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Unleash your creativity and learn to capture the beauty of the human form with Figure Drawing online classes. Develop your artistic skills, gain a deeper understanding of anatomy, and create stunning artworks that showcase the grace and complexity of the human body.

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Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Explore the art of capturing the human form and face with precision and depth in this immersive drawing course. Master the intricacies of anatomy and bring your figures and portraits to life using a variety of drawing mediums. Join a community of artists online as you work with live models and engage in class discussions and demonstrations.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
$350

8 sessions

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Portrait and Figure Painting (All Levels)

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Develop your skills in figure and portrait painting from observation of live models. Learn color mixing, structure, proportion, and light and shadow theory in gouache and oil mediums. Capture the model's gesture, likeness, and expression in this comprehensive course.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
$350

8 sessions

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Fear-Free Drawing: Beginner's Portrait & Figure Drawing

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

Unlock your artistic potential with an online art class from The Art Studio NY. Join our skilled instructors as they guide you through the basics of portrait and figure drawing, helping you conquer your fears and create stunning art from the comfort of your own home. Materials not included.

(631) Beginner 18 and older
$219

6 sessions

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Portrait Drawing: Black & White to Color Pencil

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Unleash your artistic expression and master the human form with this dynamic online course that takes you from graphite to vibrant colored pencils. Join us for an immersive experience in portrait drawing that will sharpen your skills in capturing the essence of the human face.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
$350

7 sessions

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Figure Drawing for People Watchers

92nd Street Y

Discover the art of capturing the human form in all its complexity and beauty. Join an online class at 92nd Street Y that teaches techniques to demystify figure drawing, using principles of anatomy, observation, and intuition. Perfect for people watchers with a passion for drawing and a desire to develop their skills.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$150

4 sessions

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Illustrating the Human Form

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

This online class is dedicated to helping students infuse a real sense of proportion, movement, and personality into your drawings. Students learn to employ a skill set formed in equal parts by intensive but fun lessons and meant to magnify your personal style. This class is designed to fundamentally transform how you depict the human form. There will be a demo of all materials and an expanded list available in the first day of class. Supply list:...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$155

4 sessions

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Figure Drawing

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Develop your artistic skills in life drawing classes online. Working from the live model via online video conferencing with expert instruction from teachers who are professional artists, students learn about proportion, gesture, movement and perspective. Working in charcoal, graphite and ink, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings.  Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$235

5 sessions

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Figure and Nature Drawing and Painting

Evanston Art Center

Hone your drawing and painting skills with a focus on figures and nature in this comprehensive class. Explore various techniques, from gesture drawing to anatomical studies, under expert guidance. Engage in critiques and choose between drawing and painting mediums to develop a well-rounded artistic practice.

(83) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$485

10 sessions

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Fear-Free Drawing: Portrait & Figure Drawing (Int)

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

NOTE: This is an Online Art Class. Our instructors will work with you over high-quality live video and teach you to make art from the comfort of your home. Nurture your inner-artist and feel inspired as you deepen your practice of portrait and figure drawing. Enjoy engaging, encouraging art instruction in this intermediate level online drawing class with NYC’s #1-rated art studio, The Art Studio NY. If you have taken our Beginner Portrait and...

(631) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$265

7 sessions

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Introduction to Portrait and Figure Drawing

Richmond Art Center

IMPORTANT: This is a Hybrid Workshop. Class Meets both on Zoom and In-Person @ RAC Paint Studio. May include additional fees (Studio Fee and Material Fee). For Adults 21+ only. The human figure has so much to offer for both beginners and seasoned artists. This course will lead you through basic figure and portrait drawing techniques using stock photography as well as live professional nude models. We will focus on line, shading techniques,...

(13) Beginner 21 and older
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Virtual Life Drawing

Solas Studio @ Virtual Classroom

We can’t wait to get back in the swing of regular life drawing sessions so we’re going online until restrictions on indoor gatherings are lifted. We know times are tight! That's why our online life drawing sessions are now 100% donation-based. We always pay for our models so chip in if you can! Our sessions feature: Professional Models of all types from New York City's huge talent pool Professional Cameras and Lighting 2x Camera Angles...

(11) All levels 21 and older
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Fundamental Figure Drawing Part II

Richmond Art Center

If you can block-in and measure the proportions of objects, it's time to learn about light and shadow, perspective, and surface treatments during this four-week class. We will draw still lives with objects found around the house, and discuss our work. All students will receive individual feedback.  La maestra habla español. Materials List: Soft drawing pencil, any brand, 4B or 6B Plastic eraser for pencil, the kind that does not leave...

(13) Intermediate 18 and older
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Portrait Drawing

92nd Street Y @ Live Interactive Online Classroom

Learn about anatomy, proportion, line and value by working from quick studies and longer poses. Working from live models you will develop your ability to capture the model’s features and personality; then move onto drawing your friends and family. Prerequisite: Drawing for Beginners. This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program. For the Supply List, please...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$330

6 sessions

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Understanding Portraiture Ages 16+

Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL

Learn to draw compelling portraits of friends and family. Discover the bone structure of the skull and proportional relationships. Focus on facial features. You will work with dry media such as graphite and charcoal. Skill Level: Intermediate Important Notes: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting...

(83) Intermediate 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$175

6 sessions

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After School: How to Draw Portraits & Figures II (12+)

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom, Online, NY

After School Online Weekly Drawing Class: How to Draw Portraits and Figures Part II (Ages 12+) Note: This is an Online Art Class. Our instructors will work with you over high-quality live video and teach you to make art from the comfort of your home. We will return to in-person art classes while continuing online art classes when the uncertainties around Coronavirus are resolved. Calling all budding artists who love to DRAW! Join NYC's #1-rated...

(631) All levels 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$290

13 sessions

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Adult: Beginner Still Life Study in Drawing + Painting

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ Virtual Classroom, New York, NY

Did you love painting as a child, but put it to aside as life got in the way? Thinking about starting again? This is a super class to begin with, designed to unlock your creative potential & encourage you to get inspired and focus on your ideas. Studying still life subject matter helps hone observational skills and will teach you how to express yourself in a more personal way as your response. Place your subject matter in different light or...

(179) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Zoom Life Drawing with a Model

The Gallery Girls

New Zoom Life Drawing *ONLINE* with a Model Draw a live model in Quick Sketch poses. (3s, 5, 10s min poses) Great way to draw and keep social with other artists while staying home. *Once paid we will send you the link & passcode*

(86) All levels 21 and older
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Drawing

Outside In Art Inc @ Zoom

This class is designed for anyone interested in learning how to draw. This course covers drawing from life using various drawing techniques, including copying with a grid, shading and you will leave with multiple drawing techniques to practice on your own.

(2) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Figure Drawing

Ianthe Jackson

Have you wanted to learn to draw people? Well, this course is designed for beginner to intermediate learners. We will learn how to construct the figure using various methods. Studying the basic proportions, and the dynamic actions, and some advanced techniques like foreshortening you will walk away with tools, techniques and ways of looking at drawing to continue working on your own. The class will begin with a warm up, drawing lessons, practice...

(37) All levels 16 and older
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Live Model Drawing - Quick Sketch

The Gallery Girls

Draw a live model in Quick Sketch poses. (3s, 5, 10s min poses) Great way to draw and keep social with other artists while staying home. NEW TIME – Thursdays 6:00-8:00pm PST Hosted by Tayen Kim & Jennifer Fabos Patton.

(86) All levels 21 and older
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Reviews for Figure Drawing Classes Online

Figure Drawing Classes Online are rated 4.5 stars based on 2,103 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by Jo-Ann E. on 9/19/2022
    My friend and I loved taking the Virtual Figure Drawing course! We both had taken courses in the past, but it was perfect for a refresher, and we both learned something new as well!
  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by Jessica W. on 11/18/2021
    Great class!
  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by Robert J. on 11/5/2021
    I missed the first class because I had the wrong time. The instructor was very generous and of the second at no charge!! I rate her at GOLD STAR five. Robert Jones
  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by joyce c. on 11/4/2021
    Learned so much from the teacher. She put a lot into a short time. She gave great non-judgmental feedback. I already signed up for another class of the same.
  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by Donna W. on 5/20/2021
    Small class, very personal. A lot covered in a short time.
  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by Herby P. on 5/13/2021
    I absolutely loved this class.
  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by Michi T. on 4/22/2021
    I really enjoyed the class taught by Ianthe Jackson. It was refreshing that she had good photos and 3D model resources. Her teachings on human proportion, gesture drawing and foreshortening are very important.
  • Virtual Figure Drawing

    Reviewed by Stacey C. on 3/11/2021
    I really enjoyed the class! The instructor was very well-prepared and knowledgeable and I learned great skills that will help move me forward in my drawing pursuits! I'm very grateful I took this class!
  • Virtual Life Drawing

    Reviewed by Carol T. on 3/9/2021
    It was a great class. The leader was helpful and added some drawing challenges. The model was professional and offered excellent poses.
  • Virtual Life Drawing

    Reviewed by Kriota W. on 3/8/2021
    Very good instruction, excellent use of cameras and lighting to accommodate for the online format. Excellent models.

Discover the Best Figure Drawing Classes Online

Many people spend their entire lives admiring beautiful art depicting the human form without knowing how to create it. Past generations of artists had to travel to new countries to apprentice for titans of the field or enroll in cost-prohibitive art schools. However, many students are now pursuing this craft through online classes. Online classes are accessible to anyone with a strong internet connection, allowing students to learn international models and instructors. Keep reading to discover how you can learn figure drawing in the comfort of your home through online classes. 

Why You Should Learn Figure Drawing Online

The human form is one of many artists' favorite subjects. From the cave paintings of Altamira to the abstract artwork of Francis Bacon and Myles Murphy, artists have tried to capture the nuances and intricacies of the human form through their artwork. Many artists gravitate towards figure drawing as a form of meditation, with each detail requiring close observation and mindfulness to capture the unique curves and characteristics of human forms. More introverted artists also see figure drawing as an opportunity to form a quiet community through shared interests. Many artists join groups that regularly meet to sketch the same model or subject.

Beyond the mental and physical benefits of figure drawing, many professionals are also discovering that figure drawing can help them build skills relevant to any career. Figure drawing can help wildlife biologists hone their specimen drawing skills and doctors and nurses learn more about the intricacies of the human body. Many students also notice that figure drawing helps them cultivate their observation and organization capabilities as figure drawing requires an understanding and ordering of space. 

Virtual Figure Drawing Classes 

Online courses bring professional-grade figure-drawing instruction to the comfort of your home, office, or any other location of your choice! Like in-person classes, online figure drawing classes are taught by trained instructors with skill-building curriculums and set meeting times. These figure drawing classes will give you the art apprentice experience without the commute and in the location of your choice. Students benefit from the joys and comradery of group learning in online settings without having the distractions of side chatter and other noises that occur in person. 

Newer artists may be intimidated by having to set up their workstations alone. Unlike in-person classes where most of the materials are provided by the instructor, students that enroll in online courses have to purchase their materials and set up their stations alone. Nevertheless, artists of all experience levels frequently enjoy this opportunity. All online classes will come with recommended supply lists that you can use to prepare for class. Beyond these required tools, you have full agency over your space and create the studio that will best work for your needs and preferences. 

Are you ready to commit to an online class? Luckily, CourseHorse offers online figure drawing classes that will work for almost every schedule. Newer artists will love the flexibility and guidance of The Art Studio NY’s Fear-Free Beginner’s Drawing 101 and Beginners Art Journaling. Have you always wanted to learn how to draw gorgeous portraits of your friends and family? Check out 92nd Street Y’s Portrait Drawing: Black & White to Color Classes. Students looking for an opportunity to learn the skills necessary to draw realistic human musculature and features will love 92nd Street Y’s Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined Class. Looking to live your life with a bit more color? 92nd Street Y also offers a Drawing with Pastel course that can help you make ordinary objects and figures POP! Previous participants rave that these four to six-week classes are a great opportunity to receive feedback from instructors and discover their unique identities as artists.

Private Online Group Figure Drawing Classes

The only thing better than enrolling in a figure drawing class is to enroll in a figure drawing class with your people. Whether you are part of a business looking for a new team-building event or an organization to train a group in a new skill, CourseHorse will have a figure drawing class for private groups online that will engage all experience levels.

Planning a class on your own can be a huge challenge, especially if it is happening online. From finding an instructor to making sure everyone has the necessary tools to complete the assignment, most organizers quickly question their initial motivation to undertake such a task in the first place. Nevertheless, Coursehorse takes care of the details so you and your team can just enjoy the experience. Coursehorse will even send participants any materials that students will not readily have access to in their house, minimizing the organizer’s planning time and responsibilities. 

Designed to minimize the hassle of organizing a large group, CourseHorse has flexibility built into its enrollment program. Organizations simply need to reserve a class using the check-out function on the website. From there, the business can change the group size as needed for no additional fees. Coursehorse classes can even be canceled with no additional fees if the organization gives at least a two-week notice. With no booking fees and the opportunity to host a class on your company’s preferred communication platform, there has never been a better time to enroll in a CourseHorse class! 

Online vs. In-Person Figure Drawing Classes

Many people assume that a skill like figure drawing may be too hard to learn because they are not “creative enough” or have struggled in art classes in high school or college. In reality, most people don’t naturally possess the talent necessary to learn figure drawing and instead just need to practice. Nevertheless, they just haven’t found the right learning format yet.

Students that benefit from the structure and co-learning supported through group learning will likely gravitate towards in-person classes taught at a local university or technical school. Instructors are readily available to answer questions and frequently set students up with the materials they need to successfully complete their course. These classes help students create and maintain a steady schedule that allows them to hit important milestones and progressively develop their craft. 

Despite the clear benefits of in-person classes, many students are reluctant to enroll. Some artists live in remote areas where traveling to a regular art class would require a long commute or be completely inaccessible. Others may feel as if the classroom environment is too distracting or even stifles their creativity. 

If the idea of attending in-person classes is preventing you from exploring a new hobby, online classes may be the ideal solution for you. Online classes are accessible anywhere with a strong internet signal, allowing new and established artists to create their studios in the location of their choice. Like in-person classes, online courses are created and taught by a trained artist that is invested in your success. Live online classes even allow students to ask their instructors questions and receive feedback in real-time. Regardless of which format you choose, researching your options can save you time and money on your figure drawing journey. 

Can I Learn Figure Drawing for Free Online?

New artists looking to dabble in different art forms before committing frequently turn to free online tutorials. A simple YouTube search generates hundreds of self-contained lessons that can teach you the fundamentals of figure drawing for free. Many creators have video tutorials about drawing musculature, forming basic poses, and tips that can help artists refine their craft. Nevertheless, many students struggle to connect the disparate information covered in these videos. Many introductory tutorials cover similar information or may confuse students with contradictory advice. Students that seek more comprehensive training programs progress more consistently over a shorter period.

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