Course Prices
Inside UK
£240.00
Outside UK
£265.00
Instalments UK & International
£240.00 in 3 instalments at £80.00 each
International students will not be supplied with a paper copy
✏️ Beginners Drawing Course
Build your skills and confidence — from the very first mark.
This beginner-friendly distance learning course is designed to be a gentle introduction into the world of drawing. Through a series of structured exercises and tutor-supported assignments, you’ll develop core drawing skills in essential techniques — from sketching everyday objects to working with tone and shading.
Whether you’re returning to drawing after a break or starting from scratch, this course will give you the tools, structure, and encouragement to develop your confidence and start seeing like an artist.
👩🎨 Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for complete beginners or anyone who wants to revisit the basics of drawing in a supportive, self-paced environment. You don’t need any previous art experience — just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
- You’re returning to art after a long break and need a refresher
- You’d like help building drawing into your regular creative routine
- You’d like a structured, low-pressure way to explore drawing — whether as a standalone experience or a starting point for further study
You’ll receive personalised feedback to help you progress at your own pace.
Some students take this course simply to enjoy drawing again, while others choose to continue into more specialised courses once they feel ready.
📚 What to expect
- Study from home at your own pace — most students take around 4–6 months, though you’re free to work more slowly if needed
- Receive full course materials and resources by post or online download
- Submit 3 assignments, each made up of several exercises
- Get tailored feedback from your tutor on each submitted assignment
- No exams, no deadlines — focus on learning and enjoyment
Curious how our tutor support works?
Read more about tutor-supported learning →
🧠 What you’ll learn
- How to sketch with accuracy and confidence
- How to see and draw proportion, shape, and form
- Techniques for line, tone, shading, texture and composition
- How to observe light and shadow to create depth
- How drawing skills can support other creative interests, if you choose to explore them further
Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or starting again with a fresh approach, this course offers practical, confidence-building guidance throughout the course.
🧑🏫 Meet your tutors
🎓 Monika Cilmi
Monika is a practising artist and tutor with a background in fine art, design, and Eastern calligraphy. She brings an intuitive, holistic approach to drawing and encourages students to explore their unique creative path.
🎓 Steven Hersey
Steven is a professional artist and experienced tutor who provides clear, practical guidance in drawing fundamentals. His supportive, thoughtful feedback helps students at all levels gain confidence and develop their technique.
Your tutor will be assigned after enrolment and will work with you throughout the course.
🖼️ Students’ Gallery
Curious what other beginners have created?
View real student work from this course in our Beginners Drawing Course Gallery.
❤️ Student feedback
“I’d never drawn before starting this course — but with the help of my tutor and the exercises, I’ve surprised myself. It’s really well structured and the feedback gave me the confidence to keep going.”
— E. Simmons
“I’ve taken other online courses before but this is the first one that felt personal. My tutor encouraged me, gave thoughtful feedback, and helped me actually enjoy drawing again.”
— D. Lewis
FAQs
Do I need any experience to join this course?
No. This course is designed for complete beginners and for anyone returning to drawing after a break. You don’t need any previous art experience — just a willingness to have a go and learn as you go.
What materials will I need?
You’ll need a few basic drawing materials such as pencils, an eraser, a sharpener, and drawing paper (or a sketchbook). Your course materials will explain what you need for each exercise, and most items are easy to find in art shops or online.
Can I study from outside the UK?
Yes. Our distance learning courses are open to students worldwide. You can choose to study using online downloads, and where posted materials are required, we can ship internationally.
How long will it take to complete the course?
Most students complete the course in around 4–6 months, but you can work at your own pace. There are no deadlines, so you’re free to take longer if life gets busy.
Will I receive feedback on my work?
Yes. When you submit an assignment, your tutor will give you personalised feedback to help you build confidence and develop your skills step by step.
What if I don’t finish the course?
That’s absolutely fine. Many students work through the course at their own pace, and not everyone completes every assignment. The course is designed to support learning and enjoyment — whether you finish everything or simply gain confidence and skills along the way.
Not sure where to begin?
If you’re unsure whether Beginners Drawing feels like a good fit right now, we can guide you.
Use our course advice quiz →
💳 Ready to start drawing?
💡 Scroll up to choose your payment method and enrol today.
We’d love to support you as you begin!
Students are able to upload their artwork to the 'The Art Room' on our website. Each student is
given a unique username and password on enrolment for their own private area in The Art Room.
Students can upload their artwork for the tutor to collect and
critique. The tutor will then upload feedback for the student to download. If
you do not have facilities to upload your artwork, you can mail your artwork to
the tutors centre and receive your artwork back with your critique.
It is essential you label all
packages/artwork with your student number.
All our courses are written to be your comprehensive guide into
each of their subject matters. We understand that students appreciate
clarification about various aspects of their work from a course tutor, whom
provide reassurance that techniques are put into practice effectively.
Each courses has its own dedicated Tutor. The tutor keeps the
course up to date and relevant to today's students. They are available to the
individual student for advice and encouragement. Each course has regular
exercises and assignments that are constructed in such a way as to give the
student the opportunity to practice the techniques learnt on the course and to
test themselves as they go along. Students are encouraged to submit the
assignment work to the college for the tutor to critique.
Coursework can be submitted online, as digital photographs, in your individual art room account and the tutor will upload their critique for you to download and retain forever.
On successful completion of this course you will have studied new skills and gained knowledge for your own enjoyment and development.
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I took on this course to try and improve my confidence and to re-learn some basic skills. My tutor was very complimentary and positive which was a great boost to me.
Great course and excellent tutor. Wonderful course contents with lessons that really helped improve my drawing skills. Thank you!
My tutor was wonderful, I could learn a lot with her explanations.
This course has been absolutely brilliant and Monika’s feedback has been invaluable. I’ve learnt so much and am slowly developing some confidence in painting. I almost don’t want to finish this course but am keen to try another course after.
I am really enjoying the the time spent in the course, and I am sure I am going to learn a lot from you.
What wonderful encouraging words! Your positivity and constructive comments are so helpful and much appreciated. I am really enjoying having the purpose and structure of the course and feeling eager to start the next section.