Peintre De l'Illusion Chalk Paint Annie Sloan-Fusion
“Beautiful shop, good advice, very friendly lady, ready to accommodate us by appointment for the purchase of products necessary for transforming furniture.”
Best Art Classes in Montreal, QC
24 schools listed · 20 in Montreal · 12 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
School Art Hélène La Haye
“Hélène shares with color, generosity, rigor and enthusiasm her love of painting.”
Zoya Art Studio (Painting Classes)
“Go visit her gallery / painting exhibition for yourself, you will not be disappointed.”
École Des Beaux-Arts de Montréal Ebama
“Pleasant premises, numerous resources, repair equipment at a reasonable price, and above all an excellent teacher, who does not spend his time giving you compliments but, on the contrary, points out the techniques to develop in order to improve.”
École de Dessin et Peinture Mélissa Breault
“I've met several art teachers, university level and private ones, but I learned more in 2 days than any training I had after the same amount of time.”
Academy Fine Arts De Montréal
“Whether you are beginners or advanced, the teaching method is suitable for everyone and each student is monitored according to their progress.”
The 24 schools listed for Montreal, QC teach drawing and painting. Which media they cover, what the fee includes and whether they run model sessions all come from what each school states on its own site.
Area overview: Montreal, QC
20 of the 24 schools we list are based in Montreal; the other 4 serve Montreal from towns including Westmount (4 km), Greenfield Park (6 km) and Laval (17 km). 22 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,485 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "knowledge" and "patient". 12 are open on Saturdays and 10 on Sundays. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 25 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 20 publish a contact page and 18 list a public email. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enrol.
Where do I find painting course levels and materials lists?
All 24 schools here list a website. That is where levels, term dates and the materials list normally sit, and the list is the part people forget to read. Terms change, so check the site rather than the listing before you turn up.
Centre Culturel Georges-Vanier
Syn Studio
“Most of the teachers are apparently from the video game / movie industries, and it feels like they know what they are doing to prepare you to the real world in case you're looking for a job in this domain.”
Les Ateliers C
“My daughter has been to day camp twice and wants to go back every summer.”
Paramount Study
“Excellent school, excellent place to teach and enjoy an artistic environment (many wonderful paintings can be seen on the walls).”
Mus'art Montreal School
“If you want your kids exposed to art and music and dance in an enviroment that stimulates and nurtures your child's artistic talents, then this is the school.”
Skol
“Skol is a great place to present current arts!”
Workshop Nathalie Garceau
“I explored the different acrylic techniques, with Nathalie's immensely rich and inspiring teaching.”
Centre d'Acim
Artcinema
Pointe-Saint-Charles Art School
“The people who run this place and teach the classes are authentic and committed artists who will make art and discuss art and promote the making of art until the day they die.”
The Sculpture Studio
Workshops d'Art Colorys Course Painting and Drawing
“I recommend this course to those looking for training that is both fun and informative.”
Booze N' Brush Sip N' Paint Montreal Sip and Paint
Ljubomir Ivankovic
Atelier Homeira
“I have been her student for several years and she has helped me create work I would never have thought possible.”
Course and Workshops d'Art Nathalie F. D. Beetz
“Our daughter always comes back enthusiastic from her classes and can't wait for the next one!”
Céramic Café Studio Greenfield Park
“Very nice place, very friendly for special activities, nice customer service.”
School of Visual Arts
“A very Professional and friendly place.”
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