Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art

Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art The Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art (EAFA) is committed to the continuance of traditional modes of drawing and painting and creating the new masters of today

The Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art (EAFA) is committed to the continuance of traditional modes of teaching drawing and painting and creating the new masters of today. Through learning the time honoured methods of the nineteenth century academies, artists first master the language of drawing and painting, building a pathway to more truthful expression. Just as musicians must first learn their instrument or writers must study language before they can articulate their creativity, the visual artist must achieve the skill set that will unlock their creative potential. When the artist can confidently paint the most technically demanding of subjects, they are truly only limited by their imagination. Through study and commitment, the Academy students open themselves to new levels of artistic freedom. No previous experience is assumed, and no portfolio presentation is required for admission. We welcome all levels of experience from complete novice to professional artist. We believe artistic skill can be learned like any other skill such as writing, music, or learning a language. Even the highest standards of achievement can be reached through simple step by step instruction. Our instructors give one to one guidance and tailor tuition to meet the personal goals of each student who studies with us. Our self-paced curriculum allows for flexible learning opportunities. With full or part-time options, students progress at a pace best suited to them. Daytime, evening and weekend hours available.

13/09/2026

Work in progress- portrait of Parmis

22/08/2026

Still blown away by the detail in this painting by former student .art

The final week of term is here, and we’re excited to launch a new school-wide project that every student can be part of....
08/06/2026

The final week of term is here, and we’re excited to launch a new school-wide project that every student can be part of.

Together, we’ll be creating a large-scale master copy, bringing students from across the school together on one collaborative artwork. Junior students working on Bargue drawings will contribute to the construction and transfer stages, while senior students will take on the painting and bring the piece to life.

This is an exciting long-term project for our school and a fantastic opportunity to develop drawing and painting skills, learn from one another, and experience the process of creating a large-scale work as a team.

We can’t wait to see this piece come together and watch every student leave their mark on something truly special. 🎨✨

29/05/2026

Curious about atelier training?

We are now offering free tester days at the Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art.

Spend a day in the studio, attend a class, meet tutors and students, and experience the atmosphere of classical art training firsthand.

Whether you are a complete beginner or returning to art after years away, this is an opportunity to explore the atelier before committing to a course.

To reserve your place, send us a message or email the school:)

Our student Estelle has been developing a lovely collection of plein air oil paintings inspired by different locations ...
08/05/2026

Our student Estelle has been developing a lovely collection of plein air oil paintings inspired by different locations around Edinburgh.

Each study captures a quiet moment of the city through careful observation, colour, and light.

Take a look through the paintings and let us know how many place you recognise:)

Work in progress...Week four of term is coming to a close, and the studios are full of paintings and drawings taking sha...
01/05/2026

Work in progress...
Week four of term is coming to a close, and the studios are full of paintings and drawings taking shape.

From early block-ins to refined passages, students across all levels are deep into their current projects

Swipe through for a studio peek.

17/04/2026

Neat corners when stretching a canvas can be tricky, right?
Our student Ronja .duczek shows a simple way to wrap them cleanly for a strong, even finish.

A small technique that helps to keep the canvas properly tensioned.

How do you handle the corners when stretching a canvas?

20/02/2026

We often recommend to our students for their wide range of materials, papers and studio essentials, as well as their accessible website and reliable delivery.

A rather nice side effect is the number of excellent boxes that arrive at the studio.

As this little video shows, we always find a way to reuse them. Nothing goes to waste if it can be turned into something useful. ♻️🎨

Link for Jackson's art is in our bio

13/02/2026

We loved this video so much we had to share it on Reels too.

At our school, brushes and how you care for them are a big deal. We always encourage students to have their own. It is the most important tool an artist owns. You get used to them, they become an extension of your hand, and it just does not feel right using someone else’s.

We also know choosing brushes can feel overwhelming. So many shapes, so many brands, and that little voice asking if you picked the wrong one.

Very soon we will be sharing our go to oil painting starter brush pack, the ones we actually recommend at the school.

For now, share your most useful advice when buying brushes in the comments. I am sure it will help so many artists.

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Custom House, 65-67 Commercial Street, Leith
Edinburgh
EH66LX

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
5pm - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
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