Painting the light that falls on objects March 31 , 7th & 8th April 2026
Tutor – Rosanna Dean £240 This three-day Easter course explores how light interacts with form, and how an understanding of Continue Reading →
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Drawing Portraits with Pastels 27 Jan – 17 Mar 2026
Tutor- Alison Harper Tuesdays, 6–9 pm Fee £320 Location: Essential School of Painting Art materials included in your fee with Continue Reading →
Painting techniques in oil or acrylic 22 Jan to 12 Mar 2026
Thursdays, 6–9 pm Tutor: Archie Franks Location: Essential School of Painting Fee £240 £300 Discounted New Course limited time offer Continue Reading →
The Painting Year II – Tues, Jan 13 to Jun 30 2026
Tutors: Guy Allott and Rosanna Dean In studio 10 to 5pm Two terms (Jan & Apr) Fee per term £795 Continue Reading →
The Painting Year II – Wednesdays 14 Jan to 1 Jul 2026
Tutors: Melissa Kime and Dan Coombs In studio 10 to 5pm Two terms (Jan & Apr) Fee per term £795 Continue Reading →
Online Course: Drawing and Painting Animals with Melissa Kime – Aug 19-20, 2025
Tutor Name: Melissa Kime Tuesday and Wednesday morning 10-1pm £75 Course Description: This enjoyable and practical online course focuses on Continue Reading →
Drawing and Painting London’s Animals- 27 & 28 August 2025
Tutor: Melissa Kime Time: 10:30am – 4:30pm daily £130 All materials are provided, with the exception of canvas, which can be Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →