The unique art school for traditional drawing and painting

Freihand Atelier in Cologne-Ehrenfeld offers classical art training for beginners and advanced students.
Learn drawing and painting from the ground up.
Our focus is not on quick results, but on improving your skills.

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Discover our program for drawing and painting

Drawing and painting are not learned casually. Regular practice, good feedback, and instruction that meets you at your current level are essential.

At the core of our program is the Atelier Course as an ongoing format. It is complemented by focused courses, workshops, and regular model sessions.

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Atelier Course

Ongoing atelier-based instruction in drawing and painting.

Atelier Course
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Foundation Course

The entry-level course for beginners and restarting students.

Foundation Course
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Workshops

Compact courses with German and international artists.

Workshops

Focus Courses

Six-week courses with a specific thematic focus.

Focus Courses

What makes Freihand Art School special?

Our teaching is based on traditional, academic methods without being overly rigid. When the time is right, we break the rules.

Instead of fixed course plans, the focus is on your individual development. You learn fundamental skills and deepen them step by step through clear, accessible exercises. Small groups allow for close guidance and direct feedback on your work. The result is instruction that is technically solid while still leaving room for your own artistic development. At Freihand, you learn drawing and painting in a personal and supportive studio environment.

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How we teach

We combine individual guidance with a structured learning approach.

  • A personal learning plan tailored to your goals.
  • An individual learning pace.
  • Teacher demonstrations.
  • Verbal and visual feedback.
  • Small groups with a maximum of 8–10 students.
  • A strong focus on practice and repetition.
  • Working from life with models and still lifes.
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