Best Art Classes In London

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By Marcus Sanigar Food, Drink & Events Copywriter, DesignMyNight 10-year hospitality, travel and events expert, writing for Expedia, Trainline and more. Last updated on 19th March 2026

Whether you're a beginner scoping out a new hobby, want to level up your skills or just fancy a unique night out with pals, the capital is the place to be to unleash your creative side. But where do you go? From thumping paint and sip parties to relaxing life drawing sessions, here are all the fun art classes in London that should be on your radar.




Mr Fogg's Sip & Sketch

@ Mr Fogg's Apothecary on Wednesday 25th March 2026

Looking for a night out with a twist? Mr Fogg's Sip & Sketch invites you to unleash your inner artist in one of Mayfair's most atmospheric settings. For £35 each, enjoy two hours of creativity under the expert guidance of award-winning wildlife artist Tom Middleton.

You'll be welcomed with a cocktail of your choice, settle in with popcorn, and then be transported into a world where fine art meets fine drinking. Think whimsical wildlife sketches, eccentric surroundings, and plenty of libations to fuel your imagination.

Family Paint!

@ artsdepot on Saturday 28th March 2026 and 8 other Saturdays

Get creative with your whole crew at artsdepot's Family Paint. Local artist Jessica is on hand to guide you as you create masterpieces with the little ones.

As you unleash your inner artists, there's plenty to keep you refreshed, including cafe snacks and a free welcome drink. Tickets are just £22 per family and include all the tips, tools and materials you need to paint and play.

Glassblowing Tumbler Workshop

@ Molten 1090 on Sunday 12th and Sunday 26th April 2026

You've painted pottery and sculpted mugs, now it's time to up the ante. At the Glassblowing Tumbler Workshop, you'll use traditional tools to manipulate, shape and breathe life into the molten glass.

After working with the resident experts to choose your favourite colours, design and ombre techniques, it's time to craft your one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Tickets are just £165 and include all the tools, tips and materials you need to unleash your inner artisan.

 

Party n Paint

Heading to some of London's favourite haunts, Party n Paint combines the two for one helluva night out. While you put brush to paper, a DJ will be thumping out bangers, which you can enjoy alongside plenty of vodka shots. And if you're lucky, you may even be able to bag some cracking prizes.

Bendy Candle Making Workshop

One of the most unique craft classes around, the Bendy Boy Candle Making Workshop teaches you how to make, you've guessed it... bendy candles. Hosted by Habit Haus, it takes over venues in Dalston, Pimlico and Vauxhall three times a month. 

You'll learn the surprisingly challenging skill of twisting and shaping five dinner candles, which you can also decorate with colours and hand-painted motifs. Your £41.80 ticket includes all the tools and materials you'll need, alongside a bag to take them home in.

Sip and Paint at the Angel and Crown, Bethnal Green

@ Angel and Crown on Tuesday 31st March 2026

Discover your inner artist with a glass in hand at one of London's best art experiences. Sip 'n Paint at The Angel and Crown offers a laid-back approach to creativity, no pressure, no perfectionism, just paint, sip, and unwind. Led by a talented instructor, you'll pick up essential techniques before creating your own canvas-worthy piece to take home.

Set in a welcoming East London pub, it's the perfect way to spend an evening, with painting, laughter, and maybe a pint or two.

Laoxa’s Creative Ground

Looking for something arty that's not pottery or painting? Laoxa's Creative Ground has got what you need. Get down to one of its participating venues where resident expert, Lucy, will guide you through the rug tufting process from design to finishing.

Open to all abilities, it doesn't matter whether you know your loop pile from your backing felt. Grab your ticket to tuft for just £150.

Pottery In The Pub Workshop

@ The Star by Hackney Downs on Thursday 9th April 2026

Need a new bowl, pot, cup or dish in your life? Get down to Pottery at the Pub to make your own. Inside the warm and welcoming Star by Hackney Downs, you'll pinch and perfect your clay creation until it's ready to be glazed and fired.

The professionals will take it from here and your masterpiece will be ready to collect in a few weeks. Your £38.50 ticket includes all the materials and expert guidance you need to get creative.

Neon Naked Life Drawing

Steering away from classic practices, Neon Naked Life Drawing Classes in London are exactly what it says on the tin. You'll experiment with texture, light and colour, trying out a range of different techniques, to draw your living models who are covered in fluorescent UV lights.

Something Good Workshops

Something Good Workshops is here to prove that everyone has a creative side. This pop-up series in Deptford brings together a mix of engaging art classes, from printmaking to collage and embroidery, all led by passionate artists.

Whether you want to master a new skill or just enjoy a mindful break from the daily grind, these workshops provide the perfect setting to learn, create, and connect with like-minded people. Plus, you'll walk away with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece to call your own.

Paint Jam London

Unleash your creativity at Paint Jam's immersive art parties, where live DJs, themed projections and expert-led workshops transform painting into a full sensory experience. Hosted in pop-up studios across London, each event explores a different modern art style - from Bauhaus to abstract expressionism - with all materials provided and tickets from £36 per person.

Whether you're a total beginner or seasoned artist, you'll leave with your own masterpiece and memories of a night like no other.

Play&Paint

@ Katherine Low Settlement on Sat, 25th Apr 2026 @ 17:00 - 20:00

Play & Paint is your chance to grab a drink, pick up a paintbrush and unleash your inner artist. Out&Loud and THOA are coming together for the first time to bring you an unforgettable night of creativity, fun and games.

It doesn't matter whether you're a budding Monet or barely know how to hold a brush, get on down to make friends, have fun and let your hair down. Tickets start from just £11 and include all the tools and tips you need to make a masterpiece.

Paint and Sip Classes

Unleash your creativity and enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere at Wimbledon Art Studios's Sip and Paint Classes. Perfect for groups and teams or anyone looking to get stuck in on their own, this event combines art, laughter, and a glass (or two) of your favourite drink.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, you'll be guided through a unique, step-by-step painting experience led by an expert instructor. As you sip your drink and socialise, you'll create a masterpiece to take home - plus, you'll enjoy a chance to bond with friends, family, or colleagues in a laid-back setting with tickets from £30.

The Purple Owl

The Purple Owl runs all kinds of classes in its bright and airy art studio every day of the week. Part pub, part creative space, it's a great spot to learn a new skill, meet new friends and get arts and craftsy over a coffee.

With classes running every 30 minutes, there's plenty of chances to try your hand at canvas, pottery and fabric painting or air-dry and kiln dry clay moulding. Classes start from just £25 per person.

The Exhibit

Headed up by professional artist Dan Whiteson, this life drawing session at Balham's Exhibit is one of the best evening art classes in London. Expect great music, tipples aplenty and an informal approach that'll help you step out of your comfort zone and create something totally unique.

Sprayd Social @ People’s Park

@ People's Park Tavern on Tue, 31st Mar 2026 @ 18:00 - 21:00

Whether you're a budding Banksy or barely know how to pick up a can, Sprayd is the class for you. At this guided social art session, you'll design and create your very own spray piece from start to finish.

Expect feel-good fun, creative energy and a great soundtrack to fire up your creative juices. Your £24.20 includes all the paint, stencils and support you need, plus your masterpiece to take home.

Paint and Sip London - Paintvine

Hitting up cool locations across the Mayfair, Brixton and beyond, Paintvine is inviting you to join them for a creative (and boozy) session, whether it's sculpting a masterpiece from air-dry clay or painting everything from sunsets to highland cows. Ideal for pros and newbies alike, these classes are not to be missed, with plenty of drinks available throughout.