Workshops

Ottawa figure drawing studio

Academic Drawing & Painting Workshops

Our academic art workshops are designed to give students a strong foundation in traditional drawing and painting techniques in a welcoming, structured environment. Whether you are completely new to art or looking to strengthen your fundamentals, these workshops are beginner friendly and focused on clear, practical instruction.

Students will explore core academic subjects including figure drawing, portraiture, still life, observational drawing, and painting techniques. Emphasis is placed on understanding form, proportion, value, light, anatomy, and composition through direct observation and hands-on practice.

These workshops are built around traditional studio methods that have been used by artists for generations, while keeping the atmosphere approachable and encouraging for modern students. Each class focuses on developing solid technical skills, confidence, and a deeper understanding of how to see and draw accurately.


Upcoming Workshop: Portrait Drawing Bootcamp

The Portrait Drawing Bootcamp is an intensive two-day workshop focused on the fundamentals of portrait drawing. Students will learn how to construct the head, understand facial proportions, develop accurate features, and create convincing form and likeness through shading and observation.

This workshop is designed to be accessible to beginners while still offering valuable structure and practice for more experienced students looking to strengthen their foundation.

Workshop Details

  • Dates: June 25th & 26th

  • Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

  • Cost: $250 for both days

  • Live Model Session: The second class/day will feature a live portrait model for guided observational drawing practice.

Students can expect demonstrations, guided exercises, individual feedback, and practical techniques that can be applied to future portrait work.

Spots are limited so make sure to enroll as soon as possible!