Make Art You're Proud Of
We all have ideas about making art. The difference is in what you do with them. With the right space and guidance, you can turn ideas into finished work that you’re proud to take home with you. City Lit’s expert-led courses are designed to do just that. Learn in specialist studios in the heart of London alongside like-minded people. Explore our courses below.
37 courses available
Painting for beginnersThrough simple exercises you will explore basic methods of painting in acrylic from still-life, mixing and matching the colours and textures observed. Learn how to set up your workspace and begin to enjoy painting in a studio environment, using a variety of brushes and tools.
Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00- Introduction to jewellery makingLearn and develop a range of essential jewellery making techniques and processes for creating metal jewellery. This course is designed for beginners who would like to gain fundamental skills like sawing, filing, sanding, drilling, texturing, forging and soldering. Explore these techniques in set projects and use them to design and make your own pieces.Full fee £399.00 Senior fee £319.00 Concession £259.00
- Introduction to collage and mixed media
An introduction to collage as an exciting, accessible and creative medium. Explore a rich variety of materials and found images to make vibrant work experimenting with surface, form, colour and pattern.
Full fee £329.00 Senior fee £263.00 Concession £214.00 - Portraits and people photography
This is a practical course that will teach you how to photograph people with confidence, sensitivity, and creativity across a range of real-world situations: from the studio portrait to street and documentary photography; or those special moments for the family album. You will learn invaluable skills about light, composition and posing your subject, helping you to produce a beautiful portrait portfolio.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Illustrating animals
On this course you will explore illustrating animals and their gestural qualities using a variety of different mediums.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Black and white photography
Shape, form, pattern and texture take on added significance in black-and-white photography. Without colour to guide the eye, contrast, lighting, and composition take on even more importance. Discover these elements and the basic rules of black and white photography.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Illustrating people and places
Be inspired by the people of London and the architecture and environments they inhabit in both studio classes and off-site visits. This course explores drawing people and places, providing you with ample opportunity to observe London life, situations and scenarios that will inspire your work.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Introduction to printmaking techniques
This fast-paced introductory course reveals some of the processes used to make fine art prints. You will be introduced to a range of printmaking methods week-by-week. This course is for beginners and those with limited experience who want to discover how printmaking techniques work. An ideal start to a printmaking journey.
Keeley Street
Tue 22 Sep 2026Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00 - Explore your creativityTap into your artistic talents through a series of fun practical exercises that will help you start drawing, painting, looking at art, responding to the world around you and working with your imagination and ideas.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00
- Street photography
Ever wondered how street photographers capture those split-second moments of city life so effortlessly? This course will guide you through the art of street photography, building your confidence not only to photograph candidly and discreetly in public spaces, but also gain a deeper understanding of available light. You’ll work on location in some of London’s most dynamic and visually rich areas, learning how to tell powerful stories through single, well-timed images.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Drawing: ink and wash techniquesThe immediacy and versatility of ink and wash is perfect for those sketching on location, for designers and for students interested in watercolour techniques. Take the opportunity to explore the basic techniques of this exciting process.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
- Textiles for beginners short courseGet started with the basics of textiles by painting, printing and stitching fabric. Combine simple practical techniques with design work in colour, texture, pattern and composition.Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £167.00 Concession £136.00
- Introduction to photography
Discover the basics of photography to improve your photographs and impress your friends. Learn about shutter speed, aperture, composition, light and taking pictures in different environments. This course is perfect for complete beginners or for adding new skills. Please take this course before enrolling on our intermediate courses.
Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00 - Textiles: experimental hand stitchA contemporary approach to hand stitching and embroidery exploring a variety of traditional stitches and techniques. Create experimental and expressive samples using traditional and non-traditional materials.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00
- Introduction to quiltingLearn how to design and make a contemporary quilt using a range of construction and embellishment techniques. Work with simple shapes from recycled fabrics or bring your own fat quarters to create a personalised quilt.Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00
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