Home›Art & Drawing›How to Draw Classes›Illustration for Beginners Illustration for Beginners BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Explore illustration through practical exercises using pencils, pens, watercolours and paper. You’ll learn techniques for drawing characters, landscapes and objects while discovering how images can communicate a story, idea or message. Open to all experience levels, the course draws inspiration from contemporary illustration and a range of visual styles, including comics and manga. With expert guidance and friendly feedback, you’ll develop your skills and begin shaping your own illustrative style. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE: Bring your ideas to life through illustration as you explore creative ways to communicate through images. Discover the fundamentals of illustration in a relaxed and supportive environment. Experiment with a variety of drawing and image-making techniques. Explore how illustrations can communicate stories, ideas and emotions. Develop your own visual style through creative experimentation and guided projects. Receive expert guidance and personalised feedback throughout the course. Leave with a collection of original illustrations and the skills to continue developing your practice. View Upcoming Classes Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 20 Sep 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Tim Sanders City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 02 Dec 2026 - 16 Dec 2026 Wed 18:45-21:15 3 weeks Tim Sanders City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 16 Jan 2027 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 14 Mar 2027 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 07 Jun 2027 - 21 Jun 2027 Mon 18:45-21:15 3 weeks City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 20 Sep 20 Sep 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Tim Sanders Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Dec 02 Dec 2026 - 16 Dec 2026 £135.00 Day:Wed Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:3 weeks Tutor: Tim Sanders Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 16 Jan 16 Jan 2027 £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 14 Mar 14 Mar 2027 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Art Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 07 Jun 07 Jun 2027 - 21 Jun 2027 £135.00 Day:Mon Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:3 weeks 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 Illustration Fundamentals Explore the key principles of illustration, including line, tone, colour, texture and composition. Creative Image-Making Experiment with a range of traditional materials and techniques to develop expressive visual ideas. Visual Storytelling Learn how illustrations communicate narrative, information and emotion through imagery. Working to a Brief Develop illustrations in response to creative prompts, from initial research through to finished artwork. Exploring Illustration Discover different styles, applications and approaches, from editorial and publishing to digital media. Expert Guidance Benefit from demonstrations, practical exercises and personalised feedback as you build your illustration skills. Want to learn more? Continue developing your illustration skills with one of the courses below. Refine your drawing techniques, experiment with different materials and discover new ways to communicate your ideas visually. Drawing for Comics and Graphic Novels Drawing Classes Speed Drawing 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 Tim SandersCity Academy Art Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 20 Sep 2026 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day Tim Sanders City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 02 Dec 2026 - 16 Dec 2026 Wed 18:45-21:15 3 weeks Tim Sanders City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 16 Jan 2027 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 14 Mar 2027 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 07 Jun 2027 - 21 Jun 2027 Mon 18:45-21:15 3 weeks City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £135.00 Book Now 20 Sep 20 Sep 2026 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Tim Sanders Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Dec 02 Dec 2026 - 16 Dec 2026 £135.00 Day:Wed Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:3 weeks Tutor: Tim Sanders Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 16 Jan 16 Jan 2027 £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 14 Mar 14 Mar 2027 £110.00 Day:Sun Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Art Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 07 Jun 07 Jun 2027 - 21 Jun 2027 £135.00 Day:Mon Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:3 weeks 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 'Illustration for Beginners' 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. 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 City Academy, Farringdon 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. 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