Home›Art & Drawing›Painting Courses›How to Paint Classes – Improvers How to Paint Classes - Improvers BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS If you have tried your hand at painting but still feel like there is a lot of ground to cover, our How to Paint Classes - Improvers is perfect for you. This lively art course is not for absolute beginners, but great if you have done some painting before and want to build on what you have learnt, or if you want a refresher course and improve your technique. Using environmentally friendly, water-mixable oil paints our experienced tutors will give practical demonstrations. You will learn how to mix and apply oil paints, and be guided through all aspects, from getting started on a blank canvas to creating a series of exciting paintings. Along the way you’ll study and compare techniques used by different artists to help develop and support your progress. New to painting? If you're completely new to painting, our How to Paint Beginners course is the perfect place to start. You'll learn the essential techniques, materials and colour skills needed to paint with confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment. Once you've built a strong foundation, you'll be ready to progress onto this course and continue developing your own creative style. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE More than the next step in your acting journey, this is your opportunity to deepen your craft, build confidence and create more truthful, connected performances. Build on your foundation: Develop more refined acting techniques Expand your comfort zone: Challenge yourself with both spontaneous and scripted work Learn from professionals: All tutors are working actors and directors Broaden your technique: Explore multiple acting methods to find what works for you Enhance life skills: Acting improves communication, confidence, and creativity - valuable in and out of the spotlight Prepare for progression: Get ready for advanced-level classes or audition-based projects Portrait Composition Learn how to plan and compose a portrait, helping you place the head and features with greater confidence. Likeness and Structure Explore techniques for capturing likeness, proportion and facial structure in a clear, approachable way. Colour and Tone Use colour, tone and contrast to create depth, form and personality within your portrait paintings. Brush Techniques Develop practical brush techniques that support shape, texture, detail and expressive mark-making. Painting the Face Break down the face into manageable stages, building confidence as you develop your portrait from first marks to final details. Tutor Feedback Receive supportive guidance throughout the course to help you improve technique and grow your confidence as a portrait painter. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 30 Aug 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 14 Sep 2026 - 12 Oct 2026 Mon 18:45-21:15 5 weeks Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £225.00 Book Now 25 Oct 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 28 Nov 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 20 Dec 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Carl Randalll City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 30 Aug 30 Aug 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 14 Sep 14 Sep 2026 - 12 Oct 2026 £225.00 Day:Mon Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 25 Oct 25 Oct 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 28 Nov 28 Nov 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 20 Dec 20 Dec 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Carl Randalll Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Your Art Supplies City Academy's art studio has everything you need to get creative. 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BENEFITS OF ART CLASSES Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Stephen NicholasCarl Randalll Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 30 Aug 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 14 Sep 2026 - 12 Oct 2026 Mon 18:45-21:15 5 weeks Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £225.00 Book Now 25 Oct 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 28 Nov 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Stephen Nicholas City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 20 Dec 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Carl Randalll City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 30 Aug 30 Aug 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 14 Sep 14 Sep 2026 - 12 Oct 2026 £225.00 Day:Mon Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 25 Oct 25 Oct 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 28 Nov 28 Nov 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Stephen Nicholas Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 20 Dec 20 Dec 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Carl Randalll Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'How to Paint Classes – Improvers' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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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) City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions 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. Stephen Nicholas View Profile 👤 Carl Randalll View Profile
