3-Week Acrylic Portrait Painting Course
Beginner-friendly painting courses in London, designed to build confidence and creativity
Available spots
Service Description
This 3-week acrylic portrait painting course introduces the fundamentals of painting faces using acrylics. Participants learn proportion, color mixing for skin tones, and layering techniques, building toward a finished portrait while developing confidence and personal style in a supportive setting. Week 1: Drawing & Proportions • Face proportions and guidelines • Basic sketching of a portrait • Introduction to acrylic materials • Block in main shapes (light/dark) Week 2: Color & Building Form • Mixing skin tones • Understanding light and shadow • Layering with acrylics • Developing facial features Week 3: Details & Final Portrait • Refining features (eyes, nose, mouth) • Adding depth and highlights • Final adjustments and finishing touches • Group feedback and review
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Welcome to Art Play London! Below is our policy guide for your smooth, enjoyable, and safe experience. Booking Policies Public Sessions - No refunds except within the first 10 minutes of making the booking. - Rescheduling permitted up to 72 hours before for workshops, 24 hours for free-flow sessions. - No refunds or rescheduling for lateness past 10 minutes or no-shows. - Attendees more than 10 minutes late are not permitted entry Private Sessions - A non refundable deposit of 50% of booking required. - No refunds or remaining balance unless cancellation 7 days prior. - £100 rescheduling fee, 7 days' notice required. General Policies Lateness - Entry not permitted for arrivals more than 10 minutes late. - No refunds or rescheduling for lateness. Conduct - Kindness and respect towards staff is essential for a positive environment. Alcohol Consumption - Drink responsibly; intoxication causing disturbance leads to expulsion. Artwork Collection - Storage fees: £3 for paintings, terrariums up to 7 days. - Collection deadlines: 7 days for candles, pottery, marbling; 2 weeks for acrylic pour, mosaics. - Unclaimed items may be upcycled, sold, or given away. - We are not responsible for lost or damaged artwork Outside Food and Drink - Strictly prohibited; refreshments available at our bar. Children - Guests under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Us - Allow up to 3 working days for responses. Health and Safety - First-aid trained staff on duty. - Not responsible for injuries; COVID-19 precautions observed. Additional Information Dress Code - Aprons provided; personal attire damage not our responsibility. Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible; inform us in advance for accommodations. Payment - Cards only; no cash transactions. Age Restrictions - ID required for alcohol consumption - Age restrictions vary by workshop types, check descriptions. - 18 plus after 7pm on Friday and Saturday Privacy Policy - Customer data not shared; protected under data protection laws. Photography and Video - Reserve right to use media for promotional purposes.(inform member of staff if you wish not to be on camera) Pets - Well-behaved dogs welcome; may be asked to leave if disruptive. Complaints - Direct concerns to info@artplaylondon.co.uk or silva@artplaylondon.co.uk. Art Play London is dedicated to providing a creative, enjoyable, and safe environment for all.
Contact Details
3 Norton Folgate, London E1 6DB, UK
+443308225271
info@artplaylondon.co.uk