Course Overview

• This 10-week Classical Drawing course develops accurate observation, proportion, tone and technical precision through Charles Bargue studies and other traditional classical drawing methods.
• With personalised guidance throughout, you’ll strengthen your understanding of line, shape, proportion, volume and drawing techniques while creating a sustained piece over the duration of the course.
• Classes take place at our North London studio, a short distance from Crouch End, Finsbury Park, Archway and Highgate.

Course duration
10 weeks

Time slots available
14.00 – 17.00
18.30 – 21.30

Days
Thursday

Tutor: Tanja
For any information regarding the programme, payments or how to join, please get in touch with her at:
email: artclasslondon@tanjahassel.com
mobile: 07872 174231

Booking details

£430
10-week course (3-hour session each week)

Course Description

Step into the world of classical art with this focused, skills-based drawing course. Designed for students who want to develop technical precision to support their creative expression, this course emphasises careful observation, proportion, tone and structure — core skills essential for representational drawing.

Working from Charles Bargue studies and other classical drawing references, students will undertake a sustained piece that continues from session to session, allowing for deep engagement and mastery of detail.

You’ll learn to:

• Observe and replicate forms with accuracy
• Understand the relationships of line, shape and proportion
• Build tone and volume through careful shading and rendering
• Develop precision in composition and structure
• Apply traditional drawing methods that strengthen technical skill and confident draftsmanship

Each session combines guided exercises and individual feedback, giving you the tools to tackle complex subjects with confidence. This course particularly encourages patience, focus and attention to detail — skills that will enhance all your artistic work.

By the end of this Classical Drawing course, you’ll have strengthened your observational skills, technical precision and confidence in classical drawing, providing a strong foundation for future artistic development.

All basic materials are provided – just bring yourself, a steady mindset and a commitment to disciplined practice.

Optional materials:

Mechanical pencils in size 2mm, with lead in 2B, HB and 2H (there are sets on Amazon like this)

Nitram Charcoal in soft (green), medium (red) and hard (blue), sharpening block

These are completely optional and not required for the class.