Home›Art & Drawing›How to draw classes›Still Life Drawing & Painting Still Life Drawing & Painting BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Still Life Drawing Classes invite you to explore the art of rendering objects with care, precision, and creativity. Working with pencil, charcoal, ink, and watercolour, you’ll learn how to capture form, light, and texture through careful observation and expressive technique. This course is perfect for artists who want to sharpen their eye, develop composition skills, and experiment with colour and material. You’ll study a variety of still life arrangements – from everyday items to more intricate set-ups – while learning how to bring out their character, volume, and atmosphere. By the end, you’ll have built a personal sketchbook of studies, improved your technical drawing skills, and completed a final piece that reflects your unique style and voice. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE Draw with confidence and discover how everyday objects can become expressive studies in light, texture, colour and form. Train your eye to notice shape, proportion, surface detail and light Develop stronger composition skills through carefully arranged objects Learn how tone, shadow and colour can create depth and atmosphere Experiment with pencil, charcoal, ink and watercolour Begin developing a more personal artistic style and creative voice Build a sketchbook of still life studies across the course Complete a final piece that brings your skills and ideas together Observational Drawing Train your eye to observe shape, proportion, light and surface detail with greater care and accuracy. Light and Shadow Use tonal contrast, highlights and shadow to create the illusion of volume, depth and form. Composition Skills Explore how object placement, balance and arrangement can create more engaging still life drawings and paintings. Materials and Techniques Experiment with pencil, charcoal, ink and watercolour to discover different marks, textures and visual effects. Colour and Texture Build colour confidence while exploring realistic mixing, expressive brushwork and the surface qualities of objects. Final Still Life Piece Develop your studies into a final artwork that brings together observation, technique and your own creative style. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 12 Sep 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Tommy Ramsay City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 05 Dec 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 12 Sep 12 Sep 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Tommy Ramsay Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Dec 05 Dec 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Art Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Useful information Is this course suitable for beginners? This course is ideal for improvers and those with some experience, but beginners with a basic understanding of drawing are also welcome. Your tutor will provide individual support to suit your level. Do I need to bring my own materials? No, all materials are provided, including paper, pencils, charcoal, paint, and brushes. You’re welcome to bring your own sketchbook or favourite tools if you like. What mediums will we use? You’ll work with pencil, charcoal, ink, and watercolour. The course is designed to let you experiment with different tools and discover what suits your style. Will we be painting or just drawing? Both. While the course begins with drawing fundamentals, you’ll also explore colour theory and expressive brushwork using watercolour for your final pieces. Will I complete a finished artwork? Yes, alongside your studies and experiments, you’ll work toward a final drawing or painting that demonstrates your progress and personal style. What’s Next After This Course? If you’d like to continue developing your technique or explore different themes, your tutor may recommend one of the following follow-on courses: Drawing with Colour Speed Drawing Self-Portrait: Exploring Identity Drawing on Location Want to learn more? Continue developing your artistic skills with one of the courses below. Refine your drawing and painting techniques, explore new subjects and keep growing your creative practice. Painting the Figure Courses Self-Portrait: Expressing Identity How to Draw – Improvers 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 Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Tommy RamsayCity Academy Art Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 12 Sep 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Tommy Ramsay City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 05 Dec 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 12 Sep 12 Sep 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Tommy Ramsay Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Dec 05 Dec 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Art Tutors 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 'Still Life Drawing & Painting' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.(For more information please see our terms and conditions) 10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE 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. 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. Tommy Ramsay View Profile City Academy Art Tutors View Profile
