Home›Art & Drawing›How to Draw Classes›Creative Journaling & Sketchbooks Creative Journaling & Sketchbooks BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Unlock your creative potential in this inspiring course, designed to help you establish a daily practice of journaling, sketching, and self-expression. Perfect for anyone eager to tap into their artistic flow, our Creative Journaling & Sketchbooks Classes focus on blending words and images to create meaningful, reflective journals that tell your unique story. Throughout this drawing class, you’ll explore the therapeutic power of creativity, learning to overcome creative blocks and build a sustainable sketching or journaling habit. Begin by experimenting with different materials such as pen, pencil, watercolour, collage, and ink, then dive deeper into mixed media, layering textures, and integrating text with imagery. From abstract expression to expressive journaling, you’ll find new ways to visually represent emotions, thoughts, and ideas, charting your creative journey and setting goals for future artistic growth, along with the tools to continue nurturing your creative practice long after the course ends. City Academy's art studio has everything you need to get creative. All materials, including paper, brushes and other art supplies, will be provided. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE: Capture ideas, observations and inspiration as you build a sketchbook that's uniquely your own. Develop a regular creative practice through journaling, drawing and visual exploration. Experiment with a variety of materials, techniques and creative prompts. Discover new ways to record ideas, memories and everyday inspiration. Explore your creativity without the pressure of producing finished artwork. Build confidence expressing yourself through words, images and mixed media. Learn alongside others in a supportive and encouraging studio environment. Receive expert guidance to help develop your own creative process. Leave with a sketchbook full of ideas, experiments and inspiration to build on. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 07 Nov 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Barbara Beyer City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 31 Jan 2027 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 15 May 2027 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 07 Nov 07 Nov 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Barbara Beyer Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 31 Jan 31 Jan 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 15 May 15 May 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 View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Creative Journaling Explore techniques for combining words, sketches and imagery to create expressive journal pages. Drawing and Mark Making Experiment with line, texture, colour and composition through a range of guided creative exercises. Mixed Media Work with a variety of materials, including drawing, collage and paint, to develop rich visual pages. Developing Ideas Use your sketchbook to capture observations, explore themes and build a personal visual record. Creative Exploration Take part in practical prompts and exercises designed to encourage experimentation and individual expression. Expert Guidance Benefit from demonstrations, practical support and personalised feedback throughout the course. Want to learn more? Keep creating with one of the courses below. Build on the ideas you've explored, continue experimenting with new materials and techniques, and discover fresh ways to develop your artistic practice. Abstract Art: Exploring Colour, Texture and Form Collage – Contemporary & Traditional How to Draw – Beginners Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Barbara BeyerCity Academy Art Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 07 Nov 2026 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day Barbara Beyer City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 31 Jan 2027 Sun 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 15 May 2027 Sat 10:30-16:30 1 day City Academy Art Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £110.00 Book Now 07 Nov 07 Nov 2026 £110.00 Day:Sat Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: Barbara Beyer Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 31 Jan 31 Jan 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 15 May 15 May 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 × 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 'Creative Journaling & Sketchbooks' 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 City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Barbara Beyer View Profile City Academy Art Tutors View Profile
