Royal Academy – Get creative this spring
Get sketching this spring
Looking for ways to get creative? Step into spring with our favourite courses and classes.
Discover week-long summer schools, brand new Saturday Sketch Club sessions, and in-person weekend courses. Whether you join us in person or online, we have courses and classes for everyone.
New Saturday Sketch Club sessions
Saturday Sketch Club: drawing buildings
Learn tips and tricks for expressively drawing buildings and architecture in this online class.
Online
Saturday 27 May, 10.30 – 11.45am
Saturday Sketch Club: drawing the body in space
Join us from behind the scenes at the Royal Academy to learn how to draw people in the context of their environment.
Online
Saturday 24 June, 10.30 – 11.45am
Week-long summer schools
Painting stories summer school
Follow in the footsteps of renowned artist Paula Rego RA, and work from theatrical sets and costumed models to develop a composition that tells a story.
In-person summer school
6 – 10 June, 10.30am – 5.30pm
Contemporary art summer school
Where is art going in the 21st century?
Immerse yourself in the contemporary art world with access to the artists and art professionals at its heart.
Join us for an exciting session by Hew Locke RA.
In-person summer school
4 – 8 July, 10am – 5pm
In-person weekend courses
Weaving Stories: Art and Textiles
Unpick the history of fabrics and explore the world of cutting-edge contemporary textile art in this weekend course.
In-person weekend course
17 & 18 June, 10am – 5pm
British Royal Collections: Charles I to Charles III
Join us for a weekend exploring art and royalty through the histories of some of Britain’s most magnificent royal collections.
In-person weekend course
13 & 14 May, 10am – 5pm
Not to be missed…
Farshid Moussavi on the role of architects
What does it mean to be an architect in the modern world?
Farshid Moussavi RA discusses the role of the architect in the 21st century.
In-person & online event
Thursday 27 April, 6.30 – 7.30pm
Antony Gormley on sculpture and society
What is sculpture good for?
Acclaimed artist, Antony Gormley RA, explores the role of sculpture in society.
In-person & online event
Thursday 1 June, 6.30 – 7.30pm
While you’re with us
Make the most of your membership
If your event is in person at the RA, don’t forget to bring your membership card with you for free entry to our exhibitions and displays. You don’t need to book; simply show your membership card at the exhibition desk for access.
Relax at the beginning or end of your visit in the Keeper’s House, where you can enjoy tea, coffee and light refreshments.
