Art Classes
Live, online, 6 days a week
Image from Nikusha Beatty’s ArtLabs,
every Monday from 6:00pm – 7:30pm Pacific Time.
Dates & Pricing
Art Classes Monday through Saturday
Join anytime! Scroll down to see what classes we offer
PRICING
Individual classes – $35/each
Memberships:
Basic – $165/month
Intermediate – $179/month
Advanced – $249/month
What to expect in our online classes
Prima Materia Institute is replicating the exact experience of in-studio lessons: receive step-by-step instructions, get immediate answers to your questions, and receive individualized coaching on your work from the instructor – and you can join these classes from anywhere in the world!
To help you prepare for any online class, we created a list of quality art supplies in the medium of your choice. Order directly from that page!
Learn, create, have fun, share!
Art Classes & Courses for Beginners

Introduction to Drawing for Beginners
First Saturday of the month, 12pm – 1pm Pacific Time
$40
This is the best online drawing class to start with if you are an absolute beginner in drawing. This eye-opening experience will engage you in hands-on exercises that will burst-open your mind to art and your artistic potential. All you need is a pencil, paper, and eraser. You can share and attend it with as many of your friends as you want – there is room for everyone.
To register, click here.

Introduction to Painting for Beginners
First Saturday of the month, 2pm – 3pm Pacific Time
$50
Learn about all the basic aspects of painting: paints, brushes, color-mixing, and how to create paintings. You will discover that painting can be easy – once you learn techniques. This online class is as effective and interactive as the in-studio Introduction to Painting. You only need to take it once – and you will see your artistic potential. This class will open your mind and help you see that you can develop your skills further. This class is like a tester: to prepare you for the full Painting course. Painting is a joy, it can heal and inspire, and become one of your most profound life experiences.
Share this class with your loved ones – there is room for everyone!
Learn more or click here to register.

Essential Drawing Course for Beginners Online
Every Tuesday 6:30pm – 8:00pm Pacific Time
$299 for 12 Classes or included in any membership.
This online drawing course is as effective as in the studio: it provides you with the essential drawing tips and techniques – to help you learn how to draw any subject. Each session is filled with energy: instructor’s demonstrations, students’ discussions and sharing of work create a rich and fulfilling experience. The international group of participants is growing every week. All levels welcome. Ages: adults and mature teens (15+).
Order your supplies here.
Learn more or click here to register.

ArtLab Online
Every Monday, 6pm – 7:30pm Pacific Time
$35/class or included in any membership.
Every Monday, ArtLab starts with a presentation or demo by the instructor on the theme or technique announced. You will be able to follow along in real time from the comfort of your own home, using any art supplies at hand. Learn new techniques every month and have fun painting flowers, pets, boats, surrealist portraits, impressionist landscapes, abstractions, realistic scenes, and other subjects, too numerous to mention! Beginners welcome.
Don’t have art supplies? You can find helpful art packages here.
Learn more or click here to register.

6-Week Specialty Art Courses
Every Wednesday, 10:30am – 12pm Pacific Time
$199/6 classes or included in any membership.
Specialty Courses are in-depth drawing or painting courses that will help you advance your skills. New courses introduced every 6 weeks.
Art Classes for Experienced Artists

Figure Drawing Sessions
Every Saturday, 10am – 11:30am Pacific Time
$40/each (model fee included) or enroll in Intermediate and Advanced Membership.
Figure Drawing sessions are for growing artists that want to develop their skill further. These weekly sessions cover how to draw and paint people, portraits, and the human form.
These classes have a prerequisite: must complete all 12 classes in the Essential Drawing Course. Please email hello@primamateriainsitute.com to learn how to enroll.

Advanced Coaching
Every Thursday & Friday, 10am – 11:30am Pacific Time
Advanced Coaching is a part of the Advanced Membership. Email hello@primamateriainstitute.com to learn how to enroll.
These live online sessions are for advanced artists. In order to qualify for these sessions, you must complete all 12 classes in the Essential Drawing Course, attend 10 ArtLab sessions, and participate in 8 live model sessions.
Sign up today!
How to sign up for an online class
- Go to https://primamateriainstitute.com/schedule.
- Find the class that you’d like to participate in.
- Click on the class and click “BOOK NOW”.
- Create an account or log-in if you already have one.
- Complete the check out process and you are done!
After registration, you will receive an email with the Zoom link, Zoom password, and supply list.
All classes are for those 15 and older.