Weekly Classical Studio — Studio Live

A Multi-Year Classical Training Journey

I'm embarking on a complete classical training curriculum, from drawing foundations through to painting demonstrated live over the next 3-4 years.

Join me as I work through each step methodically, term by term. Watch live, draw alongside or use the recordings to work at your own pace. Together we'll build a comprehensive library of classical training that grows more valuable with each session.

This is not a pre-packaged course. It is a living studio practice. Each term forms part of a sustained journey through classical training.

What This Is

Studio Live is a quiet, observational space. Each week, I demonstrate classical techniques in real-time - no teaching, no chat, no performance. Just sustained methodical work.

Think of it as having a studio practice alongside a professional artist. You see every step, every decision, every measurement. The camera stays close. The work unfolds slowly.

Some students draw along during the live sessions. Others watch and absorb. Many use the recordings to work at their own rhythm. All approaches are equally valid.

Spring Term: Bargue Drawing Foundations

We begin where classical training has always begun - with the Bargue plates.

Over seven weeks, I'll work through a single plate, demonstrating:

• Comparative measuring and proportion

• Clarity and precision of line

• Modelling form through light and shade

• The patience required for classical methods

Each session is one hour. Every Monday, 2-3pm GMT. All sessions recorded and available to enrolled students.

The Journey Ahead

This is just the beginning. The curriculum will progress systematically over the coming years:

Drawing Foundations

Bargue plates - measuring, proportion, line quality, observational accuracy

Cast Drawing

Charcoal cast drawings - understanding form, value, and light through plaster casts

Introduction to Painting

Painted casts - transitioning from charcoal to oil paint

Still Life in Colour

Full colour still life painting - bringing together observation, value, and colour

I may include master copies as we progress. Each step builds methodically on the last.

Who This Is For

Studio Live suits artists who:

• Value independent practice over social interaction

• Want structure without pressure

• Are curious about classical methods

• Prefer to work at their own pace

• Can't access traditional atelier training

Beginners are welcome to observe and learn. Experienced artists can draw alongside. The format accommodates both.

About Me 

I trained in classical methods in Florence and have worked as a professional commissioned artist since 2010. My work has received recognition and awards, but what matters more is the daily practice - the quiet discipline of observation and technique.

Studio Live is my commitment to documenting that practice systematically, from foundational principles through to advanced painting. It's the training I know, demonstrated methodically over years, made accessible to anyone with an internet connection.

Format

One-hour live sessions via Zoom, every Monday 2-3pm GMT

Quiet observational format - cameras off, no interaction

All sessions recorded

Spring Term (Founding Term)

Seven weeks, starting Monday 16th March 2026

One Bargue plate demonstrated in full

Term fee: £95

What You Receive

• Zoom access to all seven live sessions

• Materials list for the term

• PDF of the Bargue plate reference

• Access to all session recordings

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this live or recorded?

Both. Sessions happen live every Monday at 2-3pm GMT and are recorded. You can attend live or watch the recordings later.

Can I ask questions during sessions?

No. This is a quiet observational studio. There is no Q&A, chat, or discussion during sessions. The focus is on sustained practice and demonstration.

Do I need to draw along?

Not at all. You can draw alongside, watch and absorb, or use the recordings to work at your own pace. All approaches are valid.

Do I need previous experience?

No. Beginners can observe and learn. Experienced artists can practice alongside. The format works for both.

Can I join late?

No. This is a closed term. All participants start together on 16th March. Enrollment closes before the first session.

What if I miss a live session?

All sessions are recorded. You have access to watch them anytime during your enrollment plus 12 months after.

Will you complete the full 3-4 year program?

This is my intention and commitment, but I can't guarantee completion. Life happens. What I can promise is that each term will be delivered professionally and completely, regardless of what comes next.

How long will I have access to recordings?

While enrolled in any term, you have access to the complete library. After your last enrollment, recordings remain available for 12 months.

Recording Access

Students enrolled in any term have full access to the complete library of past sessions. Recordings remain available for 12 months after your last enrollment.

Enrollment

This is a closed term. Enrollment closes before the first session on 16th March. No late entry permitted.