Drawing courses
Our drawing courses - your creativity
Do you want to learn how to draw really well? Then come along and get started. Paint It Easy is not about perfection - what counts here is having fun sketching. Whether it's a pencil drawing course, free illustration or realistic portraits - our drawing courses in Zurich and Basel are for beginners and professionals ... and guaranteed to be something for you.


Portrait drawing w/ live model
Beyond the Basics: A PIE Course
- Multi-day Course
- Improver
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Master the face in four weeks — one line at a time.
Want to draw portraits that actually look like people? This four-week course is here to help you understand the structure of the human face — and give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to draw it like a pro.
You’ll work with a variety of materials including pencil and charcoal, and each session will focus on a specific element of portrait drawing: structure, features, proportion, light and shadow, expression, and more.
Each class includes a short demo & discussion, followed by guided exercises — first from photo reference, and in the final week, you’ll draw from a live model right in the Studio.
✏️ What to Expect
A deep dive into portrait drawing fundamentals — over 4 evening sessions
- Explore different media: pencil, charcoal, pastel, and sanguine
- Learn facial construction, anatomy, gesture & expression
- Weekly drawing exercises from reference images
- A full live model session in the final class
- Feedback, support & gentle critique throughout
- All levels welcome (though some drawing experience helps!)
🎒 What’s Included
- All materials (paper, drawing tools, boards, etc.)
- Studio use & storage for your artworks
- Live model posing in Week 4
- Individual guidance and instructor feedback
Just bring your curiosity and a positive attitude — we’ll take care of the rest!
💡 What You’ll Learn
- Basic face construction: skull shapes, symmetry, planes
- Drawing key features: eyes, nose, mouth, ears, hair
- Shading and light techniques to create depth
- Proportions, structure & expression
- How to capture likeness & personality
🎯 Is This Course Right for Me?
If you’ve done our Introduction to Drawing Course, or have basic drawing experience, this is your next step. You’ll build a strong foundation for portraiture and grow your skills week by week.
Even experienced artists will benefit from focused exercises and live model practice. For more advanced students, join our studio sessions for more independent, project-based learning.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Arrival: Please come 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates.
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics.
- Storage: We’ll safely store your creations between classes and package them nicely at the end of the course.
- Keep practicing: Learning doesn’t stop when class ends. We recommend joining our studio sessions to continue growing in a supportive, creative community.
Introduction to Illustration
A 4-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Every drawing tells a story.
In this 4-week course, you’ll dive into the art of illustration — the playful and powerful world of visual storytelling.
Whether you love comics, graphic novels, manga, zines, or just want to bring your ideas and characters to life, this course gives you the foundation to start telling stories through your art.
We’ll explore the basics of character design, composition, dynamic poses, and simple inking and shading techniques. You’ll learn how to build images that speak without words — whether you’re illustrating a single scene or starting your own visual universe.
This isn’t about getting it “perfect” — it’s about getting it out of your head and onto the page.
✏️ What to Expect
- Step-by-step weekly guidance from a professional illustrator
- Live demos and examples from comics, manga & more
- Time to practise character poses, scenes & storytelling techniques
- A relaxed space to develop your personal style and ideas
🧠 What You’ll Learn
- Character creation basics (faces, bodies, expressions)
- Poses and movement for dynamic drawings
- Simple composition and layout tricks
- Inking, shading, and linework techniques
- How to tell stories through images — with or without words
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
- Paper, pencils, pens, markers & illustration tools
- Full use of our professional studio and resources
Just bring your ideas — and let’s bring them to life.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Yes — if you’ve ever dreamed of telling stories with your art.
Perfect for beginners or hobby creatives who want to explore illustration, comics, manga, or personal projects — no experience required, just imagination.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Figure drawing w/ live model
Beyond the Basics: A PIE Course
- Multi-day Course
- Improver
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
The Human Form in Four Weeks — One Line at a Time
Want to draw people that feel alive?
This four-week course is all about understanding the structure, movement, and rhythm of the human body — and giving you the tools, techniques, and confidence to capture it with ease.
You’ll explore proportion, gesture, anatomy, balance, and expression through a series of dynamic drawing sessions. Using pencil, charcoal, and pastel, you’ll learn to build figures from simple shapes into full, flowing compositions that tell a story.
Each class includes a short demo and guided exercises. We’ll start with quick gesture sketches and anatomy studies from reference photos — and in the final week, you’ll draw from a live model right in the Studio.
✏️ What to Expect
- A deep dive into figure drawing fundamentals over 4 sessions
- Work with pencil, charcoal, pastel, and sanguine
- Learn gesture, anatomy, proportion, and movement
- Weekly drawing exercises from photo and observation
- A full live model session in the final class
- Support, feedback, and gentle critique throughout
- 🎒 What’s Included
- All drawing materials (paper, boards, tools, etc.)
- Studio use & safe artwork storage between sessions
- Live model posing in Week 4
- Individual guidance and instructor feedback
Just bring your curiosity and a positive attitude — we’ll take care of the rest!
💡 What You’ll Learn
- Figure construction: body proportions, anatomy, and balance
- Gesture drawing and capturing movement
- Light, shadow, and form to create depth
- Expressive linework and dynamic composition
- How to bring energy and character into your figures
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Arrival: Please come 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates.
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- Storage: We’ll safely store your creations between classes and package them nicely at the end of the course.
- Keep practicing: Learning doesn’t stop when class ends. We recommend joining our studio sessions to continue growing in a supportive, creative community.
Introduction to Urban Sketching
Beginner Course · 4 Weekly Classes
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Every sketch captures a moment.
In this 4-week course, you’ll dive into the art of urban sketching — the spontaneous and expressive way of drawing the world around you.
Whether you love city scenes, cafés, architecture, or simply want to document your surroundings in a creative way, this course gives you the tools to sketch confidently on location and bring everyday moments to life.
We’ll explore the fundamentals of perspective in an easygoing yet comprehensive way, along with composition, linework, and quick sketching techniques. You’ll experiment with different materials, tools, and styles — from pencil and fineliner to watercolor — and learn how to adapt your approach depending on the scene.
Classes will take place both in the studio and at different locations around the city. You’ll learn how to choose the perfect spot, capture the atmosphere of a place, and simplify what you see while keeping its essence.
This isn’t about getting it “perfect” — it’s about capturing what’s in front of you, in your own way.
✏️ What to Expect
Step-by-step weekly guidance from an experienced instructor
Live demos on location and in the studio
Time to practise sketching real-life scenes in different environments
A relaxed, inspiring space to develop your personal style
🧠 What You’ll Learn
The basics of perspective (made simple and practical)
How to sketch architecture and urban scenes
Techniques for capturing movement and atmosphere
How to simplify complex scenes while keeping their character
Working with different tools (pen, pencil, watercolor & more)
How to build a sketchbook habit and capture moments on the go
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
Paper, sketching tools, and basic materials to experiment with
Access to our studio and guided outdoor sketching sessions
Just bring your curiosity — and we’ll explore the city together.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Yes — if you’ve ever wanted to draw what you see and capture moments as they happen.
Perfect for beginners and hobby creatives who want to explore urban sketching in a fun, supportive way — no experience required, just a willingness to observe and try.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Introduction to Drawing
A 6-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- BASEL · PIE Painting Studio & Action Painting Park
- 6 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Drawing isn’t just a skill — it’s how you learn to see the world.
In this 6-week foundation course, you’ll build the most essential skill in all of visual arts: the ability to observe, interpret, and translate the 3D world around you onto a flat surface.
Through structured exercises, step-by-step techniques, and personal guidance, you’ll learn how to truly see shapes, light, proportions, and perspective — and how to bring life, soul, and composition to anything you draw.
This course is perfect for beginners and creative explorers who want to strengthen their artistic foundation before moving on to painting, illustration, or any other medium.
We’ll keep it relaxed and beginner-friendly, but make no mistake: this is the alpha of all creative learning. Master this, and you’ll see the world — and your creativity — in a whole new light.
✏️ What to Expect
- Step-by-step weekly guidance from a professional artist
- Structured exercises to sharpen observation & drawing skills
- Personal tips to help you build your confidence and style
- A relaxed and supportive studio space to practise and explore
🧠 What You’ll Learn
- How to see like an artist: shapes, edges, light, and shadow
- Observational drawing: measuring, proportions, perspective
- Line quality, shading, and building form on paper
- How to add life and character to your drawings
- The basics of composition and storytelling through drawing
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
- All materials: paper, pencils, erasers, drawing tools
- Full use of our professional studio and resources
Just bring your curiosity — we’ll take care of the rest.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Absolutely. If you’ve ever said “I can’t draw,”
this course is here to prove you wrong — and show you how to start seeing like an artist.
Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their creative foundation before diving into painting, illustration, or any other art form.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips, Snacks & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Introduction to Drawing
A 6-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 6 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Drawing isn’t just a skill — it’s how you learn to see the world.
In this 6-week foundation course, you’ll build the most essential skill in all of visual arts: the ability to observe, interpret, and translate the 3D world around you onto a flat surface.
Through structured exercises, step-by-step techniques, and personal guidance, you’ll learn how to truly see shapes, light, proportions, and perspective — and how to bring life, soul, and composition to anything you draw.
This course is perfect for beginners and creative explorers who want to strengthen their artistic foundation before moving on to painting, illustration, or any other medium.
We’ll keep it relaxed and beginner-friendly, but make no mistake: this is the alpha of all creative learning. Master this, and you’ll see the world — and your creativity — in a whole new light.
✏️ What to Expect
- Step-by-step weekly guidance from a professional artist
- Structured exercises to sharpen observation & drawing skills
- Personal tips to help you build your confidence and style
- A relaxed and supportive studio space to practise and explore
🧠 What You’ll Learn
- How to see like an artist: shapes, edges, light, and shadow
- Observational drawing: measuring, proportions, perspective
- Line quality, shading, and building form on paper
- How to add life and character to your drawings
- The basics of composition and storytelling through drawing
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
- All materials: paper, pencils, erasers, drawing tools
- Full use of our professional studio and resources
Just bring your curiosity — we’ll take care of the rest.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Absolutely. If you’ve ever said “I can’t draw,”
this course is here to prove you wrong — and show you how to start seeing like an artist.
Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their creative foundation before diving into painting, illustration, or any other art form.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips, Snacks & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Introduction to Illustration
A 4-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Every drawing tells a story.
In this 4-week course, you’ll dive into the art of illustration — the playful and powerful world of visual storytelling.
Whether you love comics, graphic novels, manga, zines, or just want to bring your ideas and characters to life, this course gives you the foundation to start telling stories through your art.
We’ll explore the basics of character design, composition, dynamic poses, and simple inking and shading techniques. You’ll learn how to build images that speak without words — whether you’re illustrating a single scene or starting your own visual universe.
This isn’t about getting it “perfect” — it’s about getting it out of your head and onto the page.
✏️ What to Expect
- Step-by-step weekly guidance from a professional illustrator
- Live demos and examples from comics, manga & more
- Time to practise character poses, scenes & storytelling techniques
- A relaxed space to develop your personal style and ideas
🧠 What You’ll Learn
- Character creation basics (faces, bodies, expressions)
- Poses and movement for dynamic drawings
- Simple composition and layout tricks
- Inking, shading, and linework techniques
- How to tell stories through images — with or without words
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
- Paper, pencils, pens, markers & illustration tools
- Full use of our professional studio and resources
Just bring your ideas — and let’s bring them to life.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Yes — if you’ve ever dreamed of telling stories with your art.
Perfect for beginners or hobby creatives who want to explore illustration, comics, manga, or personal projects — no experience required, just imagination.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Introduction to Drawing
A 6-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- BASEL · PIE Painting Studio & Action Painting Park
- 6 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Drawing isn’t just a skill — it’s how you learn to see the world.
In this 6-week foundation course, you’ll build the most essential skill in all of visual arts: the ability to observe, interpret, and translate the 3D world around you onto a flat surface.
Through structured exercises, step-by-step techniques, and personal guidance, you’ll learn how to truly see shapes, light, proportions, and perspective — and how to bring life, soul, and composition to anything you draw.
This course is perfect for beginners and creative explorers who want to strengthen their artistic foundation before moving on to painting, illustration, or any other medium.
We’ll keep it relaxed and beginner-friendly, but make no mistake: this is the alpha of all creative learning. Master this, and you’ll see the world — and your creativity — in a whole new light.
✏️ What to Expect
- Step-by-step weekly guidance from a professional artist
- Structured exercises to sharpen observation & drawing skills
- Personal tips to help you build your confidence and style
- A relaxed and supportive studio space to practise and explore
🧠 What You’ll Learn
- How to see like an artist: shapes, edges, light, and shadow
- Observational drawing: measuring, proportions, perspective
- Line quality, shading, and building form on paper
- How to add life and character to your drawings
- The basics of composition and storytelling through drawing
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
- All materials: paper, pencils, erasers, drawing tools
- Full use of our professional studio and resources
Just bring your curiosity — we’ll take care of the rest.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Absolutely. If you’ve ever said “I can’t draw,”
this course is here to prove you wrong — and show you how to start seeing like an artist.
Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their creative foundation before diving into painting, illustration, or any other art form.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips, Snacks & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Portrait drawing w/ live model
Beyond the Basics: A PIE Course
- Multi-day Course
- Improver
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Master the face in four weeks — one line at a time.
Want to draw portraits that actually look like people? This four-week course is here to help you understand the structure of the human face — and give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to draw it like a pro.
You’ll work with a variety of materials including pencil and charcoal, and each session will focus on a specific element of portrait drawing: structure, features, proportion, light and shadow, expression, and more.
Each class includes a short demo & discussion, followed by guided exercises — first from photo reference, and in the final week, you’ll draw from a live model right in the Studio.
✏️ What to Expect
A deep dive into portrait drawing fundamentals — over 4 evening sessions
- Explore different media: pencil, charcoal, pastel, and sanguine
- Learn facial construction, anatomy, gesture & expression
- Weekly drawing exercises from reference images
- A full live model session in the final class
- Feedback, support & gentle critique throughout
- All levels welcome (though some drawing experience helps!)
🎒 What’s Included
- All materials (paper, drawing tools, boards, etc.)
- Studio use & storage for your artworks
- Live model posing in Week 4
- Individual guidance and instructor feedback
Just bring your curiosity and a positive attitude — we’ll take care of the rest!
💡 What You’ll Learn
- Basic face construction: skull shapes, symmetry, planes
- Drawing key features: eyes, nose, mouth, ears, hair
- Shading and light techniques to create depth
- Proportions, structure & expression
- How to capture likeness & personality
🎯 Is This Course Right for Me?
If you’ve done our Introduction to Drawing Course, or have basic drawing experience, this is your next step. You’ll build a strong foundation for portraiture and grow your skills week by week.
Even experienced artists will benefit from focused exercises and live model practice. For more advanced students, join our studio sessions for more independent, project-based learning.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Arrival: Please come 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates.
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics.
- Storage: We’ll safely store your creations between classes and package them nicely at the end of the course.
- Keep practicing: Learning doesn’t stop when class ends. We recommend joining our studio sessions to continue growing in a supportive, creative community.
Introduction to Comics
A 4-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Your next comic starts here.
In this 4-week course, you’ll dive into the world of comics — a playful and powerful way to combine images and storytelling.
Whether you love graphic novels, manga, webcomics, or simply want to bring your ideas and characters to life, this course gives you the foundation to start creating your own comics with confidence.
We’ll explore the basics of visual storytelling, including panels, pacing, composition, and character design. You’ll learn how to turn ideas into sequences, build engaging scenes, and guide the viewer through your story — all while experimenting with different styles, tools, and techniques.
This isn’t about getting it “perfect” — it’s about getting your ideas out of your head and onto the page.
✏️ What to Expect
Step-by-step weekly guidance from an experienced instructor
Live demos and examples from comics, manga & more
Time to practise panels, characters & storytelling techniques
A relaxed, inspiring space to develop your personal style
🧠 What You’ll Learn
The basics of comic storytelling (panels, pacing & flow)
Character creation (faces, expressions, body language)
How to build scenes and visual sequences
Simple composition and layout techniques
Inking, linework, and shading basics
How to develop your own short comic or visual story
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
Paper, pens, markers & comic tools to experiment with
Full use of our professional studio and resources
Just bring your ideas — and let’s turn them into stories.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Yes — if you’ve ever wanted to create your own comic or tell stories through images.
Perfect for beginners and hobby creatives who want to explore comics, manga, or visual storytelling — no experience required, just imagination.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Figure drawing w/ live model
Beyond the Basics: A PIE Course
- Multi-day Course
- Improver
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
The Human Form in Four Weeks — One Line at a Time
Want to draw people that feel alive?
This four-week course is all about understanding the structure, movement, and rhythm of the human body — and giving you the tools, techniques, and confidence to capture it with ease.
You’ll explore proportion, gesture, anatomy, balance, and expression through a series of dynamic drawing sessions. Using pencil, charcoal, and pastel, you’ll learn to build figures from simple shapes into full, flowing compositions that tell a story.
Each class includes a short demo and guided exercises. We’ll start with quick gesture sketches and anatomy studies from reference photos — and in the final week, you’ll draw from a live model right in the Studio.
✏️ What to Expect
- A deep dive into figure drawing fundamentals over 4 sessions
- Work with pencil, charcoal, pastel, and sanguine
- Learn gesture, anatomy, proportion, and movement
- Weekly drawing exercises from photo and observation
- A full live model session in the final class
- Support, feedback, and gentle critique throughout
- 🎒 What’s Included
- All drawing materials (paper, boards, tools, etc.)
- Studio use & safe artwork storage between sessions
- Live model posing in Week 4
- Individual guidance and instructor feedback
Just bring your curiosity and a positive attitude — we’ll take care of the rest!
💡 What You’ll Learn
- Figure construction: body proportions, anatomy, and balance
- Gesture drawing and capturing movement
- Light, shadow, and form to create depth
- Expressive linework and dynamic composition
- How to bring energy and character into your figures
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Arrival: Please come 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates.
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- Storage: We’ll safely store your creations between classes and package them nicely at the end of the course.
- Keep practicing: Learning doesn’t stop when class ends. We recommend joining our studio sessions to continue growing in a supportive, creative community.
Introduction to Calligraphy
A 4-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- ZÜRICH · PIE Painting Studio
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Every letter has its own rhythm.
In this 4-week course, you’ll dive into the art of calligraphy — the timeless practice of transforming writing into a visual expression.
Whether you want to create beautiful handwritten pieces, explore a new creative discipline, or simply learn to appreciate the beauty of letters, this course will guide you through the foundations of calligraphy in a calm and inspiring environment.
We’ll explore the principles behind beautiful lettering: form, spacing, rhythm, and composition. You’ll learn how to work with different tools and techniques, from traditional nibs and ink to modern lettering approaches, while developing your own style and understanding of what makes a letter feel balanced and expressive.
This isn’t about perfect handwriting — it’s about slowing down, finding your flow, and discovering the artistic potential hidden in every stroke.
✏️ What to Expect
Step-by-step guidance through the fundamentals of calligraphy
Demonstrations of different techniques, tools, and lettering styles
Time to practise strokes, letters, words, and compositions
A calm and creative space to develop your own artistic expression
🧠 What You’ll Learn
The foundations of calligraphy (tools, materials, and techniques)
How to create consistent strokes and balanced letterforms
The principles of spacing, rhythm, and composition
Working with different inks, pens, and lettering styles
How to combine letters into beautiful compositions and finished pieces
How to develop your own calligraphic style
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
Paper, pens, inks, and calligraphy tools to experiment with
Full use of our professional studio and creative resources
Just bring your curiosity — and let’s discover the art of beautiful writing together.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Yes — if you’ve ever been fascinated by beautiful letters or wanted to learn a new creative skill.
Perfect for beginners and creative minds who want to explore calligraphy as an art form — no experience required, just patience, curiosity, and a love for detail.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- Length: Each 2.5-hour session includes setup, creative work and tidying up, with around 2 hours of active painting, drawing or ceramics
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Why take a drawing course with Paint It Easy?
Are you passionate about drawing and want to finally learn how to do it in a relaxed and fun way? You've come to the right place. There are no dry theory blocks here. In our drawing courses you will learn with fun, ease and cool people. From pencil drawing to charcoal drawings and mixed media techniques - you decide.
Absolutely. Our drawing courses for beginners teach you everything step by step.
Nothing. We have all the materials on site. But you are welcome to bring your favourite sketchbook if you have one.
Of course. You can do that. Art is twice as much fun when you're creative together.
Great! Then we recommend our intermediate level courses, such as Portrait Drawing. Or you can come to our studio classes and practise together with other hobby artists in a creative atmosphere.
Our drawing courses
Our concept: freestyle instead of frontal teaching. Our drawing courses are relaxed, inspiring and simply cool. Whether hatching, shading, perspective or combined techniques - we have just the right course for beginners and professionals alike. Important: You don't have to be afraid of the white sheet. We show you the techniques, but you set the tone. Drawing is not rocket science and the most important thing is to enjoy the creative process.


Who is behind Paint It Easy?
We believe that anyone can learn to draw - all you need is the right guidance, the courage to get started and a little practice. We are a team of artists, creatives and colour maniacs with a passion for drawing, a bit wild but cheerful and always enthusiastic about new ideas. We help you to develop your skills - without pressure and with lots of fun. With us, you can try things out ... there are no mistakes. Let our creative team inspire you.
Peter
Pati
Eszti
Coco - +31Zum Team
Drawing courses in Zurich and Basel
Find your drawing course near you. You can book Paint It Easy's drawing and painting courses in Zurich or Basel. Here you'll find the perfect place to take a creative break, feel the perfect drawing vibes or be inspired by our drawing talents. You will meet great new people and are sure to find the right programme for you. Adults or children, group or individual - everyone is welcome.
FAQs - Everything you need to know about our drawing courses
In our drawing courses, you will learn step by step how to depict the real world on paper - with lines, light and perspective. You will work with pencil, soft pastel, charcoal or chalk and immerse yourself in illustration, free drawing, portrait drawing and the art of observation. You will develop your own style - at your own pace.
No, you don't need to have any prior knowledge with us ... if you already know a thing or two, you can of course incorporate it. We'll show you step by step what you should bear in mind when drawing.
Beginners or advanced students - everyone can take part in our drawing courses.
Yes, that's right! Drawing is like the alphabet of the visual arts - it helps you to understand shapes, proportions, perspective, light and shadow. Whether painting, illustration, design or even animation: if you can draw, you have a strong foundation for all other techniques. That's why we at Creative Heart attach great importance to good drawing skills.
Sure. Your work is yours - perhaps it will soon end up in a beautiful frame. Or you can start your own sketchbook to record your progress.














































































































































