Art classes

Since 2016

the studio will be closed on the following dates:

  - August 14th to August 24th
  - August 26th
  - August 29th to August 31st

2026 Summer classes available

We welcome learners of all ages and levels. Programs are tailored for children, GCSE/A‑level students, and adults.

Children: Core drawing and painting skills—observation, composition, colour, and media—taught in a supportive setting to build technique and confidence.

GCSE/A‑level: Focused tuition on technique, concept development and workshop practice; portfolio guidance and college-application support to showcase individual voice and meet requirements.

Adults: Flexible classes for any level—relaxed practice or career-focused training—with small-group and one-to-one options for personalised feedback and progress.

Why choose us:

  • Experienced tutors who adapt to your learning style

  • Personalised lesson plans with measurable progress

  • Support from early development to college entry

  • Inclusive, friendly studio culture

Develop solid technique, expand creative thinking, and produce work that reflects your potential.


Our Classes

Our courses are suitable for complete beginners, both adults and children, as well as for more experienced artists, and they are available on weekdays, evenings, Saturdays and Sundays.


What Is Paintbox studios

Paintbox Studios is a growing, independently owned art school and atelier specializing in drawing and painting. Our welcoming, beautifully lit studio offers a unique learning environment where students of all levels can explore and develop their creative abilities. With personalized instruction, well-curated materials, and a focus on both technical skill and individual expression, Paintbox supports each artist’s journey—whether beginning, refining technique, or preparing a portfolio—within a supportive community that values curiosity, craft, and sustained artistic growth.


Our Tutors

Founding partners Adam Vass and Fanny Lacroix bring together a collective of like-minded artist-tutors who work alongside students, sharing the strengths of their individual styles and experience. All tutors are practicing artists with advanced academic training (Master’s or PhD), offering a challenging, multifaceted approach to making and researching art. This model fosters close mentorship, critical dialogue, and exposure to diverse methodologies—supporting rigorous studio practice, conceptual development, and scholarly inquiry.


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Our Studio

A bright, period studio in a street-level shop between Hammersmith and Chiswick, a few minutes’ walk from Ravenscourt Park station. Large windows give soft, even daylight for drawing, painting. The main studio connects to a second room with an art-book library, a self-portrait mirror, and a selection of still-life props. The two rooms provide a calm, well-equipped space for study, workshops, and personal projects.