YOUR DRAWINGS COME ALIVE Discover how to add dimension and drama using tonal contrast. Learn where to place highlights, midtones and shadows for realistic form. 👉 EXPREMENT WITH DIFFERENT TOOLS Use pencil, charcoal and pastels to explore line, texture, and pressure. Understand how each medium behaves and how to combine them effectively. 🙂 LEARN WITH SUPORT Your tutor will give you individual feedback as you go, helping you improve and guiding you through any creative blocks. USEFUL INFORMATION 1 Do I need any previous drawing experience? No experience is necessary. This course is designed for complete beginners or those looking to revisit the fundamentals. 2 What materials do I need to bring? Nothing at all – all materials including paper, charcoal, pastels and pencils will be provided. Just bring your curiosity! 3 Will it be messy? Drawing with charcoal and pastel can be a bit messy, so we recommend wearing washable clothes. We’ll also have a few protective aprons available for anyone coming straight from work. 4 What will I be drawing? You’ll work primarily from still-life objects, which will vary week to week. This helps you build observation skills and apply different techniques. 5 Is this course suitable if I lack confidence in my drawing? Absolutely. This is a beginner-friendly course where making mistakes is part of the learning process. You’ll be supported every step of the way. 6 What can I do after this course? Your tutor will advise you on next steps based on your interests and progress. Popular options include continuing with our Drawing Techniques (Improvers) course, or trying something new such as: Drawing on Location Still Life Drawing Speed Drawing Drawing with Colour Self-Portrait: Exploring Identity Abstract Art: Colour, Texture & Form Introduction to Painting YOUR ART SUPPLIES City Academy's art studio has everything you need to get creative. All materials, including paper, brushes and other art supplies, will be provided. BENEFITS OF ART CLASSES YOU COULD TRY If you like this class, you may also be interested in: Portrait Drawing Lessons SEE ALL CLASSES ENJOY WITH FRIENDS OR COLLEAGUES City Academy delivers bespoke workshops for groups and teams! Enjoy this course at a time and place to suit you. Whether you're a group of friends or a team looking for a creative activity, get in touch to explore ideas today. 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Whether you're a group of friends or a team looking for a creative activity, get in touch to explore ideas today. ENQUIRE City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions YOUR ART SUPPLIES City Academy's art studio has everything you need to get creative. All materials, including paper, brushes and other art supplies, will be provided. BENEFITS OF ART CLASSES YOU COULD TRY If you like this class, you may also be interested in: Portrait Drawing Lessons SEE ALL CLASSES ENJOY WITH FRIENDS OR COLLEAGUES City Academy delivers bespoke workshops for groups and teams! Enjoy this course at a time and place to suit you. Whether you're a group of friends or a team looking for a creative activity, get in touch to explore ideas today. ENQUIRE 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. Khaoula Karaweigh View Profile Tommy Ramsay View Profile Stephen Nicholas View Profile Jack Kinsman View Profile Dominic Kennedy View Profile Jodi Holmes View Profile Lawrence Francis Crane View Profile City Academy Art Tutors View Profile YOUR ART SUPPLIES City Academy's art studio has everything you need to get creative. All materials, including paper, brushes and other art supplies, will be provided. BENEFITS OF ART CLASSES YOU COULD TRY If you like this class, you may also be interested in: Portrait Drawing Lessons SEE ALL CLASSES ENJOY WITH FRIENDS OR COLLEAGUES City Academy delivers bespoke workshops for groups and teams! Enjoy this course at a time and place to suit you. Whether you're a group of friends or a team looking for a creative activity, get in touch to explore ideas today. ENQUIRE
