ESOP Yearlong Courses 2025-26

We offer a range of in-studio and online courses as part of our yearlong programmes, each taught by highly experienced, professional practising artists. Continue Reading →

Introduction to Portraiture in Oils 12 May to 23 June 2025 (Monday evenings 6-9pm)

Once a week on Mondays evenings learn how to capture the human face with confidence and creativity Continue Reading →

Courses available in 2025-2026

We offer a range of in-studio and online courses, including yearlong programmes taught once a week and ESOP’s renowned two-year Advanced Painting Course (2025–27), which provides each student with a dedicated full-time studio. Continue Reading →

Studio course: The Painting Year II Tuesdays: 14 Jan to 1st July 2025 (10-5pm)

ONE PLACE REMAINING: The Painting Year 2 art class offers a practical course tailored for individuals aiming to enhance their skills and content under the guidance of experienced painters. Continue Reading →

Approaches to Abstraction with Johanna Melvin: (Alternate Sundays) 19 Jan to 06 July 2025 (10.30-4.30pm)

Join the fortnightly painting course focused on abstract art led by Johanna Melvin. The course covers key painting techniques and encourages both new and experienced artists. Continue Reading →

ONLINE: Advanced Painting Personal Projects with Adrian Wiszniewski RSA and Rosanna Dean – Mondays 13 Jan to 7 July 2025

This online course is designed to foster your creative growth within a supportive community. Continue Reading →

(Thurs online course) Painting The Contemporary Figure with Tim Patrick: 16 Jan to 3 Jul 2025 (10-5pm)

This October join us online for this course focused on enhancing portraiture and figurative painting skills under artist Tim Patrick’s guidance, amid a supportive community. Continue Reading →

Online: Developing Your Art Practice – 17 Jan to 4 Jul 2025: Fortnightly on Friday (10.00-17.00hrs)

Tutors: Bob Matthews and Annie Cattrell FRSS RSA Two-term Fee £930 One term fee 485 This class is full. If Continue Reading →