Where can I take art classes in Lagos?
After getting this question for a while now, we researched and reached out to a couple of places to have a list of places you can learn how to draw, paint and do all other forms of fine arts in Lagos. A number of studios are open to kids and teens to learn develop their creative talents but there are also some for adults. Here are some of the places that offer drawing or painting classes in Lagos
- Art Splash Studio
Art Splash Studio is a virtual art studio offering a social art experience and a platform to find curated fun. They organise painting classes as social art experience called Paint Nite. The classes take place in both Lagos and Abuja. If you like to paint, eat and have some cocktails, you should check them out.
African Artists’ Foundation (AAF) aims to promote and develop contemporary African art. They organise workshops, residencies, competitions, and art exhibitions. AAF offers art classes for children three times a week for three weeks in the summer. African Artists’ Foundation classes introduce children between the ages of 6 – 12 to basic design, paper mache, drawing, clay art, and other creative endeavours perfectly suited to young hands and temperaments.
- Crafts Village Academy
The Crafts Village Academy is an Art & Crafts School in Lagos that teaches creative art and crafts courses such as Drawing & Paintings, Paper Crafts, Weaving & Basketry, Shoe & Bag Making, Molding & Sculpting, Pottery, Tie & Die, and many more for both kids & adults. It is located at 25, Ogunlana Drive, Surulere, Lagos.
MasterArtClasses is a platform for learning indigenous African arts and a wide range of contemporary crafts. They take you through the step-by-step processes of learning about the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria and Africa. It is situated at 14 Bank Olemoh Close, Off Akerele, Surulere, Lagos
Orede Art Academy offers art courses for all skill levels, from Beginner to Advanced classes in: The Portrait Painting Course for Beginners, The Portrait Drawing Course for Beginners, Scenery and Abstract Painting, The Floral Painting Course, The Impasto Portraiture Course. They hold physical classes in Ojodu Berger and Lekki area of Lagos.
Phinnys Talent Studio works to help identify and nurture creative abilities in kids and teenagers. Their service caters to young minds and creates an enabling environment for their skills to be developed and retained.
The Mosart Academy of Art revives the spirit of art and trains artists traditionally and digitally in relevant skills delivered by expert tutors. Their courses cover drawing, painting, craft, branding, digital art, and entrepreneurship. They are located at 7B, University Road, Akoka, Yaba 100242, Lagos.
If you know some other places to take art classes in Lagos or your city, do email it us (submissions@nantygreens.com) or drop it in the comments.
