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Chelsea Classical Studio

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.

Chelsea Classical Studio

Upcoming Classes at Chelsea Classical Studio

  • Painting from Life: Alla Prima

    Unlock the secrets of direct painting in this immersive course at Chelsea Classical Studio. Learn to master draftsmanship, values, and color as you work with live models. With constant demonstrations and critiques, you'll develop your skills and create stunning compositions.

    Next start date: Tuesday, Mar 19th, 6:30–9:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $45
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  • Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting

    Learn the art of composition, proportions, and color in this figure drawing and painting class at Chelsea Classical Studio. Working from a live model, students will develop their skills in a direct alla-prima approach, focusing on draftsmanship, values, and color mixing. All levels are welcome to join this hands-on and immersive experience.

    Next start date: Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2–5pm Eastern Time
    Price: $45
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  • Line and Mass

    Discover the secrets of observational drawing from two instructors with unique approaches at Chelsea Classical Studio. Gain confidence in your drawing abilities and unlock your artistic potential in this beginner-friendly class.

    Next start date: Sunday, Mar 24th, 1–4pm Eastern Time
    Price: $45
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526 W 26th St Ste 415, New York, NY 10001
Chelsea Classical Studio
Chelsea, Manhattan
526 W 26th St Ste 415
Btwn 10th & 11th Avenues
New York, New York 10001

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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.

Reviews of Chelsea Classical Studio

(4.5-star rating across 263 reviews)
  • 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!
  • Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Fri)

    Anonymous review on 11/2/2019
    Very good instruction, model and experience.
  • Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Fri)

    Reviewed by Dustin C. on 10/13/2019
    Great class!
  • Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Wed)

    Reviewed by Dustin C. on 10/10/2019
    Yes I haven't drawn in a long time and felt a little insecure and the instructor was great. I saw improvement at the end of the class. It will be my regular class now! D
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

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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