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Art Taster

Art Taster

Unleash your inner artist in our friendly and supportive Art Taster Class. Whether you’re new to drawing, revisiting a past passion or seeking a new creative outlet, this relaxed and friendly session will help you explore your artistic potential.

You’ll enjoy a practical, hands-on art lesson guided by one of our experienced tutors, who will help you find your starting point and encourage your own creative expression. It’s also the perfect opportunity to experience our teaching style before enrolling on one of our many Art courses.

If you are looking to learn more techniques then why not enrol on one of our Beginners Art and Drawing courses and develop your skills further today?

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS TASTER

Explore your artistic potential and enjoy a relaxed introduction to drawing in a friendly studio setting.

  • Try drawing in a relaxed, beginner-friendly environment
  • Build confidence making marks, experimenting with materials and expressing ideas visually
  • Experience City Academy’s teaching style before joining a longer art course
  • Explore pencil, charcoal and pastels through practical exercises
  • Learn the foundations of structure, composition and shape
  • Receive friendly guidance and feedback from an experienced tutor
  • Enjoy a creative session with all materials provided
  • Use the taster as a springboard into How to Draw, How to Paint or other beginner art courses

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
15 Sep 2026
Tue
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
30 Sep 2026
Wed
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
16 Oct 2026
Fri
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
29 Oct 2026
Thu
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
02 Nov 2026
Mon
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
15
Sep
15 Sep 2026
£20.00
Day:Tue
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
30
Sep
30 Sep 2026
£20.00
Day:Wed
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
16
Oct
16 Oct 2026
£20.00
Day:Fri
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Barbara Beyer
29
Oct
29 Oct 2026
£20.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Jodi Holmes
02
Nov
02 Nov 2026
£20.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Jodi Holmes

USEFUL INFORMATION

What is an Art Taster Class?
A one-off, beginner-friendly art session designed to introduce you to drawing techniques and creative approaches, giving you a sense of what it’s like to learn art at City Academy.
Why try a taster?
Try out a taster to experience a short sample of a class, giving you the confidence to take your next step in art while offering a fun and inspiring creative experience. You’ll work in a safe and supportive environment, enjoy a taste of our professional teaching approach, receive personal guidance from an experienced tutor, connect with others who share your interest in art, and build skills you can apply in future creative projects.
Do I need any art experience?
No, the class is perfect for complete beginners, as well as those who want to refresh their skills after time away from art.
Do I need to bring any materials?
No, all materials will be provided for you during the session.
What are the next steps after the Taster?
If you enjoy the class, you can join our How to Draw or How to Paint Beginners Courses, where you’ll explore techniques in more depth and work on more ambitious creative projects.

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
Your Art Supplies

Want to learn more?

Discover more art courses below. Whether you'd like to draw, paint or experiment with new creative techniques, there's plenty to inspire your next step.

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15 Sep 2026
Tue
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
30 Sep 2026
Wed
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
16 Oct 2026
Fri
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
29 Oct 2026
Thu
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
02 Nov 2026
Mon
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
11 Nov 2026
Wed
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
27 Nov 2026
Fri
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
14 Dec 2026
Mon
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
18 Dec 2026
Fri
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
05 Jan 2027
Tue
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
18 Feb 2027
Thu
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
01 Mar 2027
Mon
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
30 Mar 2027
Tue
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
08 Apr 2027
Thu
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
24 Jun 2027
Thu
18:30-20:00
90 mins
£20.00
15
Sep
15 Sep 2026
£20.00
Day:Tue
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
30
Sep
30 Sep 2026
£20.00
Day:Wed
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
16
Oct
16 Oct 2026
£20.00
Day:Fri
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Barbara Beyer
29
Oct
29 Oct 2026
£20.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Jodi Holmes
02
Nov
02 Nov 2026
£20.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Jodi Holmes
11
Nov
11 Nov 2026
£20.00
Day:Wed
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Tim Sanders
27
Nov
27 Nov 2026
£20.00
Day:Fri
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Barbara Beyer
14
Dec
14 Dec 2026
£20.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Barbara Beyer
18
Dec
18 Dec 2026
£20.00
Day:Fri
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
05
Jan
05 Jan 2027
£20.00
Day:Tue
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
18
Feb
18 Feb 2027
£20.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
01
Mar
01 Mar 2027
£20.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
30
Mar
30 Mar 2027
£20.00
Day:Tue
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
08
Apr
08 Apr 2027
£20.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins
24
Jun
24 Jun 2027
£20.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:30-20:00
Duration:90 mins

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Cancellations Policy

Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked.

 

Weekly courses and one-day workshops
Cancel at least 72 hours before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer to another available date. Cancellations made within 72 hours will receive course credit instead.

 

Intensive courses of five consecutive days or more
Cancel at least 7 days before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer. Cancellations made with less than 7 days’ notice will usually receive course credit instead.

 

We are unable to offer refunds for missed classes or non-attendance.

Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off*

Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off*

*Please note 2ORMORE & 3ORMORE - this offer cannot be redeemed against our One year, 3 Month Courses , Private tuition, Tasters, or Resident Companies i.e. Choirs, Musical Theatre or Dance companies. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
Closest Station: Farringdon
Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden
Khaoula Karaweigh
Khaoula Karaweigh
Lawrence Francis Crane
Lawrence Francis Crane
Barbara Beyer
Barbara Beyer
Jodi Holmes
Jodi Holmes
Tim Sanders
Tim Sanders
City Academy Art Tutors
City Academy Art Tutors

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