This Atelier painting class is tailored for beginners eager to delve into the world of oil painting. Experience personalized attention in our intimate class sizes, fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for every student. With our experienced instructors, you will receive clear guidance through each painting step, from initial strokes to refined techniques. Explore a structured learning journey, starting with guided exercises and progressing to independent projects, fostering confidence and proficiency. Unleash your creativity as you discover your unique style. Embark on this transformative journey into the world of oil painting, where you’ll cultivate invaluable skills and a lifelong passion for art.
Classes are ongoing all year. Monthly payments are recurring and process on the first of each month as long as your are enrolled.
Art from Life is a class tailored for both beginners and experienced artists. This course covers everything from materials to narrative compositions, ensuring a robust learning experience. Starting with basic techniques and progressing through gesture drawing, sight measuring, and human proportions, you will refine your skills each week.
Enrollment: Open
Class Times: Ongoing, Every other Wednesday from 10-1pm (Via Zoom)
Monthly Tuition: Member: $123.50, Non Member: $143,
Deposit: $60 (This deposit holds your space on the roster and also pays for your first class)
Instructed by: Armin Mersmann
Class Time (1): Sept. 9th! Mondays from 4:30-6:30pm
Class Time (2): Ongoing, Thursdays from 4-6pm (FULL, waitlist available)
Class Time (3): Sept. 7th! Ongoing, Saturdays from 10-12pm
This weekly course is for the exploratory and experimental art student who is looking to refine various art skills and techniques. Students will learn how to show personal expression and style in their art as they work with a variety of mediums. The small group atmosphere will push student creativity and challenge them to take artistic risks. All materials included.
Class Times (1): Ongoing, Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30pm
Class Times (2) Beginning Dec. 5th: Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 pm
Monthly Tuition: Member: $247, Non Member: $286,
Deposit: $60 (This deposit holds your space on the roster and also pays for your first class)
Instructed by: Emily Finan, Genevieve Klick
Class Time (1): Ongoing, Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
This weekly course is for the beginner to the advanced art student who is looking to refine various art skills and techniques. Students will learn how to show personal expression and style in their art as they work with a variety of mediums. The small group atmosphere will push student creativity and challenge them to take artistic risks. All materials included.
We offer a variety of high quality oil painting and drawing classes for all ages from elementary through adult.
You can become a member at any time by paying an annual fee of $200. Membership gives you a 15% discount on all classes and workshops for 12 months from the purchase date. Family memberships are available for $300/year. The discounted rates start from the first day of your membership. Please note that memberships are non-refundable.
We like to keep our class sizes right around 10 students to ensure plenty of one-on-one attention, guidance and support.
You can register for a class by creating an Atelier account on our website. By placing a $60 deposit, you will not only be paying for your first class you will also be holding your spot on the roster. If you are beginning a class mid-month, no worries at all, we can prorate the remaining monthly amount and begin your normal billing cycle on the 1st of the following month.
Yes, if you cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled class, you can reschedule or arrange a make-up session. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the class time are not eligible for rescheduling or make-up sessions. All rescheduled classes must be completed within 30 days of the missed session. To reschedule, please contact Ashley at amurawa@atelierartstudio.org or call (248) 951-4400.
Make-up sessions can be used within your current class, in another class of your choice, or even towards workshops. However, make-up sessions are only available if the cancellation was made more than 48 hours in advance.
You can cancel a workshop with at least 7 days’ notice for a full refund. If you cancel with less than 7 days’ notice, you’ll receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be given if you cancel less than 48 hours before the workshop.
Tuition is billed on the 1st of each month and covers your one class per week. The monthly fee for members is $247 for 4 classes, while non-members pay $286. If there is a 5th class in the month, there will be an additional charge. Monthly payments are automatic and continue until you decide to cancel. Please provide at least one week’s notice to cancel before the next billing cycle. No refunds are issued for missed classes, only make-up sessions if notified at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled class.
Some classes, camps, and workshops may require additional fees for materials or models, depending on the course.
All materials for youth classes are provided in the monthly fee. For adult/high school students you can purchase the materials from the suggested supply list on your own or pay an additional fee of $80/month to have the materials provided by Atelier.
Typically, we follow the Royal Oak Schools cancellation policy for inclement weather. If possible, we will reschedule the class for a different day/time. If classes are canceled, you will be contacted via your email address on file. If classes cannot be rescheduled, we will issue a refund.
Of course! Feel free to sign up for a studio tour online or call the studio at (248) 951-4400 to set up an appointment that works for you.
Our classes run all year long and are not limited by semesters or time frames. There is never any stress to re-register! Students remain enrolled on a month to month basis and are encouraged to continue developing and progressing as long as they would like to.
Absolutely! Private lessons can be scheduled as per student/teacher availability. Private lessons cost $100/hour and can be tailored to your specific needs. Please contact the studio if you are interested or have any questions at (248) 951-4400.
Yes! Our studio can be rented for private or corporate events, please contact the studio for pricing and availability. Make your next event beautiful and memorable in our warm and unique space!
