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Art Academy

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Art workshop setup in a minimalist studio with easels and blank canvases for creativity.
  • From £100
  • 30 Classroom
  • London Bridge
  • From £100
  • 30 Classroom
  • London Bridge
Our Painting & drawing studios are ideal for team building activities, where your team can strengthen bonds and inspire innovation with collaborative sessions. The space can also host unique private events and gatherings that bring people together through creativity. Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and more through a shared artistic experience. Art parities combine painting and drawing with drinks and catering for a relaxed and enjoyable celebration. Our expert tutors are available to guide participants, ensuring a fun and rewarding experience, no matter their skill level.
  • Multiple painting and drawing techniques
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Professional art materials provided
  • Expert art tutors available
  • Spacious well-lit studios
  • Bankside location near Tate Modern

Frequently asked questions

The auditorium accommodates up to 70 people in classroom layout. Studio spaces can handle up to 150-200 people for dinners and larger events. For team building activities, groups can go up to 20 people with per-person pricing adjustments.

Team building art activities cost £59.50 per person (excluding VAT) for the basic package. With alcoholic drinks included (beer and white wine), the price increases to £72.50 per person (excluding VAT). Grazing platters with meats and cheeses are available for approximately £15 per person (excluding VAT).

Venue viewings are available Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. You need to book a specific time slot for tours with the venue coordinator.

A 30% holding deposit is required to secure your date and space. The remaining balance must be cleared 2 weeks before the event date. The deposit holds the date and secures the studio for your event.

The venue provides a 5-meter wide screen projector with high-quality speakers suitable for screenings. This equipment is available for events requiring presentation or screening capabilities.

External catering and decorators are allowed. However, the venue has approved drinks suppliers or charges corkage fees for outside drinks. Kitchen use is permitted based on the nature of your event.

The venue provides rectangular wooden trestle tables sufficient for up to 50 guests. Tables and chairs are available for various event configurations, and the venue can accommodate different seating arrangements based on your needs.

Team building sessions require a minimum of 2-3 hours. Sessions can run from 12pm to 3pm or 2pm to 5pm depending on your preference. Setup and breakdown time can be arranged separately from the main event duration.

Food is not usually allowed in the studios, but exceptions can be made depending on the event type. The venue will check their policy for specific events and may make accommodations for certain occasions.

The Project Space is recommended for intimate events like proposals. Studio spaces work well for dinners and larger gatherings. The Painting and Drawing Studio is suitable for events requiring 3-meter high ceilings and approximately 8-meter length.

More about Art Academy

Art Academy is located in the beating heart of central London, between Tate Modern and the Globe Theatre. We’re an independent art school welcoming 3,500 students each year to a wide variety of art courses. Our 1,200m² award-winning campus, completed in 2024, packs 12 versatile spaces ready for whatever wild idea you’ve got: exhibitions, galas, brand activations, cultural happenings. You name it, we can host it. Whether you just need one room or want to take over the whole place, Art Academy is your blank canvas. Every corner hums with creativity, warmth and good vibes.