Chelsea Classical Studio is a small art studio that offers drawing and painting classes focused on improving various foundational skills. With small class sizes and individualized curriculums, students looking to improve their drawing or painting skills will find a supportive and diverse learning environment.
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All courses are held at 526 W 26th St, New York, NY unless indicated.
Such a great class. Not only was the instructor very attentive and helpful, the whole class was very welcoming. So much fun and would 100% recommend for yourself or as a gift to a fellow art-lover. Enjoy!
Billie P.
Provider Description
Chelsea Classical Studio is a small studio that offers drawing and painting classes, with a focus on improving students' foundations by working on exercises and projects that aim to improve students' weaknesses. The classes are small, from 3-10 people, with individualized curriculums. Most students are looking to improve their skills in drawing or painting the figure and portrait.
Founded by Portrait Artist Brandon Soloff.
The enduring legacy of a fine arts education is not just an appreciation of great accomplishments and styles, but to create a structure to give visual form to what is seen, known and felt, and thus provide a basis from which to develop.
The Chelsea Classical Studio strongly believes that critical thinking and diverse points of view are very important factors in an artist’s education and development. Featuring experienced artists working alongside students and providing instruction, critiques, demonstrations and a constant exchange of ideas, it seeks to bring together visual artists of various mediums, skill levels, backgrounds and ages. Applicants will be carefully considered and chosen based on art experience, education, and a demonstrated passion and willingness to learn.
Mission
Expand the depth of artistic education. Artist should study their materials, practice basic skills, and develop personal methods which play into their natural tendencies.
FAQs
What are some of your most popular classes that you offer on CourseHorse?
Some of our most popular classes are Constructing and Composing the Figure and the Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting.
How long have you been in business? Can you share a bit more about your history?
We've been in business for three years this 2016. The school was founded by a few painters using a shared teaching space to offer figure drawing classes.
What is your average class size?
Our average class size is eight students.
What is your typical student like? What are their goals?
Our students are typically trying out drawing, some are more advanced and pursuing it as a profession.
Can you recommend activities to do in the neighborhood before or after class?
We're right near the High Line.
Chelsea Classical Studio
Chelsea, Manhattan 526 W 26th St Ste 415 Btwn 10th & 11th Avenues New York, New York 10001
Reviews of Chelsea Classical Studio
(4.5-star rating across
271 reviews)
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Reviewed by Angelo k. on 1/13/2025
The group environment was great and the instructors were helpful in giving pointers.
The Vital Line
Reviewed by Ryn H. on 3/10/2024
The perfect balance of personal and professional, this class was as fun as it was informative and laid back. Greg was a great teacher!
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Reviewed by David E. on 11/15/2023
This class was very informative. Roy is a very patient and knowledgeable instructor. I would definitely recommend this class for any skill level.
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Reviewed by Tina C. on 4/14/2023
I needed more instruction.
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Reviewed by Rosemary S. on 1/11/2023
The class was not what I expected but was fun. Roy was unobtrusive but very helpful in his feedback and suggestions for improving the sketches I was attempting. Everyone was very nice, and we'll likely take the class again another time.
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Reviewed by margaret b. on 1/5/2023
i love his class
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Reviewed by Adriana L. on 10/21/2022
Great experience! Great professors. Thank you!
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Reviewed by Alice B. on 8/12/2022
Very fun and welcoming.
highly recommended!
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Reviewed by Emma O. on 6/28/2022
Painting from Life: Alla Prime was my first live painting class in over 4 years, so I was a little intimidated to start and wasn't sure if I would receive the level of guidance I probably needed from being a little rusty. Despite their being 6 other members in the class, the teacher sat with me throughout the beginning and walked me through color theory, mixing instructions, and even layering techniques. It was super personable and fun, the other class members were also happy to provide some advice and everyone was really nice! Would definitely take it again.
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Reviewed by Emma O. on 1/6/2022
The teacher, RIck, was incredibly helpful and patient. It was my first time painting in a while and he sat with me to walk me through even the basics of mixing colors and painting to scale. It was a great class!
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Reviewed by Billie P. on 1/14/2021
Such a great class. Not only was the instructor very attentive and helpful, the whole class was very welcoming. So much fun and would 100% recommend for yourself or as a gift to a fellow art-lover. Enjoy!
Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting
Anonymous review on 2/23/2020
Great class but better suited for students who have done some drawing. It maybe a bit overwhelming for the absolute beginner.
Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Fri)
Reviewed by Caroline C. on 1/7/2020
Great class! Loved it.
Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Fri)
Reviewed by Ray d. on 12/29/2019
Great instructor and environment!
Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Wed)
Anonymous review on 12/5/2019
I am a serious student of drawing and don't like unnecessary distraction - like music played at any sound level. I
mentioned this when I entered the studio but the guy did not turn off his music. Teacher did not step in.
The teacher was good - not intrusive - and a perfect number of students (3) and a perfect model. I would not
return.
Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Wed)
Reviewed by Julius G. on 12/4/2019
This is not a beginning class, by not saying this puts people in a awkward situation.
Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting
Anonymous review on 11/28/2019
I learnt a lot from the instructors and got to dive straight into life drawing. However, I would say this is not a class for complete beginners, so the title is misleading and I’d love to see a real fundamentals class which is more guided and structured.
Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting
Reviewed by Courtney B. on 11/26/2019
A great class, I’m a beginner and the instructor was able to help me tremendously!
Students at Chelsea Classical Studio generally had positive experiences in their classes. Many found the instructors to be knowledgeable and helpful, providing individualized feedback and guidance. Some mentioned learning about color theory, mixing instructions, layering techniques, and capturing the rhythm of human form and movement. The vast majority of students enjoyed the welcoming and relaxed atmosphere of the studio and expressed a desire to return for more classes.
Quotes:
- "This class was very informative...I would definitely recommend this class for any skill level."
- "Painting from Life: Alla Prime was my first live painting class in over 4 years...the teacher sat with me throughout the beginning and walked me through color theory, mixing instructions, and even layering techniques."
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