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 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 £99.00 10% OFF Book Now 05 Dec 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Jodi Holmes City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 06 Feb 2027 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 30 May 2027 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 12 Sep 12 Sep 2026 £99.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Tommy Ramsay Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:10% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Dec 05 Dec 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Jodi Holmes Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 06 Feb 06 Feb 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 30 May 30 May 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 View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close 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. 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 RamsayJodi HolmesCity 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 £99.00 10% OFF Book Now 05 Dec 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Jodi Holmes City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 06 Feb 2027 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 30 May 2027 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 12 Sep 12 Sep 2026 £99.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Tommy Ramsay Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:10% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Dec 05 Dec 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Jodi Holmes Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 06 Feb 06 Feb 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 30 May 30 May 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 × 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. First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Number * Payments options Cancellations Policy Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked. Weekly courses and one-day workshopsCancel 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 moreCancel 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. View terms and conditions Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off* Copy code to clipboard Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off* Copy code to clipboard *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 Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Tommy Ramsay View Profile Jodi Holmes View Profile City Academy Art Tutors View Profile
