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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.

Upcoming Classes (260)

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Tuesday, October 20th
2–5pm ET

$40

Tuesday, October 20th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Thursday, October 22nd
2–5pm ET

$40

Thursday, October 22nd
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Monday, October 26th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Tuesday, October 27th
2–5pm ET

$40

Tuesday, October 27th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Thursday, October 29th
2–5pm ET

$40

Thursday, October 29th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Monday, November 2nd
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Tuesday, November 3rd
2–5pm ET

$40

Tuesday, November 3rd
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Thursday, November 5th
2–5pm ET

$40

Thursday, November 5th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Monday, November 9th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Tuesday, November 10th
2–5pm ET

$40

Tuesday, November 10th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Thursday, November 12th
2–5pm ET

$40

Thursday, November 12th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

Monday, November 16th
6:30–9:30pm ET

$40

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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

Map showing 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

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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