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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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.
About Chelsea Classical Studio
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.
School location
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
(4.6-star rating across
288 reviews)
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Ray M. • October 7, 2026
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Anonymous
• July 31, 2026
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Andre M. • July 16, 2026
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Anonymous
• June 23, 2026
Great professional instruction. Accommodating to student various needs. My progress was obvious with instruction very one on one. The June Tuesday Thursday program classes offered and day time made it very convenient. And building elevator made it accessible Highly recommend. I’ll try to go again when can get to nyc in the future.
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Anonymous
• June 17, 2026
Professional class instruction. Pleasant atmosphere and very well done. Accommodating to class student needs. One on one excellent instruction. Could be habit forming.
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Anonymous
• April 18, 2026
small studio with great vibes, model and instructor!
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Anonymous
• November 13, 2025
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Jessica V. • July 17, 2025
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
jay m. • July 9, 2025
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Lisa M P. • April 8, 2025
I took my first class in long pose figure drawing with Roy. He is a phenomenal teacher and artist. I was feeling very out of my league having never drawn based on a live model but he quickly guided me and put me at ease. The vibe of the class was relaxed and the small group was perfect since we all got a lot of attention and there were regulars in the class who were very friendly. I highly recommend this class and Roy as a teacher!
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Anonymous
• April 8, 2025
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Rita S. • March 19, 2025
I had a fantastic time doing this class. I had virtually no experience yet everyone was incredibly welcoming and kindly offered me guidance, helpful tips and direction throughout. I loved it so much I booked myself into a second session only a couple days later!
Line and Mass
Willem J de B. • March 12, 2025
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Dongxiao C. • February 12, 2025
Line and Mass
Luke E. • January 13, 2025
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Angelo k. • January 13, 2025
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Angelo k. • January 13, 2025
The group environment was great and the instructors were helpful in giving pointers.
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Red K. • December 9, 2024
Painting from Life: Alla Prima
Sutthida W. • August 1, 2024
Long Pose Figure Drawing & Painting
Panagiotis K. • July 9, 2024
I had Roy as my instructor, what’s great about the class and Roy is that I feel like that the class is like an old friend. Immediately I was welcomed no matter my amateur painting skills. The class was super informative, personal and professional.
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